Farm & Ecology Adviser

Cornwall Wildlife Trust is currently recruiting a Farm Adviser to work with farmers and landowners across Cornwall to encourage and support sustainable land management practices and habitat enhancement or creation, while promoting food production.

It’s a very exciting time to work in the farm advice sector with the positive changes that are happening through Environmental Land Management Schemes and environmental funding opportunities. Would you like to work at the forefront of this change and help support farmers and landowners with the agricultural transition? ​

What is a Farm Adviser? At Cornwall Wildlife Trust we believe that there are many people working in environmental jobs that have the skills needed to be a Farm Adviser (including Ecologists, Agroecologists and Agronomists) currently working on public sector, private development project or agricultural enterprises. If you are a professional wondering if you could apply your experience to help support the transition to sustainable farming across our wider countryside (in Cornwall over 70% of the land is within agricultural ownership) then this opportunity could be of interest.

This role can be 4 days (30 hours) or 5 days a week (full-time 37.5 hours per week).

Benefits:

• Cornwall Wildlife Trust operates excellent toil and flexible working policies
• Enhanced company holiday entitlement – starting at 25 days plus bank holidays and rising to a maximum 30 days over a period of time (1 day extra for each year worked after 4 complete years served)
• Christmas Business Closure for 2026
• All employees have access to the Employee Assistance Programme (24/7 counselling service) and Employee health and wellbeing portal
• Free onsite parking at Five Acres
• Stakeholder pension scheme (subject to eligibility)

Closing date: Midnight on Sunday 27 September 2026.

We reserve the right to close the vacancy before the closing date if we receive suitable applicants.

Interviews are planned to take place on Thursday 8 October 2026, this can be subject to change.

Disability confident employer:

At Cornwall Wildlife Trust, we are dedicated to fostering an inclusive workplace that values diversity and champions the unique talents of every individual. As a proud Disability Confident Employer, we are committed to creating an environment where everyone, regardless of ability, can thrive and contribute to our collective success.

As part of our commitment to accessibility, we offer alternative formats for the application process, ensuring that individuals with varying needs can apply with ease. Whether you prefer an alternative application form, Braille, large print, or any other format that suits your requirements, we are here to accommodate you.

Moreover, our interview process is designed to be supportive and considerate. We understand that everyone has different requirements, and we are committed to making reasonable adjustments to ensure a comfortable and accessible interview experience. If you have specific needs or preferences, please let us know in advance, and we will do our utmost to accommodate them.

By choosing to be part of our team, you are joining an organisation that prioritises inclusivity and values the unique contributions of every team member. We celebrate diversity and recognise that our differences make us stronger. Apply now to embark on a journey with us, where your abilities are celebrated, and your individuality is embraced.

Equal opportunities:

We are committed to ensuring transparent and non-discriminatory recruitment and employment. As a progressive charitable organisation, we champion equal opportunities and welcome applications from all sections of the community, regardless of any protected characteristic.