Overview
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Closing date: 28 September 2025
Countryside Assistant Manager - Lead Boldly, Deliver Projects, Make Nature Thrive
Are you ready to shape how Derbyshire connects with its countryside through impactful project delivery?
We’re seeking a proactive and imaginative Countryside Assistant Manager to lead on the planning and delivery of key countryside projects. This role is ideal for someone who thrives on variety, enjoys working across teams and partnerships, and is passionate about making a tangible difference to our natural spaces.
You’ll be at the heart of our countryside operations, managing projects that enhance biodiversity, improve visitor experiences, and support community engagement. From developing funding bids to coordinating contractors and liaising with stakeholders, you’ll ensure our countryside sites continue to thrive.
While this role is not primarily focused on team leadership, you’ll provide occasional supervisory support when covering for other managers, ensuring continuity and collaboration across the service.
Why this role stands out:
* You’ll lead and deliver innovative countryside projects that support climate, wellbeing, and conservation goals.
* You’ll work closely with the enterprise team and external partners to unlock funding and deliver shared objectives.
* You’ll help shape the future of Derbyshire’s countryside through strategic planning and hands-on delivery.
* You’ll be part of a passionate, forward-thinking team that values creativity, accountability, and community impact.
Responsibilities
* Lead on the planning and delivery of key countryside projects, including developing funding bids, coordinating contractors, and liaising with stakeholders.
* Manage projects that enhance biodiversity, improve visitor experiences, and support community engagement.
* Provide occasional supervisory support when covering for other managers to ensure continuity and collaboration across the service.
* Collaborate with the enterprise team and external partners to unlock funding and deliver shared objectives.
Qualifications
* Experience in countryside or land management, with a proven track record in project delivery.
* Ability to manage budgets, write funding applications, and coordinate contractors and consultants.
* Strong partnership building and stakeholder communication skills.
* Passion for nature, heritage, and delivering results that benefit people and place.
What we offer
* Generous Annual Leave Scheme: 27 days rising to 32 after 5 years service, plus Bank Holidays.
* Flexi Time Scheme: Up to two days flexi leave every four weeks (pro rata for part-time).
* Local Government Pension Scheme; Wellbeing Support Framework; Training and Development; Cycle to Work; Electric/Plug-in Hybrid Vehicle Salary Sacrifice; Derbyshire Rewards; and more.
Provisional Interview Date: Wednesday 8 October 2025
We really look forward to hearing from you!
How to apply
Please read the job and person profile to help you complete your application. Submit your CV and a supporting statement (three sides of A4 maximum) outlining your suitability for the role, and how your experience aligns with the key responsibilities and requirements set out in the attached Job and Person Profile.
For more information, email Mark.Hudson@derbyshire.gov.uk.
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