Forestry and Land Scotland
Agriculture Estate Manager (FLS)
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Agriculture Estate Manager
We're looking for an Agriculture Estate Manager to join our Estate Development team within the Commercial Development Directorate. This national role is based in Edinburgh or Inverness, with flexibility to be based at another Forestry and Land Scotland office by agreement and travel throughout Scotland as part of the role.
Forestry and Land Scotland (FLS) manages around 9% of Scotland's land area, playing a vital role in the country's environmental, social and economic wellbeing. Alongside forestry, approximately 25,000 hectares of Scotland's national forests and land are managed for agriculture through a diverse portfolio of agricultural tenancies and agreements. As we deliver our Agriculture Programme, we are seeking an experienced agricultural professional to help shape the future of agricultural land management across the national estate.
Role Description
As an Agriculture Estate Manager, you will play a leading role in further developing, implementing and managing FLS's Agriculture Programme. Working within the national Estate Development team, you will:
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- Coordinate the delivery of strategic agricultural objectives
- Oversee agricultural asset and agreement management delivered regionally
- Manage programme budgets
- Support the development of long-term asset management plans for equipped farms
- Act as the organisation's agriculture specialist, providing expert advice across FLS
- Work with colleagues across various functions including planning and environment
- Manage key stakeholder relationships
- Represent FLS with external partners including Scottish Government and industry groups
Requirements
To be successful, you'll bring:
- Substantial agricultural knowledge and experience
- Strong understanding of agricultural agreements, asset management and the application of agricultural and land reform legislation in Scotland
- Experience managing budgets
- Experience developing effective landlord and tenant relationships
- Experience engaging confidently with a wide range of stakeholders
- Strong communication, influencing and negotiation skills
- Ability to think strategically and deliver outcomes through collaboration
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A degree (or equivalent) in agriculture or a related subject, or equivalent relevant experience, is required. Experience of programme or project management, integrated land management, farm asset planning, GIS systems or relevant professional membership would be advantageous.
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If this sounds like a role you're interested in, we'd encourage you to apply with your CV and covering letter. Please ensure you provide evidence of the essential and desirable criteria detailed in the attached job description and success profile document.
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