Be part of something bold, hopeful and grounded in nature. Join a friendly, values-driven team taking practical steps to rewild the Scottish Highlands. We offer competitive pay and benefits, flexibility, great working culture, and much more. We welcome applicants from all walks of life, with diverse backgrounds, cultures, perspectives, and experiences. If you require any adjustments during our recruitment process, that would enable you to do as well as possible in the process, please let us know.
Work with us
Join us on this journey of hope and positive action as we take collaborative and pragmatic steps to rewild the Scottish Highlands.
You can view our career opportunities below. Please also follow us on LinkedIn and subscribe to our newsletter to hear about upcoming opportunities with us.
Current Roles
Partnerships Manager, Philanthropy – Inspiring transformative giving for a wilder Scotland
Are you an inspiring relationship-builder who can turn passion into transformational giving? At Trees for Life, we are boldly rewilding the Scottish Highlands, restoring the Caledonian forest, bringing back lost wildlife, and strengthening the bond between people and nature. As Partnership Manager for Philanthropy, you will play a pivotal role in making this vision possible by securing six and seven-figure gifts from high-net-worth individuals and family foundations. Through strategic relationship-building, tailored stewardship, and compelling storytelling, you will help ensure the long-term success of rewilding at scale.
What you will do in a typical day:
- Develop and deliver a new Major Gifts strategy, aligning with Trees for Life’s bold vision and values.
- Identify, research, and qualify high-net-worth individuals and family foundations in the UK and overseas.
- Build and steward bespoke relationships, connecting donors with projects and project leaders.
- Craft compelling proposals, presentations and impact reports that inspire impactful giving.
- Plan and host exclusive donor events, briefings, and field visits, providing memorable experiences in the Highlands and other key locations in the UK where relevant.
- Negotiate and manage gift agreements and pledges, ensuring compliance with ethical and legal standards.
- Champion a culture of philanthropy within the charity, equipping colleagues and volunteers to engage confidently with donors.
- Monitor, evaluate, and report on activity, using insights to continually refine strategy and maximise return on investment.
Salary: £29,996 – £34,133
Hours: 35hrs/pw, permanent
Location: Findhorn/Dundreggan/Home/Hybrid
Application closing date: Sunday 12 October
Please view the full Role Profile here.
Please email the completed Application form, Personal Details form and Equal Opportunity form to jobs@treesforlife.org.uk
Kitchen Assistant – An Nead Café, Dundreggan Rewilding Centre
At An Nead Café in the Dundreggan Rewilding Centre, our Kitchen Assistants play a vital role in keeping the kitchen running smoothly. From prepping fresh, seasonal ingredients to maintaining a spotless, safe workspace, you’ll support the cook in serving up wholesome, home-cooked meals that celebrate the flavours of the Highlands.
You’ll be part of a friendly, hard-working team in a fast-paced environment, helping to deliver a café experience that’s as welcoming as it is sustainable. This is your chance to be hands-on in the kitchen while contributing to the bigger vision of Trees for Life: restoring Scotland’s Caledonian Forest and connecting people with nature.
What you will do in a typical day:
- Supporting the cook with prep work – chopping, peeling, cleaning, and cooking.
- Helping to create a wide variety of soups, pastries, and meals using vegan, vegetarian, and meat ingredients.
- Learning how to work with seasonal, locally sourced produce and understanding our café’s catering offer.
- Ensuring kitchen equipment is used safely, cleaned properly, and kept in top condition.
- Upholding high food hygiene standards and following safety procedures.
- Taking in and organising deliveries (with some lifting required).
- Pitching in flexibly, including evenings and weekends, to keep service running smoothly.
You’ll thrive in this role if you are:
- Passionate about cooking, sustainability, and great customer service.
- Motivated, proactive, and eager to learn.
- A team player who takes direction well and supports colleagues.
- Positive, friendly, and ready to roll up your sleeves in a busy kitchen.
Salary: Starting at £22,948 pro rataHours: Part-time, permanent Location: Dundreggan Rewilding CentreApplication closing date: Sunday 12 October
Please view the full Role Profile here.
Please email the completed Application form, Personal Details form and Equal Opportunity form to jobs@treesforlife.org.uk
Don’t meet every single requirement? That’s okay. We’re committed to building a diverse and inclusive team, and we know that skills and experience come in many forms. The right mindset, attitude, and potential to grow are just as important to us as ticking every box. If you’re excited about this role, meet the core criteria and feel you can make a meaningful contribution – we encourage you to apply.
Staff benefits
- Living wage employer and progressive salary structure
- Workplace pension scheme with 3% employer contribution
- Enhanced holiday allowance – up to 37 days per year
- Festive shutdown – offices closed over Christmas break
- Flexible and hybrid working (depending on role)
- Enhanced sick pay
- Outdoor clothing allowance
- Cycle to work scheme
- Training and development opportunities
- Sabbatical leave
- Volunteering opportunities
- Use of pool cars for work-related travel
- Dog friendly offices
Diversity, Equity and Inclusion
The key to rewilding’s success is people. We pride ourselves on being an inclusive organisation, and recognise that some communities currently remain underrepresented in the environmental and conservation sector, including in the Scottish Highlands. We welcome applications from individuals from minority ethnic backgrounds, people with disabilities, and those from underrepresented socioeconomic backgrounds. We are committed to proactively diversifying our sector, especially in leadership roles.
Just as biodiversity enhances ecosystems, diverse people enrich our sector and help us take bolder, more impactful action for nature. Rewilding is a shared journey, and together, we’re crafting a diverse, living landscape that supports communities and local livelihoods.
If you require any additional support or adjustments for the application or interview process, please don’t hesitate to contact us at jobs@treesforlife.org.uk
Gaelic (Gàidhlig)
Gaelic is the oldest surviving language in Scotland and has been spoken throughout these glens for centuries. Gaelic is deeply connected to our landscapes, nature and rewilding, and forms an integral part of Scotland’s culture and heritage.
We recognise the language’s vital role in shaping both our past and future, and actively encourage Gaelic learners and speakers to apply for all our roles.
Tha sinn a’ coimhead air adhart ris an iarrtas agaibh fhaighinn! We look forward to receiving your application!
Volunteer
Rewilding Weeks: Spend an unforgettable week helping to restore the Caledonian forest. Activities may include growing and planting trees, monitoring wildlife and supporting other vital restoration work. > Find out more
Nursery Volunteering: We offer day volunteering for locals at our Dundreggan Tree Nursery in Glenmoriston – usually on a Wednesday, from mid-March to mid-November. Help with seasonal tasks such as seed sowing, transplanting seedlings, weeding around seedlings, digging and packing trees for dispatch. For more info please email: nursery@treesforlife.org.uk
Trustees
*Applications for new trustees are currently on hold*
Please note that we do update this page regularly.
