Rural Biodiversity and Conservation Adviser at The Crown Estate in Old Windsor, England, United Kingdom | Kablio

Role

Description

nature recovery

project delivery

farmer collaboration

statutory compliance

progress reporting

stakeholder engagement

The adviser will develop and deliver an ambitious programme of practical nature recovery projects across agricultural landscapes. This includes working closely with tenant farmers and managing agents to support sustainable, regenerative food production and ensuring the Estate meets its statutory duties, such as protecting sites and contributing to national targets like the Environment Act Habitat Targets and the ‘30 by 30’ goal. Progress will be measured and outcomes showcased.

Develop and deliver nature recovery projects in agricultural landscapes.
Collaborate with tenant farmers and managing agents to promote sustainable, regenerative food production.
Ensure compliance with statutory duties, protected sites, and national environmental targets (e.g., Environment Act Habitat Targets, ‘30 by 30’).
Measure project progress and communicate impactful outcomes.
Provide a flexible, inclusive work environment with support for disability accommodations.

Requirements

farmland conservation

ecology

project management

high‑performance

enthusiasm

commitment

The role requires experience in farmland conservation and deep knowledge of farmland ecology, with the ability to manage multiple complex projects in a high‑performance environment. Candidates should bring enthusiasm, expertise, and a commitment to making a difference.

Require expertise in farmland conservation and ecology, and ability to manage multiple complex projects.

Benefits

Joining The Crown Estate means purpose‑driven work where every project contributes to nature recovery and more resilient agricultural landscapes. You’ll collaborate with tenant farmers, conservation professionals, communities and passionate colleagues, while accessing training, industry qualifications and opportunities to lead innovative projects. We also value flexibility, wellbeing and aim to position the Estate as a leader in sustainable land management.

The Crown Estate offers a competitive salary, pension, performance‑related bonus, market‑leading family policies, shopping discounts, private healthcare, life and critical illness cover, and 28 days holiday with the option to buy more, emphasizing work‑life balance and wellbeing. We welcome applications from all backgrounds, are a disability‑confident employer, and can provide alternative application methods or adjustments. For any recruitment queries, contact [email protected].

Offer competitive salary, pension, performance bonus, private healthcare, extensive family policies, shopping discounts, life and critical illness cover, and 28 days holiday (plus buy‑in option).

Training + Development

Information not given or found

Interview process

Information not given or found

Visa Sponsorship

Information not given or found

Security clearance

Information not given or found

Company

Overview

£15.8 billion

Asset Base

The company manages a substantial financial portfolio worth £15.8 billion.

£742.6 million

Annual Revenue

Its annual revenue reached £742.6 million in 2023.

185,000 acres

Rural Holdings

The company owns and manages over 185,000 acres of farmland, forests, and minerals.

Born from an Act of Parliament in 1760, it has evolved into a modern steward of land, property, and seabed across the UK.
Its portfolio spans rural acres of farmland, forests, and minerals; iconic urban hubs like Regent Street and St James’s; and marine seabed rights.
It develops and regenerates places—mixing science parks, housing, and leisure destinations—bringing new life to towns and cities.
It is a power player in offshore wind and marine energy, managing seabed leasing and supporting floating windfarms.
Its urban precincts—West End, regional retail, workplaces, and residences—combine heritage with modern development.
Unique among landowners, it manages Windsor Great Park and the Windsor Estate, blending conservation with commercial use.
A distinctive model: it operates commercially and returns all profit to the Treasury while working in the national interest.

Culture + Values

Caring. We look after the world around us and each other. We treat people, places and the environment with care.
Together. We work together and with others to deliver on our purpose. We focus on understanding the real needs of those around us.
Creative. Creativity enables us to unlock new ideas and solve problems. We embrace original thinking and the best ideas.
Impactful. Positive impact and financial performance go hand in hand. We align our actions with our purpose and make a difference.

Environment + Sustainability

15% Reduction

Energy Consumption

Achieved a 15% reduction in energy consumption in 2023/24 compared to the 2021/22 baseline.

11.8 GW

Offshore Wind Capacity

Operational offshore wind capacity is sufficient to power nearly 11 million homes.

300 km hedgerows

Afforestation Efforts

Planted 300 km of new hedgerows and 280 hectares of woodland as part of environmental restoration initiatives.

£20 million

Rural Environment Fund

Invested £20 million in environmental restoration and rural development programs.

Supports carbon capture and storage via seabed leasing, aligned with UK government’s Sixth Carbon Budget, aiming for four active CO₂ storage sites by 2030.
Seagrass, oyster, kelp, and native oyster restoration supported via Whole-of-Seabed and OWEC programmes.
Net zero target aligns with UK’s 2050 goal; net zero update published in April 2025, featuring science-based emissions-reduction targets.

