Arboricultural Manager

Job Description Bennett & Game Recruitment are currently working with a growing environmental consultancy who are seeking an experienced Arboricultural Manager to join their team based in Manchester. This opportunity has arisen due to continued business growth and expansion plans across the business.The successful candidate will take responsibility for leading the Arboriculture team, providing technical oversight across projects, managing resources and supporting the continued development of arboricultural services within the organisation.This position will suit an experienced Arboricultural professional who has strong consultancy experience alongside team leadership and client management capability.Arboricultural Manager OverviewManage and lead a team of 6 Arboricultural specialists including 2 Senior Arboricultural Consultants, 1 Senior Arboricultural Surveyor, 1 Assistant Arboricultural Consultant and 2 Graduate Arboricultural Consultants.Provide technical oversight and quality assurance across arboricultural projectsManage team resources and project allocationMaintain and develop strong client relationshipsSupport business development and growth of arboricultural servicesMentor and support the development of junior team membersEnsure projects are delivered to a high technical standard and in line with client expectationsArboricultural Manager Job RequirementsProven experience within Arboricultural ConsultancyStrong knowledge of tree surveys, arboricultural assessments and planning policyPrevious experience managing or leading arboricultural teamsExperience managing client relationships and project deliveryAbility to provide technical guidance and quality assurance across arboricultural workExperience producing arboricultural reports and supporting planning applicationsFull UK driving licenceArboricultural Manager Salary & BenefitsSalary 50,000 - 55,000 (depending on experience)Hybrid working arrangements available24 days holiday plus bank holidays rising to 30 days with service5% employer pension contributionPaid professional subscription (one per year)Access to company fleet vehicles for site visitsCycle to Work Scheme and TechschemeEyecare schemeSeason ticket loan availableOne volunteering day per yearRegular staff events and collaborative working environmentBonus scheme linked to company and team performance (potentially up to 10-20% of salary)Bennett and Game Recruitment are a multi-disciplined technical recruitment agency based in Chichester, West Sussex operating across the UK with specialist teams covering a range of industries.We are acting as a Recruitment Agency in relation to this vacancy, and in accordance with GDPR by applying you are granting us consent to process your data, contact you about the services we offer, and submit your CV for the role you have applied for. JBRP1_UKTJ

Created: 2026-03-22