Associate / Arboriculture Team Manager

At Ocean to Earth Recruitment, we partner with organisations that are shaping more sustainable, thoughtful environments. This opportunity sits within a well-established, multidisciplinary consultancy with a strong reputation across arboriculture, ecology and landscape services.

Our approach is grounded in respect, integrity and growth—and we represent opportunities that genuinely reflect those values.

The Opportunity

We are seeking an experienced Associate / Arboriculture Team Manager to lead and develop an arboriculture team based in Manchester. This is a senior, hands-on role suited to someone who can balance technical excellence with leadership and commercial awareness.

You will play a key role in delivering high-quality consultancy services while supporting the continued growth of the team and wider business.

What You’ll Be Doing

• Leading the delivery of arboricultural consultancy projects across a range of sectors

• Managing and developing a team of Arboricultural Consultants and Surveyors

• Delivering surveys, risk assessments, tree management plans and technical reports

• Working closely with planning authorities, architects and multidisciplinary teams

• Advising on Tree Preservation Orders, felling licences and planning constraints

• Overseeing team resourcing, financial performance and project delivery

• Building and maintaining strong client relationships

• Supporting business development and contributing to company growth

• Mentoring team members and maintaining high technical standards

What We’re Looking For

• Degree in Arboriculture (or a related discipline)

• Membership of a relevant professional body (e.g. Arboricultural Association)

• 5+ years’ experience in arboricultural consultancy

• Strong BS5837 experience (AIA, AMS, reporting, VTA inspections)

• Demonstrable experience managing teams and projects

• Experience with fee proposals, tenders and client engagement

• Proven ability to manage large-scale survey contracts

• Strong knowledge of planning and environmental legislation

• Proficiency in AutoCAD and GIS

• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills

• A proactive, adaptable approach with strong organisational ability

• Full UK driving licence

What’s on Offer

Our client recognises that people are at the heart of their success and is committed to supporting long-term career development in a collaborative environment.

Benefits include:

• Competitive salary and benefits package

• 24 days’ holiday (rising to 30 with service)

• Paid professional membership

• Cycle to Work and technology schemes

• Travel loans and access to company vehicles

• Free eye tests

• Workplace pension

• Employee Assistance Programme

• A supportive, engaging and inclusive working environment

They are also an Equal Opportunities Employer.

A Note from Us

At Ocean to Earth Recruitment, we take care to ensure the roles we represent offer genuine opportunity—not just a move, but progression. We handle every application with discretion and clarity, and we aim to create matches that last.

If this role feels aligned with your experience and direction, we’d welcome a conversation.

Apply

Please send your CV along with a brief covering note. If you’d prefer an informal discussion before applying, we’re always happy to speak.