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Do you have excellent financial management skills and a desire to make a difference to the world around you? Are you able to think strategically, focus on detail and help others to plan and manage budgets to achieve their goals?
We are looking for a Finance Manager to run the day-to-day finance systems and processes of the Trust, managing the financial reporting and compliance with statutory and regulatory requirements. You will provide support and advise budget holders to help us achieve our vision of restoring nature on a grand scale in the West of England.
This role offers the opportunity to make a real difference to our organisational effectiveness, working with managers, staff and Trustees to embed a culture of financial awareness and inform decision-making. You will manage our small finance team, produce high quality financial information to support the effective management of the Trust, and support our Finance & Operations Director in reporting accurate and up to date financial information.
Registered Charity
51 - 100
We want to see nature restored on a grand scale across the Avon region. We have big plans between now and 2030 to see this happen.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Thank you!
Accounts Payable Specialist
Job reference: REQ000940
£18,287pa + excellent benefits
Woking, Surrey GU21 4LL/Hybrid Working
Join us at WWF-UK – Accounts Payable Specialist
Contract: Permanent, Part time Hybrid working: Minimum 40% in person collaboration per month
About the role
We’re excited to be recruiting an Accounts Payable Specialist to join WWF-UK’s Accounts Payable team within Accounting Operations. This role plays an important part in ensuring our financial processes run smoothly, supporting timely and accurate payments and helping colleagues and partners work effectively within our systems.
Reporting to the Accounts Payable Manager, you will work closely with Treasury colleagues and teams across WWF-UK, supporting the end-to-end processing of supplier invoices, grant payments and expenses. The role combines strong attention to detail with excellent stakeholder support, ensuring payments are accurate, well documented and aligned with organisational policies and procedures.
You will help manage a high-volume purchase ledger, respond to queries from colleagues and suppliers, and support the effective use of our purchase-to-pay and expenses systems. This is a great opportunity for someone who enjoys working collaboratively, improving processes and contributing to a finance function that enables WWF-UK’s mission.
Skills and experience You’ll bring the following skills and experience to succeed in this role:
Essential
· Proven experience working within an Accounts Payable or purchase ledger environment, ideally using a purchase-to-pay system.
· Strong attention to detail, with the ability to review invoices, reconcile supplier statements and maintain accurate financial records.
· Experience matching invoices to purchase orders and supporting payment processing activities.
· Confident communicator, able to respond to queries clearly and professionally with both internal colleagues and external suppliers.
· Strong organisational skills, able to manage a varied workload and prioritise effectively.
· Comfortable using finance systems and learning new processes quickly.
· Intermediate Excel skills.
Desirable
· Experience processing foreign currency payments.
· Experience working with systems such as Coupa or Business Central.
· Experience supporting credit card or expenses administration
What we offer We believe in rewarding our team with more than just a salary.
Here’s what you can expect:
· Annual leave starting at 26 days a year, rising one day each year to 31 days plus bank holidays
· Flexible working options, to support your work life balance
· 7.5% employer contribution to pension, rising to 10% with employee contribution
· Learning and development opportunities to help you grow
· Regular wellbeing initiatives to support your health and happiness.
This is a UK based contract, and you are required to have the Right to Work in the UK. Unfortunately, we’re unable to offer sponsorship and any offer of employment will be subject to evidence of your Right to Work in the UK.
This role is hybrid with a minimum 40% of your contracted hours spent at our beautiful UK head office, the Living Planet Centre in Woking, Surrey, where you’ll hot desk among trees and gardens.
About WWF-UK
We’re a global conservation charity with millions of supporters and hundreds of projects around the world.
At WWF-UK, we’re bringing our world back to life. Protecting what’s left isn’t enough. We’re racing to restore nature and prevent catastrophic climate change. And it’s a race we can win with everyone’s help.
We’re courageous, passionate, and driven by science. For more than 60 years we’ve been at the forefront of global efforts to protect wildlife and the natural world. We work with integrity, collaboration and deep respect for those we partner with.
How to apply Click the link to apply via our website.
You’ll be asked to complete an application form and upload your CV and a supporting statement that tells us why you’ll be a great addition to WWF-UK.
Application closing date: 01/03/2026
Our Diversity Promise to You At the heart of our mission is a simple truth: the planet needs everyone. That means you - in all your uniqueness, regardless of age, disability, gender identity, marital status, race, faith or belief, sexual orientation, socioeconomic background, or how you choose to express yourself.
We don’t do stereotypes. We work together with purpose, driven by passion and enhanced by respect, courage, and integrity. We pull together from all walks of life to fight for a better future, and we want you to feel supported every step of the way.
We’re proud to be a Disability Confident employer and are committed to creating an inclusive workplace where everyone feels they belong. We actively encourage applications from people of all backgrounds and identities.
So, if there’s anything we can do to make your application or interview experience more comfortable or accessible, just give our Talent Acquisition Team a shout via our website
Safeguarding Commitment Just as we celebrate diversity in all its forms, we are equally dedicated to creating a safe environment for every person we work with or encounter.
Our commitment extends to children, adults at risk, and individuals experiencing any form of vulnerability, whether temporary or permanent.
We proudly stand behind CAPSEAH (Common Approach to Protection from Sexual Exploitation, Sexual Abuse and Sexual Harassment) and put this commitment into action through clear policies, thorough training, and recruitment checks tailored to each role, which may include external vetting.
If you ever have a concern, however big or small, know that there are confidential channels ready to support you at WWF-UK. We promise to respond promptly and with care, because protecting every individual is at the heart of everything we do.
Thank you!
Full Time – 35 Hours per Week
Salary: £24,479 gross per annum
Fixed Term Contract for 12 Months
Location: Swanwick, Hampshire, SO31 7AY with hybrid working available
Our client is shaping a wilder future for their counties – protecting special places, restoring habitats and inspiring people to act for nature. As part of the UK’s fastest-growing movement for nature’s recovery, we lead with passion, integrity and bold thinking. Join a team where your work has purpose, your ideas matter, and you can help create lasting change for wildlife and people.
