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We’re working to improve lives in Somerset by conserving the unique landscape of the Quantock Hills National Landscape and supporting farmers and communities.
Key information
* 37 hours per week – work pattern to be agreed with the successful candidate and line manager.
* Hybrid work – home with regular periods at the Quantock Office, Fyne Court, Broomfield.
* Travel to farms and other sites around the Greater Quantock Hills area.
* 28 days annual leave.
* Fixed‑term contract until 31 March 2027.
What will I be doing?
* Promote and manage the delivery of the Farming in Protected Landscapes (FiPL) grant programme and other projects for the Quantock Hills National Landscape.
* Visit, advise and support applicants with their project ideas and the application process.
* Present project applications to the Local Assessment Panel for approval.
* Monitor and support the delivery of projects within agreed costing and timescales.
* Provide regular reports to DEFRA on achievement of agreed targets.
* Work with the National Landscape team to contribute to other collaborative work across the Quantock Hills.
* Work closely with the Farming Engagement Support Officer and help direct their day‑to‑day work.
* Help develop new ways to engage with farming and land‑management communities to raise awareness of the projects and support they can provide.
What kind of experience or qualifications do I need?
* Experience working with farmers and land managers to deliver conservation objectives.
* Knowledge of current issues in farming, agricultural policy, and agri‑environment schemes.
* Knowledge of climate change mitigation and adaptation issues and opportunities in farming.
* Practical experience of habitat and landscape conservation.
* Experience of project development and management, including budget management, monitoring, and reporting.
* Experience of delivering grants.
* Strong interpersonal skills, experience engaging stakeholders and facilitating collaborative projects.
* Strong IT skills, including Microsoft Office and GIS software.
What's in it for me?
* Work‑life balance – flexible working arrangements wherever possible, including working from home.
* Generous annual leave allowance with opportunity to purchase additional leave.
* Staff discounts in gyms.
* Employee Assistance Programme for times you may need support and a variety of wellbeing services.
* Auto enrolment onto our generous Pension Scheme with optional voluntary contribution scheme.
* Flexible Benefits Scheme via salary sacrifice to obtain a cycle for work and health screenings.
* My Staff Shop offering discounts in shops, online shopping, restaurants, cinema tickets, insurance benefits and more.
Anything else I should know?
Contact Iain Porter, Manager 07977 412077 for further information about this role.
The salary range for this role is £28,598 to £32,061 per annum.
Interview date 3 December 2025.
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