The Royal Parks

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The Royal Parks
Jun 23, 2025
Full time
The Organisation The Royal Parks (TRP) is a charity and we manage over 5,000 acres of diverse parkland, rare habitats and historic buildings and monuments in eight Royal Parks across London. These are Hyde Park, Kensington Gardens, The Green Park, St James s Park, The Regent's Park and Primrose Hill, Greenwich Park, Richmond Park and Bushy Park. We also manage other important public spaces including Longford River, Brompton Cemetery and Victoria Tower Gardens. Our eight Royal Parks and other iconic green spaces are among the most visited attractions in the UK with tens of million visits every year. We are now looking for a Biodiversity Manager to join us on a full-time basis, working 36 hours per week, for a 12-month fixed term contract to cover a period of maternity leave. The Benefits Salary of £42,631- £45,000 per annum, depending on experience 26 days' annual leave plus public holidays, increasing to 29 days after 3 years service Pension scheme (3% employee contribution; up to 10% employer contribution) Hybrid/agile working options Private medical insurance and healthcare cash plan Employee assistance programme and access to mental health first aiders Learning and development opportunities Cycle to work scheme Offices in a beautiful location This is a unique opportunity for a biodiversity or wildlife conservation professional with practical conservation and habitat management expertise and experience leading projects and small teams to join our inspiring organisation. Working across some of London s most cherished landscapes, you ll help conserve rare habitats, champion sustainable park management and ensure biodiversity thrives across an iconic national estate. So, if you want to be part of a mission-driven charity committed to protecting nature in one of the world s busiest cities, we d love to hear from you. The Role As our Biodiversity Manager, you will lead the delivery of our Biodiversity Framework . Overseeing conservation projects and habitat enhancement across some of London s most ecologically important green spaces, you ll drive the integration of biodiversity objectives into park management plans and annual operations. You ll lead and support contractors, staff, and volunteers to implement biodiversity initiatives across the parks, from ancient woodlands and acid grasslands to ponds and historic landscapes. Additionally, you will: Lead the Biodiversity team and oversee budgets, work plans, and risk assessments Co-ordinate wildlife surveys Manage the biodiversity database Provide ecological advice to ensure compliance with environmental legislation Develop biodiversity communications and contribute to visitor engagement initiatives Promote wildlife conservation partnerships About You To be considered as a Biodiversity Manager, you will need: Experience developing and delivering biodiversity and/or wildlife conservation projects and programmes Experience managing budgets and delivering, reporting and evaluating projects Experience managing, motivating and developing direct report(s) and/or a small team Evidence of using national and regional legislation and policy relevant to biodiversity conservation, planning guidance, site designation for wildlife conservation and species status designations An understanding of ecological land management principles and conservation of historic park landscapes Practical conservation and habitat management skills A relevant degree (or equivalent experience) in wildlife conservation or environmental studies Other organisations may call this role Countryside Manager, Ecologist, Ecological Manager, Urban Ecology Manager, Park and Nature Reserve Manager or Biodiversity Project Manager. We want to put everyone in the best possible position to succeed and use Recite-me accessibility software. At the top of the application page, there is an Accessibility Tools button which you can use to complete the application form in a way that works for you. If you think that you may need more support to complete our application process, please do get in touch. The Royal Parks is strongly committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace and is an equal opportunities employer. We value diversity and encourage applications from candidates from all backgrounds. We believe that the more inclusive we are, the better our work will be. Please visit our website to find out more on our approach to Equality, Diversity and Inclusion. So, if you are interested in this unique opportunity as a Biodiversity Manager, please apply via the button shown. Successful candidates will be appointed on merit. Please note that interviews will be held in Richmond Park.