We are seeking a Trainee Assistant Training Officer to join our cause.
This role offers the opportunity to gain hands-on experience in outdoor education and training, supporting the delivery of accredited courses such as Forest School Level 2 and Level 3, INSET training for schools, and Wild Beach courses. Working closely with our experienced training team, you will play a key role in the planning, coordination, and delivery of high-quality training programs that inspire and empower participants to connect with nature. This role sits within the Advocacy and Engagement team and will work with others in the team and across the Trust to help build Team Wilder as a key strand of our client's strategy.
What you’ll be doing:
- Supporting the delivery of accredited training programmes, including Forest School Levels 2 & 3, INSET and Wild Beach courses.
- Assisting trainers with course preparation, site setup and hands-on learning activities
- Providing excellent customer service, supporting participants with bookings, queries and their learning journey.
- Helping coordinate training logistics, including resources, scheduling and communications.
- Ensuring training is delivered in line with health & safety, safeguarding and risk assessments.
- Contributing to course improvement by gathering feedback and engaging in your own professional development.
About you:
- You are an enthusiastic and reliable outdoor educator with a growing foundation in Forest School or Wild Beach delivery and experience working with schools or community groups. You bring a sound understanding of health and safety and safeguarding, have the ability to communicate clearly and confidently, and enjoy working both as part of a close-knit, fast-paced team and independently using your own initiative.
- With a genuine passion for wildlife conservation and outdoor learning, you are keen to develop your skills, work outdoors in all weather, and engage adults and children in an inclusive, friendly, and professional way.
- You share the Trust’s values, uphold high standards of integrity, and are motivated to support learning and conservation across a range of sites.
Wild About Inclusion!
As an inclusive employer we recognise that our workforce needs to better reflect the communities in which we live and work. We encourage applications from all sections of the community, particularly those underrepresented within our sector, including people from black, Asian, minority Ethnic backgrounds and people with disabilities. We are committed to creating a Movement that recognises and truly values individual differences and identities.
Disability Confident. We are proudly a Disability Confident Committed employer. The scheme is helping us recruit and retain great people to meet our workforce needs. As a member of the scheme, we will ensure that a fair and proportionate number of disabled applicants that meet the minimum criteria for this position will be offered an interview. You can request adjustments including accessible formats of this vacancy by contacting us.
To be considered for an interview under the Disability Confident Scheme you must:
- Identify as being disabled which under the Equality Act 2010 means a physical or mental impairment which has a substantial*, long term** adverse effect on your ability to carry out normal day to day activities; or a long-term health condition; and;
(*Substantial is more than minor or trivial **Long-term means 12 months or more)
- Set out how you meet all the minimum qualifying criteria set out in the person specification for the post at the application and testing stages. This is a requirement for all candidates, not just those applying under the scheme.
We are happy to discuss the possibilities of hybrid and flexible working
This role will be based at our office in Swanwick, however, we are happy to accommodate a hybrid working routine, and discuss a pattern of work which mutually suits the candidate and the Trust. Traditionally, office hours are Monday to Friday, 9am-5pm with an hour lunch break. We value spending time working in-person to develop strong connections with each other and with our mission, so we although we offer hybrid working, we do not offer full home working within our roles.
We offer a wide range of benefits including a competitive salary, generous annual leave allowance, a contributory pension scheme, life assurance, learning and development support, 24-hour access to our employee assistance programme, discounted staff travel with our corporate partners Wightlink (subject to T&Cs), free parking at our sites and more.
Closing date: 23 February 2026
Interviews: 11 March 2026
To apply for the role, please click on the 'Apply Now' button at the top of the page. In the ‘supporting information’ section, you’ll need to demonstrate, with detailed examples, how you meet the job requirements using the Job Description and Person Specification below. Please note that we may occasionally close vacancies early when we have received enough applications that meet the required criteria.
Please do not use artificial intelligence tools to assist you to complete the application form. We may not accept applications that have been completed utilising AI tools. If you would usually use tools such as these to assist you in filling in a form, please contact us to discuss this further and understand other options.
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Use your words to save animals, conserve precious wildlife, protect biodiversity and build resilient ecosystems. As our new Copywriter and Written Content Producer, you won't just be writing copy; you’ll be the heartbeat of our storytelling, and creating a positive impact across the globe.
Why This Role Matters
International Animal Rescue (IAR):we believe every animal deserves a life free from suffering and that habitats should be protected so that wildlife can thrive. From releasing orangutans back into the Indonesian rainforest to rescuing bears from caged captivity in Armenia, our impact is fuelled by the power of persuasive storytelling. You will be the one connecting our global community of supporters to these life-saving missions through emotionally resonant and impactful content.
The Opportunity
This is more than a writing job; it is a chance to shape the narrative of an award-winning international charity. You will:
Craft Compelling Stories: Write everything from high-stakes fundraising appeals and Direct Mail to engaging blogs and LinkedIn updates.
Be a Brand Champion: Maintain and evolve IAR’s unique tone of voice across all platforms, ensuring our message of hope and action remains consistent.
Drive Real Change: Support fundraising growth by creating the very content that motivates people to donate and engage with our mission.
Collaborate Globally: Work alongside our Communications and Programmes teams to bring stories from the field directly to our supporters.
Who We Are Looking For?
We need a talented, self-motivated professional with a minimum of three years’ experience who understands the art of "audience-centric" writing. If you have a passion for animal welfare & conservation and the exceptional writing skills needed to turn a reader into a lifelong supporter, we want you on our team.
Please read the full job specification for more information.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Thank you!
Following significant expansion over the last 5 years, this new role recognises the need for a cultural shift and realignment on operational efficiency and cultural cohesion. We have a turnover over £5m and employ 100 staff.
We are the largest environmental charity in the North East and punch above our weight in the
influence we exert. Come and help us carve out a sustainable and exciting future for people and
nature. The Deputy CE is a pivotal leadership role, supporting the Chief Executive in delivering the Trust’s strategic objectives and ensuring operational excellence across the
organisation. You will provide strategic oversight, manage governance & compliance, lead
cross-organisational initiatives and deputise for the CEO. You will head up the
business support teams and be responsible for transforming the culture ‘from good to great’.
