Forestry Business Development Manager Location – Wales & The Marches – Bala Office Full Time As the largest integrated forestry business in the UK, and a member of Binderholz, Europe’s leading timber processing operation, BSW Group is a rapidly developing multi-site business, with operations spanning forestry, sawmilling, timber manufacturing and energy. Tilhill is at the forefront of the provision of nature-based solutions that help fight climate change in the most natural way. Forestry is at the heart of our business, and we are looking for someone to focus on seeking profitable growth opportunities across forestry operations in Wales and Marches Region. Our Forestry Sales Development Managers are integral to our business development aspirations and strategy. About You: We are seeking a dynamic individual, with a passion for forestry, and an aptitude and enthusiasm for developing new business opportunities, building extended networks, developing strong working relationships, and nurturing our existing and prospective client base. Most of all you should thrive on creating opportunity, collaborating with colleagues from other parts of the business, and delivering complex and multi-faceted projects to grow our forestry business. In addition, you will have: A degree or equivalent qualification in Forestry/ Countryside Management or closely related land-based sector. Good knowledge and proven working experience of the UK forestry sector including associated grants and funding opportunities. Experience in project management. An aptitude for business development. Strong interpersonal, negotiation and influencing skills. Welsh language skills would be an advantage. Professional membership of the Institute of Chartered Foresters or another directly relevant professional body is desirable. Full driving licence. Benefits: In return, you can look forward to developing a long-term career with one of the industry’s leading employers. In addition to the competitive salary and company car, this position also includes excellent benefits such as: Company provided health plan and life assurance policy. Company sick pay, enhanced with length of service. Company pension. 31 days (inclusive of bank holidays) holiday entitlement, enhanced with length of service. Funded learning and career development opportunities. Discounted rate on a range of BSW products. Employee benefits portal with access to exclusive deals and discounts on 100’s of high street brands, utilities, eating out and more Confidential 24/7 support with Wellbeing Hub. Cycle to Work scheme. To apply visit our website www.tilhill.com/careers. Closing Date for Applications: 30th November 2024 We encourage you to submit your application at the earliest opportunity as we reserve the right to close this vacancy prior to the published closing date should we receive a sufficient number of applications. The Company’s Job Applicant Privacy Notice is available at www.tilhill.com/about-us/careers Tilhill is an Equal Opportunities Employer.