Overview
Lead the future of Wild Places in Scotland. The John Muir Trust is the UK’s only charity dedicated solely to protecting Wild Places, caring for iconic landscapes from Ben Nevis to the Cuillin on Skye, and demonstrating land can be managed to let natural processes thrive while sustaining communities.
About the role
You will:
* Lead staff and contractors in the day-to-day stewardship of our land.
* Deliver best practice in deer management, regenerative grazing, peatland and woodland restoration, path networks, wildfire response, and invasive species control.
* Ensure each property demonstrates how Wild Places can flourish for nature, climate and people.
* Work closely with communities, crofters, and partners, ensuring the Trust is a progressive and responsible landholder.
* Integrate visitor experience, volunteering, and engagement into our land work.
* Report on performance and outcomes that contribute to our wider strategic objectives.
About you
You will bring:
* Senior experience of managing large, ecologically significant landscapes.
* Strong leadership skills, able to motivate and manage diverse teams and partners.
* A deep understanding of ecology and land use in the Highlands, with a commitment to protecting and restoring natural processes.
* The ability to work with communities, resolve disputes, and build constructive partnerships.
* Vision to link practical land management with wider advocacy for Wild Places.
Why join us
This role offers the chance to shape the future of Scotland’s Wild Places at a time of climate and biodiversity crisis. You will have the support of a passionate and committed team, and the opportunity to demonstrate leadership in land management that inspires others across the UK.
We are committed to diversity and inclusion and welcome applications from all backgrounds.
Location: Highlands, with regular travel to properties
Salary: from £39,412, dependent on experience
Contract: Permanent, full time
For further details and to apply please see our website: Head of Land Management
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