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Business Manager Location: Kendal, Cumbria (with regular travel across Cumbria and to our site in Carlilse) Salary: £42,830 per annum, plus 9% pension contribution. Duration: Full-time (35 hrs per week) fixed term for 3 years (with possibility of extension). The role offers a unique opportunity to lead the business development and management of the Trust s consultancy (Cumbria Wildlife Consulting (CWC)) and commercial plant nursery, ensuring they together provide a high-quality integrated service, meet financial targets, and align with the Trust's mission to protect and restore Cumbria s natural environment, and inspire action. Since 2023, the Trust has run a semi-commercial nursery at its Gosling Sike site near Carlisle, providing local provenance, peat-free plug plants for use in our projects, but also selling to partner organisations. The Trust has recently secured funding to expand its operation, increasing capacity and enabling more efficient production. In addition to the above, the role will also build new, high-value strategic partnerships and business relationships with a focus on identifying and developing new business opportunities within the nature economy. What we are looking for: An individual who is enthusiastic and passionate about delivering nature s recovery in Cumbria, but who is also business-minded with a proven track record of working in a commercial environment. They should possess the relevant skills, experience and confidence to grow new business ventures, taking them to the next stage. Applicants should be self-motivated, organised and have experience of leading teams both remotely and in person. A full driving licence and access to a car with business use insurance are desirable. CV s will not be considered. To apply, please click on the link below. Cumbria Wildlife Trust is devoted to the conservation of the wildlife and wild places of Cumbria.
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