Development Manager – Climate & Landscape

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.

Soil Association Certification offers a huge range of organic and sustainable certification
schemes across food, farming, catering, health and beauty, textiles and forestry which are
recognised and trusted by consumers and businesses around the world. We’re the UK’s leading
organic certifier – you’ll find our symbol on over 70% of organic products.

About the Opportunity

You will lead in the development of new nature-based solution assurance schemes within an
exciting new team of dedicated professionals. Working collaboratively with SA Group and our
global partners and stakeholders to develop efficiencies and onboard new schemes. Soil
Association Certification’s Climate and Landscape team deliver verification of nature-based
solutions and responsible supply chains. We are the leading Validation and Verification body
for nature-based solutions in the UK and are expanding our scope overseas to help deliver
impact and address the climate and biodiversity emergencies.

About You

You will have:

• Enthusiasm and drive to address the Climate and Biodiversity emergencies
• Experience in land management, forestry, conservation or commodity sectors.
• Knowledge of project/client/customer management.
• Experience of training/ mentoring/ coaching others.
• Understanding of the principles of sustainable/ regenerative land management, biodiversity
  restoration and/or natural capital/ carbon/ ecosystem markets.

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
• 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

Hours

37.5 hours per week
Permanent

Location

Home-Based