The Wild Company is the UK's leading commercial partner for landowners, investors, and corporations looking to generate significant, long-term revenue from Natural Capital. We are not just consultants; we manage the entire end-to-end process of creating and monetising high-value environmental assets, including Biodiversity Net Gain (BNG). Our "no shortcuts, no compromises" philosophy proves that what is good for nature is good for growth.

The Role:

This is a pivotal role for an ambitious, entrepreneurial individual to act as a force multiplier for the company Directors. As our Operations & Strategy Lead, you will operate as a blend of project manager and chief of staff, acting as a key partner in driving the company's commercial and environmental mission. You will orchestrate the flawless delivery of our unique BNG projects while simultaneously helping to shape the high-level strategy that will define the future of our company.

The ideal candidate is a commercially switched-on, "strategic doer" who is as comfortable building a financial model in a spreadsheet as they are building relationships with clients. You believe that environmental and financial success are not mutually exclusive. You know how to evaluate multiple steps ahead and thrive in a role that offers immense variety, impact, and the opportunity to learn every facet of a rapidly growing business at the forefront of the Natural Capital movement.

BNG Operations & Delivery Management:

End-to-End Delivery Ownership: Take full ownership of our proprietary, multi-stage client delivery process, ensuring every project is executed flawlessly from initial engagement to the successful creation and long-term management of BNG habitats.
Client Partnership & Delivery: Act as a central point of contact for landowners and corporate partners, ensuring an exceptional client experience and guaranteeing all deliverables are completed on time and to our exacting "no shortcuts" standard.
Commercial & Legal Coordination: Masterfully manage the complex legal, regulatory, and administrative workflows required to create, register, and sell BNG units, effectively de-risking the entire process for our clients.
Supplier & Partner Management: Build and manage our network of trusted partners, including ecologists, legal experts, and land management contractors, ensuring their work consistently meets our high standards.

Strategy & Business Development:

Strategic Initiatives: Work directly with the Directors to support and lead key business-building projects, such as developing new service offerings, improving financial models, or exploring market expansion opportunities.
Process Optimisation: Proactively identify bottlenecks and opportunities for improvement within our current operations. Design and implement new systems and processes that increase efficiency and scalability as we grow.
Leadership Support: Act as a strategic sounding board for the Directors. Prepare briefings, research, and materials for key meetings, and ensure the leadership team is focused on the most critical business priorities.

Qualifications & Experience:

Experience: 5-7+ years of experience in a demanding operational, project management, consulting, or chief of staff role. Experience in a high-growth or startup environment is a significant advantage.
Commercial Acumen: A strong, demonstrable understanding of business principles. Must have experience with financial modelling, budget management, and be comfortable reading and interpreting contracts.
Proven Operator: A track record of managing complex, multi-stage projects with multiple stakeholders. You must be able to translate high-level goals into a detailed, actionable plan.
Sector Knowledge: Experience in land management, environmental consultancy, rural estates, or a related sector is highly desirable. A demonstrable passion for the UK's natural environment is essential.

Personal Attributes:

A Natural Capital Mindset: A core belief that financial growth and ecological restoration are interconnected. You see the commercial opportunity in delivering nature-positive outcomes.
Strategic Doer: A rare ability to operate at 30,000 feet (strategy) and 3 feet (execution) simultaneously. You love both building the plan and ticking off the tasks.
High Agency & Ownership: You don't wait to be told what to do. You proactively identify a problem, design a solution, and take full responsibility for the outcome.
Meticulous & Detail-Oriented: A deep-seated commitment to quality and precision, embodying our "no shortcuts" philosophy.

What We Offer:

Direct Mentorship & Impact: The opportunity to work directly alongside the company's founders, contributing to high-level strategic decisions from day one.
A Foundational Role: A unique chance to build the operational and strategic bedrock of a company poised to lead the UK's Natural Capital market.
Mission-Driven Work: A career where your commercial and operational skills will directly contribute to tangible, nature-positive outcomes.
Significant Growth Potential: A clear pathway to a senior leadership position as the company achieves its ambitious growth targets.

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