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Environment Bank

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11 - 50 employees

🌍 Social Impact

💰 Grant on 2015-01

Environment • Social Impact

Environment Bank is a leading provider of off-site Biodiversity Units, focused on combating biodiversity loss through privately funded nature recovery projects. With a national network of Habitat Banks, they generate high-integrity Biodiversity Units and Nature Shares to ensure effective implementation of Biodiversity Net Gain (BNG) legislation and support corporate natural capital markets. Environment Bank collaborates with farmers, landowners, and developers to create Habitat Banks, providing cost-effective solutions for developers needing off-site BNG planning. The company plays a crucial role in supporting environmental sustainability and private investment in nature restoration projects, offering stakeholders a share in nature recovery efforts.

📋 Description

• Take ownership of identifying, securing and delivering new Habitat Bank opportunities across the South of England, helping to accelerate nature recovery where it's needed most. • Work closely with the Head of Land (South) and collaborate with regional Land and Ecology colleagues to shape and deliver a strong pipeline of high-quality Habitat Bank projects. • Support and mentor Land Managers within the wider team, sharing knowledge and contributing to a collaborative, high-performing culture. • Build trusted relationships with landowners, farmers and land agents, identifying opportunities to create Habitat Banks that deliver long-term value for both the environment and our partners. • Develop a regional pipeline by proactively identifying and assessing land that aligns with Environment Bank's strategic priorities and biodiversity objectives. • Prioritise opportunities based on Biodiversity Net Gain (BNG) demand, market insights and commercial considerations, working closely with Sales and Finance teams to maximise impact. • Lead the end-to-end due diligence process, coordinating with Ecology, Habitat Delivery, Legal and Finance teams to evaluate site suitability and progress projects efficiently. • Oversee the planning and consenting process for Habitat Bank creation, ensuring projects move smoothly from initial opportunity through to delivery. • Prepare, present and negotiate commercial offers with landowners, balancing strong commercial judgement with a partnership-focused approach. • Guide landowners through every stage of the onboarding journey, providing clear communication, expert advice and an outstanding experience from first conversation through to contract completion. • Represent Environment Bank at regional and national events, building our profile within the rural community and inspiring landowners, farmers and agents to become part of the UK's nature recovery journey. • Act as an ambassador for Environment Bank, championing our mission and helping to establish long-lasting partnerships that create measurable biodiversity gains across the region.

🎯 Requirements

• Experience of working directly with farmers and landowners, in a professional capacity. • MRICS/CAAV or relevant professional qualifications are essential in this role. • Possess a working knowledge of Farm Business Tenancies and relevant environmental matters related to rural land management. • Proven ability of using Land Registry and other publicly available legal and land management data sources. • Excellent communication skills both verbal and written, including the ability to present to groups and engage with diverse stakeholders. • Organised and self-starting, capable of managing personal schedule, maintaining records, and prioritising tasks effectively. • Full UK clean driving license and willingness to travel for regional site visits and events. • Numerate and computer literate with a strong understanding of data analysis and manipulation.

🏖️ Benefits

• Performance-based annual bonus up to 10% of salary • Pension scheme with employer-matched contributions at 6% of salary • 30 days of annual leave, plus paid bank holidays, birthday, and wellbeing day • Option to purchase 5 additional days of annual leave after probation • Remote and hybrid flexible working options • Regional and departmental team co-working days • Expenses-paid whole company meet twice a year • Team fundraising and charity events • Ongoing career development with training and mentoring • Medical cash back scheme to cover everyday healthcare costs • Employee assistance mental wellbeing support • Enhanced sickness pay allowance