Natura 2000 Sustainable Management Adviser Closing Date: 30/07/2025 Location: Cardiff Natural Resources Wales reserves the right to close this vacancy before the advertised closing date Team / Directorate: Newport, Caerphilly and Blaenau Gwent Environment Team / Operations Starting salary: £36,246 rising to £39,942 per annum through annual increments being paid each year (pro rata for part time applicants) Contract type: Fixed Term Appointment until 31 March 2026 with possibility of extension Work pattern: Full time, 37 hours per week (Part time, annualised hours, compressed hours or term time working considered - discussions at interview stage welcome) Interview Date: 15/08/2025 Post number: 203218 (For office use only: GGL/ENV/GRJ/ TTJ) The role Are you ready to take action on the nature emergency and help shape a more sustainable future for Wales? We re looking for a passionate and proactive Natura 2000 Sustainable Management Adviser to join our Environment Team based at the St. Mellons office in Cardiff. This is a unique opportunity to play a central role in protecting and restoring some of Wales most important habitats and species. You ll work closely with landowners, communities, and key partners including the Welsh Government to design and deliver projects that support nature recovery, improve the condition of protected sites, and enhance ecosystem resilience across the region. Day to day, you ll be involved in developing and managing on-the-ground conservation initi