Inclusion & Diversity

Representative Diversity & Inclusion group focused on eliminating systemic bias, race/ethnicity/culture, LGBT+, gender, and accessibility.
Disability Confident Level 2 employer with guaranteed interview scheme for disabled candidates.
Focus on increasing representation of Black and Asian communities and LGBT+ at senior leadership.
Gender equality awareness and action on inequality, bias, identity.
Accessibility partnerships with AccessAble, Purple and Business Disability Forum; developing accessibility guides for destinations.

Articles

Annual Report & Press Releases

Offshore Wind Projects

Windsor Estate Overview

Property & Places – Urban Projects

Marine – Carbon Capture & Storage

Role

Description

nature recovery

project delivery

farmer collaboration

statutory compliance

progress reporting

stakeholder engagement

Develop and deliver nature recovery projects in agricultural landscapes.
Collaborate with tenant farmers and managing agents to promote sustainable, regenerative food production.
Ensure compliance with statutory duties, protected sites, and national environmental targets (e.g., Environment Act Habitat Targets, ‘30 by 30’).
Measure project progress and communicate impactful outcomes.
Provide a flexible, inclusive work environment with support for disability accommodations.

Requirements

farmland conservation

ecology

project management

high‑performance

enthusiasm

commitment

Require expertise in farmland conservation and ecology, and ability to manage multiple complex projects.

Benefits

Offer competitive salary, pension, performance bonus, private healthcare, extensive family policies, shopping discounts, life and critical illness cover, and 28 days holiday (plus buy‑in option).

Training + Development

Information not given or found

Interview process

Information not given or found

Visa Sponsorship

Information not given or found

Security clearance

Information not given or found

Company

Overview

£15.8 billion

Asset Base

The company manages a substantial financial portfolio worth £15.8 billion.

£742.6 million

Annual Revenue

Its annual revenue reached £742.6 million in 2023.

185,000 acres

Rural Holdings

The company owns and manages over 185,000 acres of farmland, forests, and minerals.

Born from an Act of Parliament in 1760, it has evolved into a modern steward of land, property, and seabed across the UK.
Its portfolio spans rural acres of farmland, forests, and minerals; iconic urban hubs like Regent Street and St James’s; and marine seabed rights.
It develops and regenerates places—mixing science parks, housing, and leisure destinations—bringing new life to towns and cities.
It is a power player in offshore wind and marine energy, managing seabed leasing and supporting floating windfarms.
Its urban precincts—West End, regional retail, workplaces, and residences—combine heritage with modern development.
Unique among landowners, it manages Windsor Great Park and the Windsor Estate, blending conservation with commercial use.
A distinctive model: it operates commercially and returns all profit to the Treasury while working in the national interest.

Culture + Values

Caring. We look after the world around us and each other. We treat people, places and the environment with care.
Together. We work together and with others to deliver on our purpose. We focus on understanding the real needs of those around us.
Creative. Creativity enables us to unlock new ideas and solve problems. We embrace original thinking and the best ideas.
Impactful. Positive impact and financial performance go hand in hand. We align our actions with our purpose and make a difference.

Environment + Sustainability

15% Reduction

Energy Consumption

Achieved a 15% reduction in energy consumption in 2023/24 compared to the 2021/22 baseline.

11.8 GW

Offshore Wind Capacity

Operational offshore wind capacity is sufficient to power nearly 11 million homes.

300 km hedgerows

Afforestation Efforts

Planted 300 km of new hedgerows and 280 hectares of woodland as part of environmental restoration initiatives.

£20 million

Rural Environment Fund

Invested £20 million in environmental restoration and rural development programs.

Supports carbon capture and storage via seabed leasing, aligned with UK government’s Sixth Carbon Budget, aiming for four active CO₂ storage sites by 2030.
Seagrass, oyster, kelp, and native oyster restoration supported via Whole-of-Seabed and OWEC programmes.
Net zero target aligns with UK’s 2050 goal; net zero update published in April 2025, featuring science-based emissions-reduction targets.

Inclusion & Diversity

Representative Diversity & Inclusion group focused on eliminating systemic bias, race/ethnicity/culture, LGBT+, gender, and accessibility.
Disability Confident Level 2 employer with guaranteed interview scheme for disabled candidates.
Focus on increasing representation of Black and Asian communities and LGBT+ at senior leadership.
Gender equality awareness and action on inequality, bias, identity.
Accessibility partnerships with AccessAble, Purple and Business Disability Forum; developing accessibility guides for destinations.

Articles

Annual Report & Press Releases

Offshore Wind Projects

Windsor Estate Overview

Property & Places – Urban Projects

Marine – Carbon Capture & Storage