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Project Manager - Natural Environment Charities

The City of London Corporation

City of London, Greater London (Hybrid)

£54,470 - £61,840 per annum inclusive of all allowances

Full-time

Permanent

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About Us

The City of London manages over 11,000 acres of stunning open spaces including 58,000 ancient trees, six Sites of Special Scientific Interest and three National Nature Reserves within and around the M25 including Hampstead Heath, Epping Forest, Burnham Beeches and many others. As well as being managed as the Natural Environment department of the City of London, these spaces also form eight registered charities, which are currently subject to a high profile and wide-ranging review.

The Natural Environment Charity Review aims to ensure that each charity is well managed and governed and achieves maximum impact for its beneficiaries, and to ensure that the City Corporation, in its capacity as charity Trustee, meets its legal duties and adheres to best practice set out by regulatory bodies. As we move from planning to implementation phases of this ambitious project we seek two outstanding individuals bringing project management and delivery; and business management and financial planning to this cross-corporation team.

About the Role

We are seeking an experienced and strategic Charity Development Project Manager to support the Assistant Director – Charity Development in the next stages of the Natural Environment Charity Review (NECR). This role will involve both high-level project planning and direct management of specific projects within the overall review. The successful candidate will play a key role in implementing the NECR’s recommendations and ensuring appropriate support, measures, and monitoring are in place across the eight Natural Environment Charities.

This position requires strong collaboration with expert officers across the City of London Corporation and charity stakeholders to develop corporate charity policy, governance frameworks, and business management strategies while promoting best practices in charity management.

About the Natural Environment Charities

• Ashtead Common (1051510)

• Burnham Beeches & Stoke Common (232987)

• Coulsdon & Other Commons (232989)

• Epping Forest (232990)

• Hampstead Heath (803392)

• Highgate Wood and Queen’s Park Kilburn (232986)

• West Ham Park (206948)

• West Wickham Common and Spring Park Wood (232988)

Key Responsibilities

The Charity Development Review Project Manager will lead the local delivery of the NECR by designing and overseeing key project themes and monitoring dependencies. They will establish risk registers and project measures while implementing new charity policy frameworks, such as Ethics Policies and Due Diligence guidelines, in collaboration with expert officers. The role includes directing and managing charity-specific training for key officers and ensuring smooth implementation of NECR interventions.

Additionally, the postholder will develop service level agreements (SLAs) with internal support units, manage land and property anomaly projects (such as Warren House), and contribute to the refresh of the Natural Environment identity. They will also work closely with the NE Business Manager and Transformation Teams to develop sponsorship and funding initiatives. The successful candidate will oversee information systems, ensuring process efficiency and improved fundraising potential.

The role requires regular reporting to Members and Chief Officers, leading on risk management and ensuring all charity policies are effectively communicated and implemented. Liaising with expert finance and legal officers, the postholder will ensure that policy development and training needs are met in alignment with corporate objectives. They will also stay updated on sector trends, charity best practices, and evolving regulatory frameworks.

About You

• Proven experience in project management, charity governance, and policy development.

• Strong understanding of charity finance, compliance, and strategic planning.

• Excellent leadership and stakeholder engagement skills.

• Experience in managing multiple projects and delivering measurable outcomes.

• Ability to analyse and implement best practices from the charity sector.

• Strong problem-solving and risk management abilities.

• Proficiency in developing and maintaining SLAs and corporate policies.

Why Join Us?

• Opportunity to lead high-impact projects influencing the future of open space charities.

• Work within a prestigious organisation dedicated to environmental preservation.

• Collaborate with expert officers and charity professionals.

• Competitive salary and benefits package.

If you are a strategic thinker with a passion for charity development and project management, we encourage you to apply.

To apply online please click the Apply online button below.

The City of London Corporation is committed to Equal Opportunities and welcomes applications from all sections of the community.

This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act and as part of the selection process the successful applicant will be required to obtain a Disclosure & Barring Service check.

Closing date: 17 March 2025.