This is an exciting opportunity for a dynamic and values-driven leader to help shape the future
of nature conservation in the North East.
The contract is for 35 hours a week. Salary is from £58,608 per annum and 5% pension contribution.
The deadline for applications is 9.00 on 20 February 2026. An application form/ job pack is on our website. Note CV’s will not be accepted.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Thank you!
We are seeking a new Chief Executive Officer (CEO) to lead the charity; sustaining and growing our work to enhance and protect the river environment so that people and wildlife can thrive.
About you
The successful candidate will have proven senior leadership skills and strong experience in the environmental conservation sector. They will be able to demonstrate experience and achievement across the core elements of a CEO role: strategic organisational planning, business development, operational delivery, people management and development, communication and management of resources.
If this sounds like a good fit for you, please consider joining us to lead our work in Rethinking Eden’s Rivers for Good.
About us
Eden Rivers Trust (ERT) is the Cumbrian conservation charity standing up for Eden’s rivers, enhancing and protecting the river environment so that people and wildlife can thrive. Since 1996, we have created and protected havens for wildlife, ensured that our precious fresh water is clean and safe for everyone, and spread the word about healthy, natural rivers far and wide.
Through the combination of our team’s expertise in working with nature and natural processes, the passion of our volunteers, and our partnership work, together we are finding better ways to help Eden’s rivers thrive – for wildlife, for people, and for generations to come.
About the role
This role represents an exciting opportunity to build on Eden Rivers Trust’s success and take the Trust forward at a time when rivers and water are high in the public consciousness and firmly on the Government’s agenda. Change is expected across the water sector, and Eden Rivers Trust wants to be part of delivering that change – working positively and practically from the ground up.
We have opportunities to make a significant impact in tackling many environmental issues around water in the Eden and Cumbria; promoting the concept of integrated catchment management through delivering our strategic plan and the Eden Catchment Plan, both of which contribute to the Cumbria Local Nature Recovery Strategy, the Government’s Environment Improvement Plan and Plan for Water.
We will do this working with a multitude of partners, including our sister Rivers Trusts in Cumbria and across the North West.
For more information and details of how to apply, please read the Recruitment pack
Deadline for applications: Midnight, Sunday, 15 March 2026
First interviews for this post will take place either week beginning Monday, 23 March or 30 March 2026 and will be a mixture of online and in-person interviews.
Registered Charity
11 - 20
To improve and protect the River Eden, its tributaries and lakes, for the benefit of people and wildlife.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Thank you!
About the Role
We are looking for an experienced and motivated Senior Project Officer, working predominantly in the South London area, to lead the development and delivery of river and catchment restoration projects. You will oversee work from early concept and design stages through to physical implementation, ensuring projects are delivered on time, on budget and to a high standard. As part of our Restoring Rivers and Catchments Team, you’ll help shape ambitious, meaningful projects that benefit local rivers, wildlife and communities. Whilst you will be predominantly working on projects for the Hogsmill, Wandle, Beverley Brook and Cray rivers, you may be required to work on other projects within the wider SERT region.
Key Responsibilities
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Develop and design restoration and enhancement projects using best practice and sound science.
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Lead feasibility work, secure all necessary permissions and manage stakeholder relationships.
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Oversee on-site delivery, managing contractors, volunteers and project partners.
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Ensure robust Health & Safety compliance across all project activities.
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Manage project budgets, timelines and reporting to funders.
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Mentor and manage junior colleagues, supporting their development and project delivery skills.
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Contribute to the Trust’s communications, fundraising and wider organisational goals.
What We Are Looking For
We are seeking someone with strong project management experience, confidence in leading multidisciplinary work and the ability to communicate effectively with a wide range of partners. Experience delivering physical works on site—especially with power tools or plant—is desirable but not essential. You will bring creativity, initiative and a collaborative mindset to help develop impactful environmental solutions.
About You
You are a proactive problem-solver with a passion for improving rivers and catchments. You enjoy working with others, building relationships and finding innovative ways to deliver high-quality environmental projects. You take pride in maintaining high standards, supporting colleagues and seeing projects through from concept to completion.
Interested? Apply now and help us create a healthier, more resilient catchment, see the full job description for more information.
Application process
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Closing date for applications: Sunday 8th March 2026 at 11:59pm.
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Interviews: w/c Monday 16th March 2026
Registered Charity
21 - 50
We help rivers thrive again for communities and nature.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Thank you!
Are you an energetic, creative, and organised individual with experience in fundraising and partnership development? Do you want to use your skills to help secure the long-term future of our environment and ecosystems? Join us as we inspire and empower people across Oxfordshire to work together for nature’s recovery.
Work location: Manor House, Little Wittenham. This is a hybrid role, with an expectation of working in the office an average of three days per week, including Tuesdays. Additionally, some evening and weekend work will be necessary to attend networking events.
As a flexible employer, we’re ideally looking for a person full-time to join our enthusiastic and knowledgeable team but will consider part-time applicants (minimum 21 hours).
- Work with our Chief Executive to lead income-generation and secure our long-term future.
- Create, implement, and monitor our fundraising plans.
- Coordinate and deliver all aspects of fundraising and income generation working with our Chief Executive, Trustees, volunteers, staff, and partners across multiple programmes and partnerships.
- Develop relationships with funders including individuals, trusts, local authorities, funding bodies, and corporates.
Wild Oxfordshire is a charity seeking to create a more natural, resilient, and biodiverse Oxfordshire for the benefit of all. We catalyse change by identifying needs, convening partnerships, and unlocking opportunities for nature recovery action. We collaborate with numerous individuals, communities and organisations, offering expertly curated and inspiring information, bespoke advice, and nature-based solutions.
The person specification and role description, outlining the requirements for the role, are available on our website. Interviews will be held on Monday 22nd or Tuesday 23rd March, with a planned start date of 1st May (if possible).
