Senior Membership Recruiter – Forestry England
Job Opportunity: Senior Membership Recruiter - Forestry England. If your skills, experience and qualifications match those in this job overview, do not delay your application.
Job Essentials
Location: Delamere Forest (own transport required)
Hourly Rate: £13.50 per hour, Real Living Wage, Guaranteed Weekly Pay
Hours: 14–32 hours per week – Saturday & Sunday during term time plus two extra days during school holidays.
Role Duration: June – September
About Forestry England
Forestry England cares for and manages over 1500 forests across the country, offering the public opportunities to explore and enjoy these natural wonders through national membership. Delamere Forest is a place to let off steam, escape the crowds and find peace in the heart of the forest. It offers easy‑going trails for all abilities, a hike to admire the view across to Liverpool’s skyline, orienteering courses and quiet spots to watch wildlife by the lake.
The Role
We are looking for a passionate Senior Membership Recruiter to join our team. Your main responsibility will be to increase Forestry England’s financial resources by recruiting new members. As a Senior Recruiter, you will manage the onsite membership programme, ensure smooth operations, and inspire visitors to become members of Forestry England.
Key Responsibilities
* Inspire visitors to become Forestry England members (local or national membership).
* Build strong working relationships with onsite staff, understanding the forest’s features and Forestry England’s programmes.
* Oversee day‑to‑day operations of the membership programme, including placement strategy and coordination with site staff.
* Set up and dismantle the gazebo daily.
* Confidently approach and engage visitors, initiating conversations and building rapport.
* Clearly present information about membership benefits.
* Use digital devices to complete membership applications and assist other recruiters.
* Provide excellent customer service, ensuring visitors feel valued and connected to Forestry England.
* Represent Forestry England’s core values to every visitor.
* Focus on personal development and improving engagement techniques.
* Support the training of fellow team members as needed.
* Promote a positive image of Forestry England and the membership programme.
About You
* Strong commitment to Forestry England’s core values.
* Confident, approachable and able to initiate conversations with visitors.
* Ability to meet membership targets and handle objections.
* Excellent communication skills and ability to build rapport with diverse people.
* Enthusiastic and motivated to promote Forestry England’s work and mission.
* Outgoing, positive attitude and ability to work effectively in a team.
Benefits
* Full training and ongoing support.
* Opportunity to work in a stunning natural environment.
* Be part of an organisation that is helping to protect and grow England’s forests.
Please note: This is a contract role through the external staffing agency Inspired People, assigned to Forestry England.
Apply Now
If you are passionate about forests and enjoy engaging with the public, we would love to hear from you. Click “Apply Now” to join our team and help Forestry England grow and protect our nation’s forests, or alternatively call Polly on phone number removed to discuss the role in more detail.
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