Technical Administrator - Forestry Location: Bristol with Hybrid working (40% Office based) Salary: £26,411 per Annum Position: Full-time, 37.5 hours per week. Permanent About our Organisation The Soil Association, formed in 1946, is the only UK charity which works across the spectrum of human health, the environment and animal welfare. That’s because we cannot tackle these issues in isolation. We campaign for change, we support farming innovation, we serve healthy food in communities, we support and grow the organic market, and we protect forests. We couldn't do any of this without our supporters, partners, donors and dedicated staff. We make a difference in the world where it’s needed the most. About the Opportunity The Forestry Technical team plays a vital role in supporting both the Forestry department and our global network of auditors, agents, and certificate holders. Our work is dynamic and varied, as we regularly respond to scheme owner changes through integration into our Quality Management Systems, training and calibrating our network and co-ordinating internal and external audits and findings to ensure consistent implementation and continuous improvement. We regularly collaborate with our scheme owners including FSC and PEFC to ensure that the certification standards are robust and implementable enabling us to increase our positive impact on responsible forest management through our certification activities. We are seeking a detail-oriented individual with administrative experience and ideally an interest in forestry to support the Technical team. This role involves assisting with technical service delivery, stakeholder communication, and the maintenance of our internal quality management system and database. About You You’re someone who cares deeply about making a positive impact and are inspired by our mission to promote responsible forest management through certification. With excellent attention to detail and a high level of accuracy, you take pride in completing tasks efficiently and on time. You’re organised, able to prioritise, work under pressure, and meet deadlines with confidence. Communication is one of your strengths—you’re clear, professional, and confident in both written and verbal interactions. You enjoy working collaboratively, sharing knowledge and supporting your colleagues to achieve shared goals. You have administrative experience and ideally an interest or experience in forestry or sustainability. Most importantly, you align with the values and vision of the Soil Association and eager to contribute to our technical work and wider impact. Our Benefits We offer a range of financial and lifestyle benefits to all our employees, including: 27 days annual holiday increasing to 30 days with length of service plus bank holidays (pro rata for part time) Pension scheme with ethical investment options and employer contribution increasing with length of service Free membership of the Soil Association and discounts on organic produce Volunteer days to give back to the local community or support green initiatives Family friendly policies and flexible working Cycle to work scheme Sociable and engaging workplace of professionals that share a passion for healthy, sustainable lifestyle and produce To Apply Click ‘apply now’ to submit your application form. Please note we look at applications on arrival and reserve the right to close this vacancy early. Please check your junk/spam folder if you do not receive a confirmation email upon submitting your application. All candidates will subsequently receive an email to confirm whether they have made it through to interview stage. For any queries, please contact recruitment@soilassociation.org Please note we do not accept CVs or Cover Letters. We know the value of diversity in nature and want it in our organisation. We recognise that diverse backgrounds and experiences will bring a fresh perspective to our work. If you're not sure about applying, please get in touch with us for a chat. Thank you for your interest in supporting our work at the Soil Association.