Countryside Manager (2 Posts)

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Join us a Countryside Manager – Lead the Future of Derbyshire’s Green Spaces

Are you a visionary leader who thrives where strategy meets the great outdoors?

We’re on the lookout for Countryside Managers to take the reins of one of the most exciting and impactful countryside services in the UK. This is your chance to shape the future of Derbyshire’s natural and cultural heritage - while driving innovation, sustainability, and community impact.

You’ll lead a talented team delivering bold business plans across our parks, green spaces, and heritage sites. From biodiversity and nature recovery to destination development, social enterprise, and land stewardship - this role is about making things happen at scale.

What makes this role special?

• You’ll be at the heart of strategic planning and transformation
• You’ll work with everyone from local communities to national agencies
• You’ll blend environmental leadership with commercial thinking
• You’ll help shape policy, partnerships, and place-making across Derbyshire

We’re looking for someone who:

• Can lead with purpose, clarity, and creativity
• Has experience managing large teams and complex projects
• Understands how to balance ecology, economy, and community
• Can turn big ideas into real-world results

Whether you’re from local government, the environmental sector, or a mission-driven business - if you’ve got the vision and the drive, we want to hear from you.

Want to chat about the role? Please email Richard Bonner at richard.bonner@derbyshire.gov.uk 

Ready to apply?

Please read the job and person profile to help you complete your application. Please detail how you meet the skills and experience we are looking for in a supporting statement, which should accompany your CV. 

We believe that hard work and commitment should be rewarded, and we offer:

• Generous Annual Leave Scheme (27 days increasing to 32 days after 5 years’ service): Ensuring a healthy work-life balance.
• Flexi Time Scheme: Up to two days flexi leave every four weeks (pro rata for part-time employees), subject to service needs.
• Local Government Pension Scheme: Providing financial security.
• Wellbeing Support Framework: Includes OH physician services, fast track physiotherapy and confidential psychological support services.
• Training and Development: Opportunities for professional qualifications and ongoing training.
• Cycle to Work Scheme: Promoting a healthy lifestyle.
• Electric/Plug-in Hybrid Vehicle Salary Sacrifice Scheme: Encouraging environmentally friendly commuting options.
• Our Derbyshire Rewards: a package of benefits and discounts.
• & much more

Closing Date: Sunday 29th June 2025

Provisional Interview Date: Week Commencing 7th July 2025

We really look forward to hearing from you!

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Apply now and take the first step towards a fulfilling career with us! By joining Derbyshire County Council you will have access to a range of amazing rewards and employee benefits, including our generous annual leave scheme, excellent local government pension and fantastic employee discounts. To discover more detail about the rewards and benefits available to you, click here

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This role currently offers hybrid working options which will be to subject service needs, there'll be an opportunity to discuss working arrangements for this position at interview.

We welcome applications from individuals who share our values — being Collaborative, Innovative, Empowered and Accountable. These values describe who we are and what we stand for as a council. They help shape our culture, encourage consistent behaviour and guide how we work together to make a positive difference for both our employees and the residents we serve.