Regional Manager Rocky Mountains

At Land Life, our ambition is not just to create positive change, but to inspire it. We’re on a mission to restore our planet’s 2 billion acres of degraded land, by planting the right trees, at the right time, and in the right place; leveraging technology every step of the way; and unlocking carbon and other new markets to fund this work. Our team is global, our impact is significant, and now we’re looking for a Regional Manager who will join our US team and possesses a diverse set of skills. This is an opportunity to make a direct, positive impact for local communities, biodiversity and to use nature-based solutions to mitigate and adapt our planet to climate change.
Together, we create impact you can see. 

THIS IS US

Land Life is an international scale-up with over 10 years of experience in nature restoration. Last year we planted 3.5 million trees worldwide and were recognised as an UpLink Top Innovator at the 2024 World Economic Forum in Davos. Read more about Land Life on our website, and our statement of values on our LinkedIn profile.

THE ROLE

This year, in North America we aim to restore more than 3,000 acres of forest lost to wildfires. We are expanding our impact, projecting growth to 25,000 acres of restoration annually in the next 5 years. At the heart of our efforts in North America is a dedicated team of 6 professionals, set to grow to 10-15 staff in the next 18 months. This team works together to foster collaboration with local communities and partners; engage public and private landowners to implement high-quality, nature restoration; and partner with major companies and investors to unlock private markets to restore nature.

As the Regional Manager overseeing the Rocky Mountains, you play a pivotal role in the inception and execution of projects from start to finish. Serving as the primary point of contact for inquiries pertaining to the region, you play a crucial role in translating the overarching company strategy into a tailored regional approach, assuming full accountability for its successful execution.

While you primarily operate autonomously, you actively collaborate with your counterparts within the North America team to ensure alignment and synergy across projects. Additionally, support from headquarters personnel is readily available to assist you as needed. You report to the Director North America.

Other than that, you will:

• Develop, execute and monitor the regional strategy together with the Regional Director to continuously balance the supply and demand from customers, and lead growth.
• Set up and manage contracts with partner organizations, gain approval from relevant functions within Land Life.
• Build a pipeline of land supply for nature restoration projects.
• Proactively develop and maintain a network of stakeholders in the region.
• Successfully implement and complete nature restoration projects.
• Create and manage project budgets and timelines.
• Manage and develop employees within the regional team in order to have and keep well-functioning and motivated employees who perform at the best of their potential

WHAT’S IN IT FOR YOU?

• Work in a highly engaged, rapidly growing international nature restoration company towards impact you can see.
• Expected salary range of $109,000-$157,000 (this range can shift pending experience, qualifications and location of the position)
• 20 days vacation & 10 holidays
• Continuation of full salary payment during the first 26 weeks of any extended illness
• Coverage of up to 100% of health insurance
• 401K with 3% contribution from Land Life – no match or vesting required
• Bonus structure (to be discussed during interview process)

THIS IS YOU:

• 10+ years of demonstrated work experience in project management or implementation within a relevant field, with a preference for forestry or carbon-related industries
• Experience in developing strategic initiatives and effectively translating them into actionable plans within complex and uncertain environments.
• Strong pre-existing network within the Rocky Mountains region or ability to grow current network, encompassing key stakeholders such as landowners, project developers, nurseries, universities, contractors, and other relevant parties.
• Strong contracting skills, including negotiation, drafting, and managing contracts, to facilitate smooth project implementation and stakeholder engagement.

The role is located in the Greater Colorado area and includes frequent travel to local project sites and occasional (international) travel to other project areas of Land Life.

EEO STATEMENT

Land Life is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE). All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, status as a protected veteran, status as an individual with a disability, or other applicable legally protected characteristics. We know we are better when there is diverse representation, experience and thinking in our organization. That’s why we are committed to nondiscrimination, inclusion and equal opportunity and actively seek a diverse pool of candidates in this search. We encourage women, non-traditional leaders, people of color, and people from underrepresented groups to apply. If you need special accommodations to apply please let us know.