Registered Charity
6 - 10
To create a more natural, resilient and biodiverse Oxfordshire. We help catalyse change by identifying conservation needs, supporting nature recovery.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Thank you!
Senior People & Culture Business Partner
Job reference: REQ000973
£ 50,000pa + excellent benefits
Woking, Surrey GU21 4LL / Hybrid Working
Hybrid working: Minimum 40% in person collaboration per month
About the role
We’re excited to be recruiting a Senior People and Culture Business Partner to lead WWF-UK’s Business Partnering and Advisory team and provide senior, trusted People and Culture partnership across the organisation.
Reporting to the Director of People and Culture, this role plays a key part in shaping and delivering people strategy, workforce planning, organisation design and employee relations, ensuring these align to organisational priorities, values and culture. You’ll work closely with senior leaders to translate strategy into practical people solutions, supporting confident and inclusive decision-making during a period of organisational transition.
Combining strategic leadership with hands-on delivery, you will lead a high-performing team while supporting complex people priorities across directorates. The role operates at pace across both planned initiatives and responsive activity, helping strengthen colleague experience, organisational capability and a values-led culture.
Skills and experience
You’ll bring the following skills and experience to succeed in this role:
Essential
• Significant experience providing senior strategic and operational People or HR partnering within a complex organisation
• Proven leadership experience, including developing and motivating People and Culture or HR teams
• Strong experience advising senior leaders on workforce planning, organisation design, cultural change and complex employee relations matters
• Demonstrable experience embedding equity, diversity and inclusion into people practices and organisational decision-making
• Up-to-date knowledge of employment law and best practice, applied with sound professional judgement
• Strong influencing, coaching and relationship-building skills, with the confidence to challenge constructively
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Desirable
• CIPD qualification or equivalent professional experience
• Experience supporting large-scale organisational change or transformation
• Experience using people data and insight to inform strategic decision-making and improve colleague experience
What we offer
We believe in rewarding our team with more than just a salary. Here’s what you can expect:
· Annual leave starting at 26 days a year, rising one day each year to 31 days plus bank holidays
· Flexible working options, to support your work life balance
· 7.5% employer contribution to pension, rising to 10% with employee contribution
· Learning and development opportunities to help you grow
· Regular wellbeing initiatives to support your health and happiness.
This is a UK based contract, and you are required to have the Right to Work in the UK. Unfortunately, we’re unable to offer sponsorship and any offer of employment will be subject to evidence of your Right to Work in the UK.
This role is hybrid with a minimum 40% of your contracted hours spent at our beautiful UK head office, the Living Planet Centre in Woking, Surrey, where you’ll hot desk among trees and gardens.
About WWF-UK
We’re a global conservation charity with millions of supporters and hundreds of projects around the world.
At WWF-UK, we’re bringing our world back to life. Protecting what’s left isn’t enough. We’re racing to restore nature and prevent catastrophic climate change. And it’s a race we can win with everyone’s help.
We’re courageous, passionate, and driven by science. For more than 60 years we’ve been at the forefront of global efforts to protect wildlife and the natural world. We work with integrity, collaboration and deep respect for those we partner with.
How to apply
Click the link to apply via our website.
You’ll be asked to complete an application form and upload your CV and a supporting statement that tells us why you’ll be a great addition to WWF-UK.
Application closing date : 04/03/2026
Our Diversity Promise to You
At the heart of our mission is a simple truth: the planet needs everyone. That means you - in all your uniqueness, regardless of age, disability, gender identity, marital status, race, faith or belief, sexual orientation, socioeconomic background, or how you choose to express yourself.
We don’t do stereotypes. We work together with purpose, driven by passion and enhanced by respect, courage, and integrity. We pull together from all walks of life to fight for a better future, and we want you to feel supported every step of the way.
We’re proud to be a Disability Confident employer and are committed to creating an inclusive workplace where everyone feels they belong. We actively encourage applications from people of all backgrounds and identities.
So, if there’s anything we can do to make your application or interview experience more comfortable or accessible, just give our Talent Acquisition Team a shout via our website.
Safeguarding Commitment
Just as we celebrate diversity in all its forms, we are equally dedicated to creating a safe environment for every person we work with or encounter.
Our commitment extends to children, adults at risk, and individuals experiencing any form of vulnerability, whether temporary or permanent.
We proudly stand behind CAPSEAH (Common Approach to Protection from Sexual Exploitation, Sexual Abuse and Sexual Harassment) and put this commitment into action through clear policies, thorough training, and recruitment checks tailored to each role, which may include external vetting.
If you ever have a concern, however big or small, know that there are confidential channels ready to support you at WWF-UK. We promise to respond promptly and with care, because protecting every individual is at the heart of everything we do.
Thank you!
We’re looking for a friendly and reliable Car Parking Attendant to join our team and be the first point of contact for visitors arriving at the Arboretum. This role is all about providing a warm welcome and excellent customer service from the moment visitors arrive, ensuring they are guided safely and efficiently to their parking spaces. You’ll be representing the Arboretum, so a helpful attitude, strong communication skills, and a good knowledge of the site are essential. You'll also be supporting the wider team with site presentation, keeping the car park areas tidy and well-maintained.
The Arboretum is the UK’s dedicated year-round centre of Remembrance and is part of the Royal British Legion. At its core, the Royal British Legion is a people-focused organisation. It’s made up of individuals who are committed to doing their very best for others, while also making the most of the opportunities and experiences we provide.
The role involves working closely with the Grounds, Caretaking, and Events teams to ensure smooth day-to-day operations and support for larger on-site events. This includes liaising with the police and control room to help manage safe vehicle movement during busy periods. You’ll need to be flexible, willing to work weekends, bank holidays and school holidays, with occasional evening shifts. Hours are typically 9:00 to 14:00. If you’re someone who enjoys being outdoors, can stay calm under pressure, and takes pride in delivering excellent service, we’d love to hear from you.