The Royal Parks
Jun 21, 2025
Full time
Head of Projects - Capital Projects Hyde Park, London (with hybrid working and travel to all parks) The Organisation The Royal Parks (TRP) is a charity created in March 2017. We manage over 5,000 acres of diverse parkland, rare habitats and historic buildings and monuments in eight Royal Parks across London. These are Hyde Park, Kensington Gardens, The Green Park, St James s Park, The Regent's Park and Primrose Hill, Greenwich Park, Richmond Park and Bushy Park. We also manage other important public spaces including Brompton Cemetery and Victoria Tower Gardens. Our eight Royal Parks and other iconic green spaces are among the most visited attractions in the UK with tens of millions of visits every year. We are now looking for a Head of Projects to join us on a full-time, permanent basis, working 36 hours per week. The Benefits - Salary of £70,000 - £80,000 per annum, depending on experience - 26 days' annual leave plus public holidays, increasing to 29 days after 3 years service - Pension scheme (3% employee contribution; up to 10% employer contribution) - Hybrid/agile working options - Private medical insurance and healthcare cash plan - Employee assistance programme and access to mental health first aiders - Learning and development opportunities - Cycle to work scheme - Offices in a beautiful location This is an exceptional opportunity for a high calibre construction and refurbishment project manager with extensive leadership skills and contract management expertise to join our visionary organisation. You ll have the chance to shape the future of some of the UK s most treasured parks, gaining exposure to iconic landscapes and purpose-driven work and making a positive impact on London s green vistas. What s more, you ll benefit from a flexible, inclusive culture and a generous package designed to support your wellbeing and professional growth. So, if you want to play a leading role in helping us deliver places that enrich lives, heritage and nature, then apply today. The Role As our Head of Projects, you will lead the delivery of a diverse range of capital projects across the Royal Parks estate. From conserving historic sites to delivering innovative modern upgrades, you will oversee the successful planning and execution of projects that enhance and protect some of London s most iconic green spaces. In this strategic leadership role, you will manage a high performing team of Project Managers, as well as line managing the Senior Architectural Designer, a Project Support Officer and two Assistant Project Managers. Alongside working with consultants and stakeholders, you will shape and oversee the five-year capital plan, aligning projects with organisational goals, and managing the department s risk and financial planning. You will operate as a member of the senior management team in the Estates & Projects directorate, lead on consultancy and contractor frameworks, and champion sustainability, accessibility, and innovation across all project work. Additionally, you will: - Take the lead on projects until they are fully resourced - Critique project documentation and promote best practices - Oversee financial forecasting, budget monitoring, and long-term capital planning - Engage and communicate with senior stakeholders, local authorities, and heritage bodies About You To be considered as our Head of Projects, you will need: - Extensive proven experience delivering large-scale and complex construction and refurbishment projects - Experience in a leadership role with line management responsibilities - Experience in contract management - Experience managing external multi-disciplinary professionals - In-depth knowledge of project and programme management delivery methodologies, project management documentation, governance, portfolio management practices and strategic planning principles - A project management qualification (or the willingness to work towards this) Other organisations may call this role Capital Projects Lead, Head of Estate Development, Senior Project Delivery Lead, Strategic Project Lead, Director of Park Projects, Head of Built Environment Projects, or Head of Sustainable Project Delivery. We want to put everyone in the best possible position to succeed and use Recite-me accessibility software. At the top of the application page, there is an Accessibility Tools button which you can use to complete the application form in a way that works for you. If you think that you may need more support to complete our application process, please do get in touch. The Royal Parks is strongly committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace and is an equal opportunities employer. We value diversity and encourage applications from candidates from all backgrounds. We believe that the more inclusive we are, the better our work will be. Please visit our website to find out more on our approach to Equality, Diversity and Inclusion. So, if you are interested in this unique opportunity as a Head of Projects, please apply via the button shown. Successful candidates will be appointed on merit.
