Operations Director

Foundation for Common Land

Ambleside, Cumbria
£47,000 - £55,000 FTE depending on skills and experience
Part Time • Fixed Term
Closing on Wed, 24th Sep 2025

Conservation & WildlifeFood, Farming & Horticulture


Help shape the future of England’s common land

We’re the only charity in England dedicated to protecting and enhancing common land and supporting the tradition of sustainable pastoral commoning. Fresh from completing a landmark £3.1 million National Lottery project, we’re growing fast — and we’re looking for our first Operations Director to help us scale up our impact.

You’ll lead on operational strategy, build strong systems and processes, and make sure our small but talented team has what they need to deliver their best work. If you’re an experienced, adaptable leader who thrives in a small charity and cares about landscapes, heritage, and community, we’d love to hear from you.

Role: 0.8 FTE fixed 2 year contract extendable subject to funding.

Deadline for applications: 24th September 2025

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About Foundation For Common Land

The Foundation for Common Land’s purpose is both to conserve the cultural landscapes associated with Commoning and enhance the natural assets of Common Land for the benefit of the public. It provides a single voice to co-ordinate knowledge and share learning across Common Land. We work with Commoners’ associations and federations, owners of common land, environmental NGOs, parliamentarians and farming bodies.

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