The consultancy’s turnover and profitability has considerably grown in recent years and there is the potential to build on this further through the existing pipeline and framework agreements as well as some exciting opportunities in development.

We are seeking someone to help us take these exciting opportunities forward and develop them into new products and services. With substantial experience in business development, you will have a demonstrable track record of delivering business growth, ideally in the conservation or environmental sector. This role will help set the strategic direction for the consultancy. You will be entrepreneurial and highly motivated with excellent financial and business acumen.

The consultancy works across the country with a regional focus, delivering contracts both through Sheffield and Rotherham Wildlife Trust and the subsidiary ‘Wildscapes Community Interest Company’ (CIC).

OVERALL PURPOSE

To lead the Wildscapes Consultancy as a successful social enterprise delivering professional ecological, land management and nature-based solutions for businesses, people and wildlife in support of Sheffield & Rotherham Wildlife Trust’s (SRWT) strategy.

Work with the SRWT CEO and Wildscapes Board/Sub-Committee to grow the social enterprise, developing and delivering business plans and financial targets.

THE ROLE

The Wildscapes Consultancy Manager has full responsibility for the business development, management and oversight of the Consultancy’s operations. This includes managing a team of between 11-50 people and a turnover of over £1 million, yielding a significant profit margin that is returned to the Trust as part of our financial sustainability model. They will have substantial personal autonomy and are expected to show leadership in their role.

Managing the consultancy requires leadership, motivation and the ability to manage multiple priorities across a range of often complex technical areas e.g. ecology, conservation, construction. The ability to respond quickly to changing situations and opportunities is a key part of the role, including supporting staff to resolve problems on site as they arise.

The manager is responsible for planning, monitoring and controlling the budget for the consultancy. They are expected to develop the annual budget and longer-term forecasts in collaboration with their line manager and the Wildscapes Sub-Committee/CIC Board.

To apply please download an application Pack from the Sheffield & Rotherham Wildlife Trust Website and return it to recruitment@wildsheffield.com

Please contact Roy Mosley, Head of Land Management, on 07341 560 288 for an informal conversation about the role.