The Royal Parks
Jun 17, 2025
Contractor
Junior Technical Support Engineer Hyde Park, London (with travel to all parks) The Organisation The Royal Parks (TRP) is a charity created in March 2017. We manage over 5,000 acres of diverse parkland, rare habitats and historic buildings and monuments in eight Royal Parks across London. These are Hyde Park, Kensington Gardens, The Green Park, St James s Park, The Regent's Park and Primrose Hill, Greenwich Park, Richmond Park and Bushy Park. We also manage other important public spaces including Brompton Cemetery and Victoria Tower Gardens. Our eight Royal Parks and other iconic green spaces are among the most visited attractions in the UK with tens of millions of visits every year. We are now looking for a Junior Technical Support Engineer to join us on a full-time basis, working 36 hours per week, for a six-month fixed term contract. The Benefits - Salary of £27,864 - £31,393 per annum, depending on experience (pro rata) - 26 days' annual leave (pro rata) plus public holidays - Pension scheme (3% employee contribution; up to 10% employer contribution) - Private medical insurance and healthcare cash plan - Employee assistance programme and access to mental health first aiders - Learning and development opportunities - Cycle to work scheme - Offices in a beautiful location This is an exciting opportunity for a customer-focused IT professional with first-line support experience and a Microsoft 365 qualification to join our dedicated organisation. You ll have the chance to build your IT support experience and develop an impressive portfolio of expertise whilst enjoying plenty of learning and development opportunities to help you grow. So, if you're ready to take the next step in your IT career while supporting the vital work of a national charity, we d love to hear from you. The Role As a Junior Technical Support Engineer, you will provide essential first-line IT support to ensure the smooth operation of our infrastructure across multiple sites. Working with the IT Infrastructure Manager and senior engineers, you will resolve helpdesk incidents, provide on-site technical support, and maintain hardware across park locations. You will also conduct account administration tasks such as password resets, access management in Active Directory, and assisting third-party providers during site visits. Additionally, you will: - Support desktop installations, printer maintenance, and basic network troubleshooting - Respond to hardware and software queries by phone or email - Help develop IT strategy through technical input and ongoing learning - Gather infrastructure data and contribute to documentation efforts About You To be considered as a Junior Technical Support Engineer, you will need: - Experience working in a busy office environment, providing 1st line support to colleagues - Excellent customer service skills - Microsoft 365 Fundamentals qualification - A full, valid driving licence Other organisations may call this role 1st Line Support Technician, Trainee Technical Support Engineer, Service Desk Technician, Helpdesk Support Technician, IT Support Technician, or Technical Support Analyst. We want to put everyone in the best possible position to succeed and use Recite-me accessibility software. At the top of the application page, there is an Accessibility Tools button which you can use to complete the application form in a way that works for you. If you think that you may need more support to complete our application process, please do get in touch. The Royal Parks is strongly committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace and is an equal opportunities employer. We value diversity and encourage applications from candidates from all backgrounds. We believe that the more inclusive we are, the better our work will be. Please visit our website to find out more on our approach to Equality, Diversity and Inclusion. So, if you are interested in this unique opportunity as a Junior Technical Support Engineer, please apply via the button shown. Successful candidates will be appointed on merit.
The Royal Parks
Feb 13, 2025
Full time
Senior Technical Support Engineer London, W2 About Us The Royal Parks (TRP) is a charity created in March 2017. We manage over 5,000 acres of diverse parkland, rare habitats, and historic buildings and monuments in eight Royal Parks across London. These are Hyde Park, Kensington Gardens, The Green Park, St James s Park, The Regent's Park and Primrose Hill, Greenwich Park, Richmond Park, and Bushy Park. We also manage other important public spaces, including Brompton Cemetery and Victoria Tower Gardens. Our eight Royal Parks and other iconic green spaces are among the most visited attractions in the UK, with 77 million visits every year. We are now looking for a Senior Technical Support Engineer to join us on a full-time, permanent basis. The Benefits - Salary of £46,200 to £52,500 per annum, depending on experience - 26 days' annual leave (pro rata) plus public holidays, increasing to 29 days after three years service - Pension scheme (3% employee contribution; up to 10% employer contribution) - Hybrid/agile working options - Private medical insurance and healthcare cash plan - Employee assistance programme and access to mental health first aiders - Learning and development opportunities - Cycle to work scheme - Offices in a beautiful location This is a fantastic opportunity for an experienced IT professional with a strong background in network and infrastructure to join our dedicated organisation. You will have the chance to take on exciting projects that modernise and enhance the technology behind some of the world's most iconic green spaces. What s more, you will discover