Please note that this role will be based onsite at the National Memorial Arboretum, Burton-on-Trent DE13 7AR
Employee benefits include -
The following benefits are applicable to your employment. These are not contractual. We may replace or withdraw such benefits, or amend the terms of such benefits, at any time on reasonable notice to you:
- Employee Assistance Programme (EAP)
- Pension scheme subject to eligibility
- You are entitled to 28 days’ holiday per holiday year, including bank and public holidays. Your entitlement will be calculated on a pro rata basis, depending on the number of hours that you work.
- Uniform will be provided (where applicable).
About the National Memorial Arboretum
The Arboretum is the UK’s leading year-round centre of Remembrance and a proud part of the Royal British Legion. Spread across 150 acres, it is home to more than 350 memorials, including the nationally significant Armed Forces Memorial, paying tribute to the service and sacrifice of those who have served and continue to serve our country. The site is also filled with around 30,000 maturing trees and a wealth of wildlife, making it a beautiful and peaceful place to reflect. Each year, the Arboretum attracts around 300,000 visitors, many of whom attend over 200 events held throughout the year.
In March 2017, the National Memorial Arboretum opened its new award-winning Remembrance Centre, offering an even more powerful and immersive experience for all those who visit. This truly is a special place – a living memorial that honours the dedication and sacrifice of our Armed Forces community.
For more detailed information about the role, please see our Vacancy Information Pack attached to our direct advert.
National Memorial Arboretum is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive organisation, reflecting the diversity of the armed forces community and of wider society. We welcome applications from people of all backgrounds and personal characteristics.
We may close this vacancy early if we believe we have enough strong applications to be able to successfully fill the role(s). Interested candidates are encouraged to apply as soon as possible.
Thank you!
Head of Design and Impact
Job reference: REQ000966
£ 56,297pa + excellent benefits
Woking, Surrey GU21 4LL / Hybrid Working
Hybrid working: Minimum 40% in person collaboration per month
About the role
We’re excited to be recruiting a Head of Design and Impact to lead WWF-UK’s work on programme design, impact measurement and learning, ensuring our strategies, programmes and projects deliver meaningful outcomes for people and nature.
In this role, you’ll lead a specialist team providing expert advice and quality assurance across the organisation, supporting strong programme design, effective monitoring and evaluation, and the embedding of WWF’s Environmental and Social Safeguards. You’ll work closely with senior leaders, portfolio leads and teams across conservation, policy, advocacy and fundraising, helping ensure impact is clearly evidenced and learning is embedded in how we work.
You’ll also play a senior advisory role, providing assurance to the Executive Group and Trustees on the quality of programme design and impact reporting, and working with the wider WWF network to strengthen approaches to impact, learning and accountability.
This is a senior leadership role for someone with deep expertise in design, monitoring and evaluation, strong people leadership skills, and the confidence to influence across complex programmes and stakeholders in a global context.
Skills and experience
You’ll bring the following skills and experience to succeed in this role:
Essential
• Significant experience leading the design, monitoring, evaluation and learning of strategies, programmes or projects in a conservation, development or policy context
• Proven experience leading and developing specialist teams, including performance management and creating a strong learning culture
• Strong expertise in programme and project design, quality assurance and evidence of impact
• Experience embedding environmental and social safeguards, including safeguarding and ethical standards, into programme design and delivery
• Experience advising and influencing senior stakeholders, including Directors, Executive leadership or Trustees
• Strong facilitation and communication skills, able to translate technical concepts into clear, practical guidance
• Experience working collaboratively across multiple teams and disciplines, including with fundraising and partnerships
• Strong analytical skills, with the ability to make data and evidence meaningful for different audiences
• Excellent organisational skills, able to manage multiple priorities and deliver to deadlines
• Strong alignment with WWF-UK’s mission, values and purpose
Desirable
• Experience working within international conservation or development programmes, including with partners or offices in multiple countries
• Experience supporting fundraising bids through programme design, monitoring or reporting
• Experience with outcome monitoring linked to performance-based funding or finance mechanisms
• Understanding of global monitoring or reporting frameworks
• Experience working with or influencing global networks or multi-country organisations
• Competency in an additional language relevant to WWF’s global work
What we offer
We believe in rewarding our team with more than just a salary. Here’s what you can expect:
· Annual leave starting at 26 days a year, rising one day each year to 31 days plus bank holidays
· Flexible working options, to support your work life balance
· 7.5% employer contribution to pension, rising to 10% with employee contribution
· Learning and development opportunities to help you grow
· Regular wellbeing initiatives to support your health and happiness.
This is a UK based contract, and you are required to have the Right to Work in the UK. Unfortunately, we’re unable to offer sponsorship and any offer of employment will be subject to evidence of your Right to Work in the UK.
This role is hybrid with a minimum 40% of your contracted hours spent at our beautiful UK head office, the Living Planet Centre in Woking, Surrey, where you’ll hot desk among trees and gardens.
About WWF-UK
We’re a global conservation charity with millions of supporters and hundreds of projects around the world.
At WWF-UK, we’re bringing our world back to life. Protecting what’s left isn’t enough. We’re racing to restore nature and prevent catastrophic climate change. And it’s a race we can win with everyone’s help.
We’re courageous, passionate, and driven by science. For more than 60 years we’ve been at the forefront of global efforts to protect wildlife and the natural world. We work with integrity, collaboration and deep respect for those we partner with.
How to apply
Click the link to apply via our website.
You’ll be asked to complete an application form and upload your CV and a supporting statement that tells us why you’ll be a great addition to WWF-UK.
Application closing date : 01/03/2026
Our Diversity Promise to You
At the heart of our mission is a simple truth: the planet needs everyone. That means you - in all your uniqueness, regardless of age, disability, gender identity, marital status, race, faith or belief, sexual orientation, socioeconomic background, or how you choose to express yourself.
We don’t do stereotypes. We work together with purpose, driven by passion and enhanced by respect, courage, and integrity. We pull together from all walks of life to fight for a better future, and we want you to feel supported every step of the way.
We’re proud to be a Disability Confident employer and are committed to creating an inclusive workplace where everyone feels they belong. We actively encourage applications from people of all backgrounds and identities.
So, if there’s anything we can do to make your application or interview experience more comfortable or accessible, just give our Talent Acquisition Team a shout via our website.
