Applications from redeployees are assessed against the minimum criteria for the role. In your application, please provide details of how you meet the minimum criteria below: demonstrate a strategic approach with the ability to identify future trends and manage change experienced in leading complex and varied operational teams and developing high performing teams within a matrix structure strong on inclusive leadership skills with the ability to motivate, coach and mentor a widely dispersed team strong communication and influencing skills with the ability to build trust and represent an organisation at a senior level confident with financial planning and budgeting with demonstrable experience of being cost conscious and efficient with resources Additional criteria for all other applicants: able to build and develop mutually beneficial relationships with external partners and stakeholders including co-designing outcomes and implementation of same. experienced in successfully leading a wide range of projects and programmes and managing risk Please use the application form to provide evidence of how you meet the criteria outlined above. Assistant DirectorAs an Assistant Director you’ll play a key role in delivering our new National Trust strategy. Reporting to the Country Director for Northern Ireland, you’ll be part of a motivated, supportive senior team. Working together we will drive our contribution to the Trust’s strategy, responding to the needs and challenges of Northern Ireland’s unique context. This role will require travel across Northern Ireland and further. You'll be required to work at a Trust location for 40-60% of your working week and a contractual base will be nominated, but you'll go where you are needed. We are a Values driven organisation that puts people at the heart of everything we do. Every day you’ll be inspired by the people you work with and the things that we can achieve. This is a strategic and operational leadership role within a complex and multidisciplinary organisation. At its heart it’s about leading a team of General Managers and Specialists who manage special places across Northern Ireland as well as supporting our wider nature and climate ambitions beyond our boundaries. You will succeed through collaboration and working with and through others. In order to do this, you will be working with a wide range of external partners who will codesign and collaborate with National Trust to deliver our strategy for public benefit in Northern Ireland You’ll demonstrate inspirational leadership to enable your team to Restore Nature, End Unequal Access and Inspire Millions. As part of our broader team of ADs across Wales, Northern Ireland and England, you’ll also take the role of sponsor for large-scale, multi-million-pound projects and partnerships. Every day is different. Some days you’ll be juggling issues through online meetings, others you’ll be chairing a project board meeting, or meeting with one of the General Managers or Specialists to support them with a property or team issue. In the space of an hour, you could discuss finance and funding, risk, compliance, a brilliant new idea pitched to you, people issues, or the complex external world view of our partners. The National Trust has the motto ‘For everyone, for ever’ at its heart. We’re working hard to create an inclusive culture, where everyone feels they belong. It’s important that our people reflect and represent the diversity of the communities and audiences we serve. We welcome and value difference, so when we say we’re for everyone, we want everyone to be welcome in our teams too.• Substantial pension scheme of up to 10% basic salary• Free entry to National Trust places for you, a guest and your children (under 18)• Rental deposit loan scheme• Season ticket loan• EV car lease scheme • Perks at work discounts such as gym memberships, shopping discount codes, cinema discounts• Holiday allowance up to 32 days relating to length of service, plus holiday purchase scheme, subject to meeting minimum criteria.• Flexible working whenever possible• Employee assistance programme• Free parking at most Trust places Click here to find out more about the benefits we offer to support you. NIJobsClosing Date: 30 November 2025 Interview Date: 06 January (first stage) 20 January (second stage)To apply for this vacancy simply click the 'apply' button in the top right hand side of the page.We do not accept CVs or covering letters for Northern Ireland vacancies. Please fill out the online application form on the National Trust Jobs website. We are committed to equal opportunities and welcome applicants regardless of religious beliefs, political opinion, race, sex, marital status, age or disability. If you need any help with your application, i.e. due to technical difficulties, please call us on 0370 240 0274 or email us at recruitmentenquiries@nationaltrust.org.ukIf you require an adjustment to the application process, for example due to disability or medical condition, please call us on 0370 240 0274 or email us at adjustments@nationaltrustjobs.org.uk and we'll support you as best as we can. For examples of how, please see our supporting you page.Equal Opportunities Statement The National Trust celebrates diversity and is committed to creating a fair and equal society, free from discrimination. You can read more about our commitment to inclusion and diversity here. Safeguarding Statement The National Trust is committed to a safe recruitment processes to help the organisation attract and appoint the right staff/volunteer for the role and responsibilities as set out in the vacancy advert. We will not accept applicants who are not suitable to work with children, young people or adults at risk. If you have any questions around your suitability for this vacancy, please contact the people service centre. Please note we reserve the right to close this advert early and therefore we encourage you to apply for this position early. 167953IRC167953BallynahinchPermanent f/t (37.5 hrs pw)Ends: Nov 30th Important notice In line with our redeployment policy, we’ll prioritise applications from employees who are under formal notice of redundancy. We’re looking for a motivated individual to step into the role of Assistant Director for Northern Ireland. As one of two Assistant Directors, you will lead a team of General Managers and Specialist Delivery Partners. You’ll help shape the focus and future of our work in restoring nature, working with more diverse audiences across our sites and supporting our growth ambitions across Northern Ireland, both on and beyond our sites. Rowallane House - RO, Saintfield, Ballynahinch, BT24 7LHCompliance.Eligibility to Work in the UK67,236 pa