that each day brings a fresh new challenge, and this role will offer plenty of variety, ensuring you stay engaged and continuously develop your skills. So, if you are eager to use your IT expertise to help maintain and enhance the infrastructure supporting London s most iconic parks, read on and apply today! The Role As a Senior Technical Support Engineer, you will support our IT infrastructure, ensuring our IT solutions are secure and reliable. In this varied role, you'll balance daily tasks like user support, system administration, maintenance, and backups, with project-based work. This will include IT-related tasks within larger organisational projects and initiatives to enhance the IT infrastructure. Supporting the implementation of networked servers, you will work with other service providers and vendors to ensure we have the equipment to achieve our goals. Additionally, you will: - Build and maintain the servers required for internal testing, and production environments - Maintain access privileges and account groups - Perform fault assessment on systems issues and implement long-term solutions - Assist with the implementation of policy and strategy for IT and computer systems Please note, on occasion, this role will involve working at height. About You To be considered as a Senior Technical Support Engineer, you will need: - Experience in Meraki cloud-based dashboard management, including Meraki Access points, CCTV, and Teleworker 4G gateway - Windows 10 deployment experience, including autopilot, modern desktop experience, and Microsoft Endpoint Manager - Experience implementing backup strategies using Azure Site Recovery and Veeam - Expertise in designing, developing, and implementing infrastructure components and services (AD, DNS, DHCP, Hypervisors, Fibre Optic Networks, HPE G10+ Servers, and SAN) - Experience working with Cisco Switch legacy and 9000 series - Strong communication skills with the ability to simplify technical concepts for non-technical users - Cisco Certified Network Associate qualification Other organisations may call this role IT Infrastructure Engineer, Senior IT Engineer, Network Engineer, Technical Support Engineer, IT Systems Engineer, or IT Support Specialist. We want to put everyone in the best possible position to succeed and use Recite-me accessibility software. At the top of the application page, there is an Accessibility Tools button which you can use to complete the application form in a way that works for you. If you think that you may need more support to complete our application process, please do get in touch. The Royal Parks is strongly committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace and is an equal opportunities employer. We value diversity and encourage applications from candidates from all backgrounds. We believe that the more inclusive we are, the better our work will be. Please visit our website to find out more on our approach to Equality, Diversity and Inclusion. So, if you are interested in this unique opportunity as a Senior Technical Support Engineer, please apply via the button shown. Successful candidates will be appointed on merit. Please note, that depending on the volume of applications received, we may close this vacancy earlier than the advertised closing date.
The Royal Parks
Feb 12, 2025
Full time
About The Royal Parks The Royal Parks is a charity managing over 5,000 acres of diverse parkland, rare habitats, and historic buildings across eight iconic parks in London, including Hyde Park, Kensington Gardens, and Richmond Park. With 77 million visits annually, we host major events like the British Summertime Festival and Winter Wonderland, making us one of the UK's most visited attractions. The Role: We are seeking a dynamic and strategic Commercial Director to lead our Commercial Directorate. This critical role will give you the opportunity to work within out historic environments to develop and implement multiple strategies to generate over £40m annually from events, catering, retail, and more. You will be able to work across the whole charity as well as external stakeholders to ensure our commercial activities deliver excellence in line with our organisational values. Key Responsibilities Lead and inspire a team of over 100 staff, fostering a culture of innovation and high performance. Ensure the delivery of world-class events and sustainable commercial activities. Develop and execute a new Income Generation Strategy, diversifying and growing income streams. Oversee major commercial procurement exercises and ensure effective contract management. Collaborate with senior colleagues and Trustees as a member of the Executive Committee. About You Proven senior-level experience in a commercial director or similar role. Strong leadership skills with a track record of managing large teams and departments. Exceptional commercial acumen, strategic mindset, and innovative thinking. Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, capable of building strong relationships with stakeholders. Commitment to The Royal Parks values of responsibility, excellence, inclusivity, openness, and respect For further information and details on how to apply, please visit For an informal and confidential discussion, please speak with our advisors at Berwick Partners: Lisa Henry Principal Researcher - Charity, Arts, Culture & Heritage Berwick Partners D (0) Closing date for applications: Friday 28th March 2025
The Royal Parks
Feb 01, 2024
Contractor
Lifeguard Hyde Park and Regents Park, London The Organisation The Royal Parks (TRP) is a charity created in March 2017. We manage over 5,000 acres of diverse parkland, rare habitats and historic buildings and monuments in eight Royal Parks across London. These are Hyde Park, Kensington Gardens, The Green Park, St Jamess Park, The Regent's Park and Primrose Hill, Greenwich Park, Richmond Park and Bush click apply for full job details