Safeguarding Commitment
Just as we celebrate diversity in all its forms, we are equally dedicated to creating a safe environment for every person we work with or encounter.
Our commitment extends to children, adults at risk, and individuals experiencing any form of vulnerability, whether temporary or permanent.
We proudly stand behind CAPSEAH (Common Approach to Protection from Sexual Exploitation, Sexual Abuse and Sexual Harassment) and put this commitment into action through clear policies, thorough training, and recruitment checks tailored to each role, which may include external vetting.
If you ever have a concern, however big or small, know that there are confidential channels ready to support you at WWF-UK. We promise to respond promptly and with care, because protecting every individual is at the heart of everything we do.
Thank you!
Copywriter and Editor
Job reference: REQ000965
£37,581pa + excellent benefits
Woking, Surrey GU21 4LL / Hybrid Working
Hybrid working: Minimum 40% in person collaboration per month
About the role
We’re looking for an exceptional Copywriter and Editor to bring powerful storytelling, sharp creative thinking and impeccable craft to one of the world’s most recognised environmental organisations.
In this role, you’ll be responsible for producing and refining written content across our channels, helping bring our work and impact to life. You’ll write and edit a wide range of content, from fundraising and brand campaigns to social media and science and policy reports, adapting tone and style for different audiences while staying true to our brand.
What You’ll Do
• Create standout copy for brand campaigns, digital channels, social content, fundraising materials, and publications
• Turn complex topics into engaging, accessible narratives that inspire action
• Collaborate closely with designers, content creators and storytellers to develop integrated creative ideas and concepts.
• Champion WWF-UK’s verbal brand and editorial consistency
• Deliver high-quality written content for key science and policy publications
• Keep your finger on the pulse of creative, cultural and digital trends
Skills and experience
You’ll bring the skills and experience needed to succeed in this role, including:
Essential
• Proven experience in professional copywriting and editing, ideally within a charity and/or consumer brand environment
• Excellent command of written English, with strong grammar, editing and storytelling skills
• Experience creating content across multiple formats and platforms, including web, social, email, print and campaign materials
• Ability to communicate complex issues in a clear, accessible and engaging way
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to accuracy and quality
• Ability to manage multiple deadlines and priorities in a fast-paced environment
• Strong interpersonal skills and confidence working collaboratively with a range of teams
• A clear commitment to WWF-UK’s mission, values and ethical standards
Desirable
• Experience in digital content production, including social media and web content
• Understanding of SEO, AI and web content optimisation
• Experience using AI tools to support copywriting and editing
• Experience managing freelancers or agencies
• Experience working in a charity, purpose-led or complex stakeholder environment
Why WWF UK
Your words can help bring our world back to life.
Your words can inspire millions of people to protect and restore nature.
Your words can help people take climate action to benefit their lives and their communities.
This is creativity with purpose, where every idea, headline and story matters.
What we offer
We believe in rewarding our team with more than just a salary. Here’s what you can expect:
· Annual leave starting at 26 days a year, rising one day each year to 31 days plus bank holidays
· Flexible working options, to support your work life balance
· 7.5% employer contribution to pension, rising to 10% with employee contribution
· Learning and development opportunities to help you grow
· Regular wellbeing initiatives to support your health and happiness.
This is a UK based contract, and you are required to have the Right to Work in the UK. Unfortunately, we’re unable to offer sponsorship and any offer of employment will be subject to evidence of your Right to Work in the UK.
This role is hybrid with a minimum 40% of your contracted hours spent at our beautiful UK head office, the Living Planet Centre in Woking, Surrey, where you’ll hot desk among trees and gardens.
About WWF-UK
We’re a global conservation charity with millions of supporters and hundreds of projects around the world.
At WWF-UK, we’re bringing our world back to life. Protecting what’s left isn’t enough. We’re racing to restore nature and prevent catastrophic climate change. And it’s a race we can win with everyone’s help.
We’re courageous, passionate, and driven by science. For more than 60 years we’ve been at the forefront of global efforts to protect wildlife and the natural world. We work with integrity, collaboration and deep respect for those we partner with.
How to apply
Click the link to apply via our website.
You’ll be asked to complete an application form and upload your CV and a supporting statement that tells us why you’ll be a great addition to WWF-UK.
We are reviewing applications on a rolling basis and will close the role once we’ve found the right person. If this sounds like you, we encourage you to apply as soon as possible.
Application closing date : 01/03/2026
Our Diversity Promise to You
At the heart of our mission is a simple truth: the planet needs everyone. That means you - in all your uniqueness, regardless of age, disability, gender identity, marital status, race, faith or belief, sexual orientation, socioeconomic background, or how you choose to express yourself.
We don’t do stereotypes. We work together with purpose, driven by passion and enhanced by respect, courage, and integrity. We pull together from all walks of life to fight for a better future, and we want you to feel supported every step of the way.
We’re proud to be a Disability Confident employer and are committed to creating an inclusive workplace where everyone feels they belong. We actively encourage applications from people of all backgrounds and identities.
So, if there’s anything we can do to make your application or interview experience more comfortable or accessible, just give our Talent Acquisition Team a shout via our website.
Safeguarding Commitment
Just as we celebrate diversity in all its forms, we are equally dedicated to creating a safe environment for every person we work with or encounter.
Our commitment extends to children, adults at risk, and individuals experiencing any form of vulnerability, whether temporary or permanent.
We proudly stand behind CAPSEAH (Common Approach to Protection from Sexual Exploitation, Sexual Abuse and Sexual Harassment) and put this commitment into action through clear policies, thorough training, and recruitment checks tailored to each role, which may include external vetting.
If you ever have a concern, however big or small, know that there are confidential channels ready to support you at WWF-UK. We promise to respond promptly and with care, because protecting every individual is at the heart of everything we do.
Thank you!
Policy Advisor (Climate)
Job reference: REQ000950
£37,581pa + excellent benefits
Woking, Surrey GU21 4LL / Hybrid Working
Hybrid working: Minimum 40% in person collaboration per month
About the role
We’re excited to be recruiting a Policy Advisor (Climate) to support WWF-UK’s work on developing ambitious climate policy and accelerating the transition to a net zero, nature-positive economy.
