We are looking for a forestry consultant to work alongside the existing team in the Savills South region. The successful candidate will be based out of our Exeter office but must be able to work flexibly. The areas covered by the role include Cornwall, Devon, Somerset, Dorset, Avon and Wiltshire. The role will consist of ensuring that work is implemented to a high standard and timely fashion and assisting the current team in delivering financial targets for the region and a wide range of woodland and forestry projects. Day-to-day tasks will comprise forest management on various properties, including applying for grants, drafting management plans, overseeing contractors and delivery of forestry work, contract organisation and supervision, and liaison with agencies, clients and their staff.

This role will focus on general woodland management and new woodland creations, building on existing client work and developing new business, working alongside three experienced consultants in Taunton/Exeter to deliver quality service to clients primarily in the South West. The regional head of forestry will provide oversight. The role will involve working with members of the other regions on multi-site contracts. The broader team in the region include 8 woodland consultants and 2 arboricultural consultants and a team co-ordinator.

Candidates should be chartered or working towards chartered status.