Conservation Projects Manager South East Maternity Cover; Bumblebee Conservation Trust

Lead meaningful conservation action and help secure a future where bumblebees thrive.

The Bumblebee Conservation Trust is seeking an experienced and motivated Conservation Projects Manager to lead the delivery of impactful conservation programmes across South East England. This is an exciting opportunity to join a passionate organisation at the forefront of pollinator conservation and play a key role in protecting and restoring habitats for some of the UK's most important species.

Location:

Home-based, ideally in London, Kent or East Sussex
Salary:
Starting salary £29,274 plus London Weighting Allowance (where applicable)

Hours:

35 hours per week, full-time

Contract:

12-month fixed-term contract (maternity cover)

As Conservation Projects Manager, you will oversee a portfolio of established conservation projects, ensuring successful delivery against objectives, budgets and funding requirements. You will provide leadership and support to project staff, consultants and volunteers, helping them to deliver high-quality habitat management, monitoring and engagement activities across the region.

Working with a wide range of stakeholders, including funders, landowners, local authorities, businesses and environmental organisations, you will build and maintain strong partnerships that drive positive outcomes for bumblebees and wider biodiversity. You will also identify opportunities to strengthen collaboration and support future conservation initiatives.

This role combines strategic oversight with practical conservation delivery. From managing project performance and risk to supporting site visits, habitat management advice and data collection, you will play a central role in ensuring projects achieve lasting environmental impact. You will also represent the Trust externally, promoting our work through meetings, events, public engagement activities and stakeholder communications.

We're looking for someone with substantial experience managing large-scale conservation projects and leading remote teams. You'll be an excellent organiser, confident communicator and relationship-builder, with a strong understanding of nature conservation, habitat management and ecological restoration. A passion for helping people connect with nature and a commitment to collaborative working are essential.

The Bumblebee Conservation Trust's vision is a world where bumblebees are thriving and valued by everyone. If you want to use your skills to help reverse species decline, inspire action and deliver real conservation outcomes, we'd love to hear from you.

Applications must be received by 5.00pm on 26 October 2026.

Join us in leading the fight to secure the future of bumblebees.