Working within the Climate team in the Policy Directorate, this role will help shape and develop policy solutions that support the deployment of low-carbon infrastructure and technologies in ways that benefit people and nature. A key focus of the role will be supporting a major corporate partnership with an energy company, alongside contributing to wider climate policy development and influencing work across the UK.
You’ll undertake research, develop policy proposals and briefings, and support engagement with government, business and civil society stakeholders. The role offers the opportunity to work at the intersection of evidence, advocacy and delivery, helping position WWF-UK as a trusted voice in shaping the future of climate policy.
Skills and experience
You’ll bring the following skills and experience to succeed in this role:
Essential
• Experience or strong knowledge of climate policy, with interest in areas such as energy, home decarbonisation, finance, agriculture, land use or biodiversity
• Understanding of how public policy is developed and influenced within political and governmental contexts
• Strong research and analytical skills, with the ability to translate evidence into clear policy proposals
• Experience producing policy briefings, reports or technical content for varied audiences
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to explain complex issues clearly
• Ability to build constructive working relationships with internal teams and external stakeholders
• Strong organisational skills and the ability to manage multiple priorities within a fast-moving policy environment
Desirable
• Experience working across UK nations or understanding of devolved policy contexts
• Experience commissioning or managing research projects or external consultants
• Knowledge of the wider climate, economics or environmental policy landscape
What we offer
We believe in rewarding our team with more than just a salary. Here’s what you can expect:
· Annual leave starting at 26 days a year, rising one day each year to 31 days plus bank holidays
· Flexible working options, to support your work life balance
· 7.5% employer contribution to pension, rising to 10% with employee contribution
· Learning and development opportunities to help you grow
· Regular wellbeing initiatives to support your health and happiness.
This is a UK based contract, and you are required to have the Right to Work in the UK. Unfortunately, we’re unable to offer sponsorship and any offer of employment will be subject to evidence of your Right to Work in the UK.
This role is hybrid with a minimum 40% of your contracted hours spent at our beautiful UK head office, the Living Planet Centre in Woking, Surrey, where you’ll hot desk among trees and gardens.
About WWF-UK
We’re a global conservation charity with millions of supporters and hundreds of projects around the world.
At WWF-UK, we’re bringing our world back to life. Protecting what’s left isn’t enough. We’re racing to restore nature and prevent catastrophic climate change. And it’s a race we can win with everyone’s help.
We’re courageous, passionate, and driven by science. For more than 60 years we’ve been at the forefront of global efforts to protect wildlife and the natural world. We work with integrity, collaboration and deep respect for those we partner with.
How to apply
Click the link to apply via our website.
You’ll be asked to complete an application form and upload your CV and a supporting statement that tells us why you’ll be a great addition to WWF-UK.
Application closing date : 04/03/2026
Our Diversity Promise to You
At the heart of our mission is a simple truth: the planet needs everyone. That means you - in all your uniqueness, regardless of age, disability, gender identity, marital status, race, faith or belief, sexual orientation, socioeconomic background, or how you choose to express yourself.
We don’t do stereotypes. We work together with purpose, driven by passion and enhanced by respect, courage, and integrity. We pull together from all walks of life to fight for a better future, and we want you to feel supported every step of the way.
We’re proud to be a Disability Confident employer and are committed to creating an inclusive workplace where everyone feels they belong. We actively encourage applications from people of all backgrounds and identities.
So, if there’s anything we can do to make your application or interview experience more comfortable or accessible, just give our Talent Acquisition Team a shout via our website.
Safeguarding Commitment
Just as we celebrate diversity in all its forms, we are equally dedicated to creating a safe environment for every person we work with or encounter.
Our commitment extends to children, adults at risk, and individuals experiencing any form of vulnerability, whether temporary or permanent.
We proudly stand behind CAPSEAH (Common Approach to Protection from Sexual Exploitation, Sexual Abuse and Sexual Harassment) and put this commitment into action through clear policies, thorough training, and recruitment checks tailored to each role, which may include external vetting.
If you ever have a concern, however big or small, know that there are confidential channels ready to support you at WWF-UK. We promise to respond promptly and with care, because protecting every individual is at the heart of everything we do.
Thank you!
Marketing Manager
Salary: £31,680 per annum, FTE (£27,287 per annum for 32.2 hours average per week)
Contract: Permanent
Work Pattern: This is an annualised hours contract based on an average of 32.2 hours per week.
Location: WWT Washington, NE38
About The Role
We are looking for a dynamic and creative Marketing Manager to play a key role in driving visitor growth at Washington Wetland Centre, an urban oasis supporting endangered wildlife and a space providing fun and wellbeing for all.
In this exciting role, you’ll lead on the delivery of both year-round and event-specific marketing campaigns, working across a range of channels to attract, engage, and inspire new and returning audiences.
You'll be part of a passionate team dedicated to conservation, education, and unforgettable visitor experiences.
- Create and manage multi channel marketing campaigns in line with your marketing plan
- manage and deliver the site PR plan whilst maximising media and influencer relationships
- lead the site team on design and delivery of our year round events programme
- manage and monitor all social media and webpage content for the site
- work as part of the site leadership team to provide duty management and operational support.
About You
Do you enjoy creating marketing campaigns that inspire people to take action? Can you balance creativity with data-driven decision-making to deliver results? Are you confident building relationships and communicating effectively? If so, we would love to hear from you.
You will have:
- Extensive experience of working in a marketing, business or communications role, in a B2C consumer-facing organisation
- Experience of developing and delivering a marketing and communications plan, including paid advertising
- Experience of digital marketing and social media management (Instagram, Facebook etc.)
- Meticulous attention to detail and high levels of accuracy
- Ability to bring passion and enthusiasm to your work, leading the site team in delivering an exceptional visitor experience
- Experience within CRM databases and reporting tools
- Experience in Microsoft Office, Excel, and Outlook
This is an annualised hours contract based on an average of 32.2 hours per week. Salary will be paid in equal monthly payments.
