Job Description
Job Opportunity: Senior Membership Recruiter - Forestry EnglandLocation: High Lodge Thetford Forest(own transport required)Hourly Rate: £13.50 per hour, Real Living Wage, Guaranteed Weekly PayHours: 20.5 hours per week starting (possibility of up to 32 hours per week in the summer)Minimum 3 shifts per week, including Saturday & Sunday, plus one weekdayRole Duration: April - End of SeptemberAbout Forestry England:Forestry England cares for and manages over 1500 forests across the country, offering the public the opportunity to explore and enjoy these natural wonders through national membership. High Lodge is a safe space in nature for every generation to escape and be free. Providing opportunities for adventure and exploration with a range of exciting activities around every corner.
With play areas dotted around the forest, beautiful walking trails winding through the trees and waymarked cycling trails for all.The Role:We are looking for a passionate Senior Membership Recruiter to join our team. Your main responsibility will be to increase Forestry Englands financial resources by recruiting new members. As a Senior Recruiter, you will play a crucial role in managing the onsite membership program, ensuring smooth operations, and inspiring visitors to become members of Forestry England.This is a contract role through the external staffing agency Inspired People, assigned to Forestry England.Key Responsibilities:Inspire visitors to become Forestry England members (local or national membership).Build strong working relationships with onsite staff, understanding the forests features and Forestry Englands programs.Oversee day-to-day operations of the membership program, including placement strategy and coordinating 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 Englands 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 program.About You:Strong commitment to Forestry Englands core values.Confident and approachable, able to initiate conversations with visitors.Ability to meet membership targets and handle objections.Excellent communication skills, with the ability to build rapport with diverse people.Enthusiastic and motivated to promote Forestry Englands 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 organization that is helping to protect and grow Englands forests.Please note if you are successfully shortlisted to interview, you will need to be available for an in person interview on Thursday 24th April.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 nations forests, or alternatively call Christie on 01275 370 320 (Option 1) to discuss the role in more detail!TPBN1_UKTJ