The Royal Parks Park, County Londonderry
Dec 19, 2022
Full time
Senior Wildlife Officer The Storeyard, St. James's Park, London (with travel to all parks) About Us As the Royal Parks charity, we protect and conserve over 5,000 acres of diverse parkland, rare habitats and historic buildings and monuments in eight Royal Parks across London. These are: Hyde Park, Kensington Gardens, The Green Park, St James's Park, The Regent's Park and Primrose Hill, Greenwich Park, Richmond Park and Bushy Park. We also manage other important public spaces including Brompton Cemetery and Victoria Tower Gardens. Our eight Royal Parks and other public spaces are among the most visited attractions in the UK with 77 million visits every year. We are now looking for a Senior Wildlife Officer to join us on a permanent contract on a full-time basis, working 36 hours per week. The Benefits - Salary of £29,001 - £35,076 per annum, depending on experience, plus an on-call allowance - 26 days' annual leave (pro rata) plus public holidays, increasing to 29 days after 3 years' service - Pension scheme (3% employee contribution; up to 10% employer contribution) - Private medical insurance and healthcare cash plan - Employee assistance programme and access to mental health first aiders - Learning and development opportunities - Cycle to Work scheme - Offices in a beautiful location This is an incredible opportunity for a wildlife management professional to join our fantastic organisation and take care of the welfare of our green spaces. You will have the opportunity to care for nature in these important green oases in the heart of our capital City, spanning some of London's most iconic parks. Working with individuals and teams across the organisation you will be able to care for a range of waterfowl including our famous pelicans, providing a habitat for invertebrates, small mammals, and songbirds. The Role As the Senior Wildlife Officer, you will provide pest management, wildfowl management, and animal welfare duties across our parks and other sites. You will assist the Royal Parks Metropolitan Police OCU in the implementation of the Royal Parks Regulations where applicable to wildlife and liaise directly on wildlife crime. Providing care for our captive birds, you will feed wildfowl and pelicans daily, as well as rehabilitating sick and injured birds and animals. You will control invasive pest species and encourage balanced populations of wildlife. There will also be a requirement to carry out humane and prompt despatch of terminally injured or dying animals, and vermin. Monitoring concessions contractors, and providing appropriate advice on the control of pests, you will review and implement contingency plans for disease outbreaks such as avian flu. You will monitor water quality for outbreaks of algae or pollution and assist with the management and monitoring of water levels with other professionals. Additionally, you will: - Monitor and survey for plant and animal species - Working with our conservation and learning teams to support various wildlife projects - Engage with visitors to the park, local community, and stakeholder groups - Support and advise the roles of volunteer rangers in The Royal Parks - Work with volunteers on practical habitat management and task setting - Carry out presentations regarding the Park's wildlife to schools, media, and others - Attend and contribute to stakeholder group meetings - Support the roles of other wildlife officers - Mentor and support The Regent's Park Wildlife Officer and cover for periods of absence As part of your role, you will be required to participate in an on-call rota (currently 1 week in 4 but subject to change). About You To be considered as a Senior Wildlife Officer, you will need: - Experience of wildlife law, conservation and the management and improvement of habitats - Experience of management of wildlife and pest control, with an understanding of urban environments - Experience in the confident, humane despatch of animals and birds - Experience lifting and handling large waterfowl - Good bird, animal, fish and wildlife knowledge and species identification skills - The ability to use IT software such as Microsoft and mapping databases - A valid, full driving licence - Certification in the management of pests, such as the RSPH Level 2 or BASIS Certification in Rodenticides Knowledge of diseases such as H5n1, and their management would be advantageous. A current firearms certificate for rifles and/or a current shotgun certificate would also be beneficial, as would the competency to use them accurately and safely in a range of environments. An appropriate qualification such as NVQ Level 2 Gamekeeping and Wildlife Management or equivalent is desirable. This role may necessitate working outdoors in public and private areas, inside buildings and out of normal hours. Other organisations may call this role Senior Wildlife Planning Officer, Wildlife Officer, Wildlife Ranger, or Conservation Officer. The Royal Parks is strongly committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace and is an equal opportunities employer. We value diversity and encourage applications from candidates from all backgrounds. We believe that the more inclusive we are, the better our work will be. So, if you're ready to support the wildlife across the Royal Parks as a Senior Wildlife Officer, please apply via the button shown. This vacancy is being advertised by Webrecruit. The services advertised by Webrecruit are those of an Employment Agency.