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Head Gardener

The Royal Parks

Greater London (On-site)

£32,666 - £36,921 per year

Full-time

Permanent

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The Organisation

The Royal Parks (TRP) is a charity created in March 2017. We manage over 5,000 acres of diverse parkland, rare habitats and historic buildings and monuments in eight Royal Parks across London. These are Hyde Park, Kensington Gardens, The Green Park, St James’s Park, The Regent's Park and Primrose Hill, Greenwich Park, Richmond Park and Bushy Park.

We also manage other important public spaces including Brompton Cemetery and Victoria Tower Gardens. Our eight Royal Parks and other iconic green spaces are among the most visited attractions in the UK with 77 million visits every year.

We are now looking for a Head Gardener to join us on a full-time, permanent basis.

It’s approximately an 80% practical work so opportunities for remote working are limited

The Benefits

Salary of £32,666 - £36,921 per annum, depending on experience
26 days' annual leave plus public holidays, increasing to 29 days after 3 years’ service
Pension scheme (3% employee contribution; up to 10% employer contribution)
Private medical insurance and healthcare cash plan
Employee assistance programme and access to mental health first aiders
Learning and development opportunities
Cycle to work scheme
Offices in a beautiful location

This is an incredible opportunity for a skilled, passionate and qualified horticulturist with an excellent leadership style and a strong grasp of H&S to join our renowned organisation.

In this critical role, you’ll have the chance to work in breathtaking surroundings as you manage horticulture across two of our most recognisable parks, The Regent’s Park and Primrose Hill. From the vibrant floral displays of Queen Mary’s Gardens to the sweeping views of Primrose Hill, you will contribute to a legacy of conservation, sustainability and community engagement.

With the second largest footprint after Richmond Park, the gardens within The Regent’s Park are considered some of the highest quality gardens in the Royal Parks’ portfolio. The parks also include a wide range of habitats and wildlife.

So, if you’re ready to take the lead in some of London’s most prestigious green spaces and make a lasting impact, we’d love to hear from you!

The Role

As one of our Head Gardeners, you will lead the delivery of high-quality horticultural maintenance and conservation projects across The Regent’s Park and Primrose Hill.

You will oversee a Horticultural Resource Team and volunteers, ensuring the effective maintenance and enhancement of key horticultural features, including the planting and tending to establishment of a new high profile two-acre public garden.

Supporting the Assistant Park Manager in implementing landscape management plans, you will plan and deliver horticultural maintenance, ensuring the highest presentation standards, and overseeing seasonal and permanent planting schemes.

Engaging closely with apprentices and volunteers, you will provide guidance and training to enhance their development, while also working collaboratively with contractors and other teams to support landscape projects and maintenance activities.

Additionally, you will:

- Manage plant records
- Support biodiversity and sustainability initiatives
- Manage horticultural volunteers
- Oversee the procurement and maintenance of horticultural tools, PPE, and sustainable resources
- Assist in planning and delivering community and corporate volunteer days

About You

To be considered as our Head Gardener, you will need:

Practical horticultural experience, ideally in a public park or publicly accessible garden
Good knowledge of Health & Safety in the workplace
Good knowledge of horticultural plant and machinery operations
Excellent plant knowledge
Excellent leadership, motivational and communication skills
A formal horticultural qualification e.g. National Certificate in Horticulture, National Diploma, NVQ Level 3 (amenity horticulture) or RHS, or equivalent experience with a minimum of three years’ leading teams
A full, valid driving licence

Other organisations may call this role Estate Grounds Manager, Grounds Maintenance Manager, Lead Gardener, Senior Horticulturist, or Landscape Manager.

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The Royal Parks is strongly committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace and is an equal opportunities employer. We value diversity and encourage applications from candidates from all backgrounds. We believe that the more inclusive we are, the better our work will be. Please visit our website to find out more on our approach to Equality, Diversity and Inclusion.

So, if you are interested in this unique opportunity as a Head Gardener, please apply via the button shown. Successful candidates will be appointed on merit.

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