About Us
We’re WWT, and we’re on a mission to restore the super-powered ecosystems we call wetlands. There’s never been a more important moment for our work, and we’ve got some phenomenal people on the case.
Whether they’re taking a new visitor under their wing, or conducting ground-breaking research further afield, our team are second to none. And there’s nothing we love more than watching them soar.
Whatever you do here, you’ll be helping to restore wetlands and unlock their power. So, the only question left is, what role will you play?
Why you’ll love working at WWT
- Wake up every day knowing your work is helping to restore wetlands, and our world
- Be surrounded and inspired by our team of passionate, dedicated people
- 33 days annual leave (which goes up to 38 days after 5 years of service) – this includes bank holidays and you have flexibility to take those days whenever you want
- Free entry to all our wetland centres, including your family
- Free car parking and secure bike storage areas
- Colleague discount on shopping and memberships
- Cycle to work scheme
- Contributory pension scheme
- Life Assurance of three times your salary, for peace of mind for your loved ones
- Independent personal, workplace and financial advice from our Employee Assistance Programme
Closing Date: Monday 2nd March 2026
N.B. We reserve the right to close the advert early if we receive a sufficient number of applications from candidates who meet the required skills and experience. We therefore encourage early applications.
Interested?
If you would like to find out more, please click the apply button. You will be directed to our website to complete your application for this position.
WWT is an equal opportunities employer and all applications will be considered solely on merit.
No agencies please.
Registered Charity
101 - 500
Restore Wetlands and Unlock their Power
Thank you!
People & Culture Business Partner – Generalist
Job reference: REQ000972
£ 43,851pa + excellent benefits
Woking, Surrey GU21 4LL / Hybrid Working
Hybrid working: Minimum 40% in person collaboration per month
About the role
We’re excited to be recruiting a People and Culture Business Partner to work in close partnership with leaders and managers, helping shape a high-performing, inclusive culture that enables WWF-UK to deliver its mission.
Reporting to the Senior Business Partner, this role provides dedicated partnering to defined client groups, supporting both strategic priorities and day-to-day people matters. You’ll act as a trusted advisor, helping leaders build organisational capability, embed effective people practices and navigate change with confidence.
Working across a broad range of People and Culture activity, you will combine pragmatic problem-solving with strong relationship building. You’ll contribute to the design and delivery of people initiatives, use data and insight to inform decisions, and support managers to lead their teams effectively. The role also works closely with colleagues across the People and Culture team to ensure consistent, joined-up delivery of services and priorities across the organisation.
Skills and experience
You’ll bring the skills and experience needed to succeed in this role, including:
Essential
• Experience providing both operational and strategic People or HR partnering support within a complex organisation
• Up-to-date knowledge of employment law and confidence applying it in practice
• Strong coaching and influencing skills, with experience advising managers on a wide range of people matters, including complex employee relations cases
• Proven ability to build trusted relationships and influence stakeholders at different levels
• Strong organisational skills, with the ability to manage multiple priorities and work at pace
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Desirable
• CIPD qualification or equivalent professional experience
• Experience supporting organisational change or transformation programmes
• Experience using people data and insight to shape decisions or initiatives
• Experience supervising or supporting junior People or HR colleagues
What we offer
We believe in rewarding our team with more than just a salary. Here’s what you can expect:
· Annual leave starting at 26 days a year, rising one day each year to 31 days plus bank holidays
· Flexible working options, to support your work life balance
· 7.5% employer contribution to pension, rising to 10% with employee contribution
· Learning and development opportunities to help you grow
· Regular wellbeing initiatives to support your health and happiness.
This is a UK based contract, and you are required to have the Right to Work in the UK. Unfortunately, we’re unable to offer sponsorship and any offer of employment will be subject to evidence of your Right to Work in the UK.
This role is hybrid with a minimum 40% of your contracted hours spent at our beautiful UK head office, the Living Planet Centre in Woking, Surrey, where you’ll hot desk among trees and gardens.
About WWF-UK
We’re a global conservation charity with millions of supporters and hundreds of projects around the world.
At WWF-UK, we’re bringing our world back to life. Protecting what’s left isn’t enough. We’re racing to restore nature and prevent catastrophic climate change. And it’s a race we can win with everyone’s help.
We’re courageous, passionate, and driven by science. For more than 60 years we’ve been at the forefront of global efforts to protect wildlife and the natural world. We work with integrity, collaboration and deep respect for those we partner with.
How to apply
Click the link to apply via our website.
You’ll be asked to complete an application form and upload your CV and a supporting statement that tells us why you’ll be a great addition to WWF-UK.
Application closing date : 04/03/2026
Our Diversity Promise to You
At the heart of our mission is a simple truth: the planet needs everyone. That means you - in all your uniqueness, regardless of age, disability, gender identity, marital status, race, faith or belief, sexual orientation, socioeconomic background, or how you choose to express yourself.
We don’t do stereotypes. We work together with purpose, driven by passion and enhanced by respect, courage, and integrity. We pull together from all walks of life to fight for a better future, and we want you to feel supported every step of the way.
We’re proud to be a Disability Confident employer and are committed to creating an inclusive workplace where everyone feels they belong. We actively encourage applications from people of all backgrounds and identities.
So, if there’s anything we can do to make your application or interview experience more comfortable or accessible, just give our Talent Acquisition Team a shout via our website.
Safeguarding Commitment
Just as we celebrate diversity in all its forms, we are equally dedicated to creating a safe environment for every person we work with or encounter.
Our commitment extends to children, adults at risk, and individuals experiencing any form of vulnerability, whether temporary or permanent.
We proudly stand behind CAPSEAH (Common Approach to Protection from Sexual Exploitation, Sexual Abuse and Sexual Harassment) and put this commitment into action through clear policies, thorough training, and recruitment checks tailored to each role, which may include external vetting.
If you ever have a concern, however big or small, know that there are confidential channels ready to support you at WWF-UK. We promise to respond promptly and with care, because protecting every individual is at the heart of everything we do.