The Royal Parks
Jul 31, 2022
Full time
Senior Events Manager Hyde Park, London The Organisation The Royal Parks (TRP) is a charity created in March 2017. We manage over 5,000 acres of diverse parkland, rare habitats and historic buildings and monuments in eight Royal Parks across London. These are: Hyde Park, Kensington Gardens, The Green Park, St Jamess Park, The Regent's Park and Primrose Hill, Greenwich Park, Richmond Park and Bushy P...... click apply for full job details
The Royal Parks
Dec 04, 2021
Full time
Finance Officer The Lookout, Hyde Park, London, W2 (with travel to all parks and some homeworking) About Us The Royal Parks is a charity created in March 2017. We manage over 5,000 acres of diverse parkland, rare habitats and historic buildings and monuments in eight Royal Parks across London. These are: Hyde Park, Kensington Gardens, The Green Park, St James's Park, The Regent's Park and Primrose Hill, Greenwich Park, Richmond Park and Bushy Park. We also manage other important public spaces including Brompton Cemetery and Victoria Tower Gardens. Our eight Royal Parks and other public spaces are among the most visited attractions in the UK with 77 million visits every year. We are now looking for three Finance Officers to join our dedicated team at our headquarters in Hyde Park on a full-time basis. The Benefits - Salary of £28,000 per annum - Pension scheme - 26 days' annual leave (plus Bank Holidays) - Cycle to work scheme - Employee Health Cash Plan and Private Health Insurance - Travel to all parks This is a fantastic opportunity for finance professionals to develop their skills and thrive in a varied and fulfilling role. Your finance work will ensure that we can continue to play a quintessential role in London, making sure that there are outside spaces for those with none, cultural work that is accessible to all and areas of green amid a grey cityscape. We pride ourselves on being a supportive, innovative and flexible employer, providing some of the most coveted jobs in London. Our extensive training opportunities will ensure you are able to grow into your role and flourish. So, if you want to work in some of the most beautiful spaces in London, bring your skills and expertise to our organisation and help us protect them, apply today. The Role As a Finance Officer, you will support a range of financial processes, focusing on transactions, including the sales and purchase ledger. Specifically, you will perform credit control, chase overdue debt and distribute customer statements, raise sales invoices and ensure the accuracy of the coding and VAT treatment. Your role will also involve: - Maintaining accurate ledgers including posting receipts - Logging and matching purchase invoices to purchase orders and goods receipt notes - Preparing and uploading monthly journals, such as payroll monthly reconciliations - Monitoring the finance inbox, responding to queries or escalating as required - Reconciling company credit cards About You To be considered as a Finance Officer, you will need: - Experience of working in a finance department - Strong communication skills - A team player mentality - A dependable nature - Attention to detail - A 'can-do' attitude Experience working within the finance function of a small to medium sized business would be beneficial to your application, as would a transactional background dealing with accounts payable and receivable. A finance related degree, or to be currently studying towards one, would also be advantageous. Other organisations may call this role Accounts Assistant, Finance Assistant, Accounts Administrator, Finance Administrator, Accounts Technician, Accounts Junior, or Accounting Clerk. Webrecruit and The Royal Parks are equal opportunities employers, value diversity and are strongly committed to providing equal employment opportunities for all employees and all applicants for employment. Equal opportunities are the only acceptable way to conduct business and we believe that the more inclusive our environments are, the better our work will be. So, if you want to do something more with your career as a Finance Officer, please apply via the button shown. This vacancy is being advertised by Webrecruit. The services advertised by Webrecruit are those of an Employment Agency.