Arboricultural Consultant
The Company
Our client is a respected, nationwide consultancy specialising in land, property, and environmental services. With decades of expertise and a strong presence across the UK, they provide high level forestry and arboricultural advice to a diverse range of clients, from private landowners and estates to institutions and large corporates. The company fosters innovation, collaboration, and continuous development in a multidisciplinary setting.
The Team
You will be joining a growing Forestry and Arboriculture team based in the South/Central region, working from a well established office in Oxford. The current team consists of 11 consultants and an administrator, all passionate about sustainable land management and arboricultural excellence.
This team delivers a wide range of services including arboricultural consultancy, woodland and forest management, new woodland creation, timber harvesting, and forest valuation. Collaboration is central to how they work, both within the team and with the wider business.
What You Will Be Doing
This role is primarily focused on arboricultural consultancy. You will be responsible for:
1. Carrying out tree condition and safety surveys
2. Developing tree risk management plans and zoning strategies
3. Undertaking BS5837 surveys related to development planning
4. Advising on amenity tree care and overseeing remedial work
5. Managing and monitoring contractors delivering arboricultural services
6. Building and maintaining strong client relationships
7. Developing new business opportunities and service lines (e.g., GIS mapping)
8. Collaborating with colleagues in other disciplines to deliver integrated services
9. Supporting junior team members through coaching, training, and mentoring
10. Taking ownership of budgeting, forecasting, invoicing, WIP, and P&L within your remit
What You Need
You will be a technically competent and commercially minded consultant with:
11. At least 4 years of experience in arboricultural consultancy
12. A Level 5 qualification (or higher) in a relevant subject - or equivalent experience
13. LANTRA Professional Tree Inspection qualification (or similar)
14. Professional membership with the Arboricultural Association and/or the Institute of Chartered Foresters
15. Strong communication and leadership skills
16. The ability to manage client relationships, projects, and financial performance
17. A full UK driving licence and willingness to travel across the region
Benefits
18. Car allowance
19. 25-30 days of annual leave (depending on seniority)
20. Company pension scheme
21. Life assurance
22. Private medical insurance
23. Access to a virtual GP
24. Enhanced parental leave and global mobility opportunities
25. A range of discounts and rewards through an employee benefits platform
26. Structured professional development with clear career pathways
27. Comprehensive training and mentoring support