Senior Membership Recruiter
Introduction
Job Opportunity: Senior Membership Recruiter - Forestry England
Location: Bedgebury National Pinetum and Forest (Own transport required)
Hourly Rate: £13.50 per hour, Real Living Wage, Guaranteed Weekly Pay
Hours: 20.5 - 32 hours per week (Minimum 3 shifts per week, including Saturday & Sunday, plus one weekday)
Role Duration: March - September
About Forestry England:
Forestry England cares for and manages over 1500 forests across the country, offering the public the opportunity to explore and enjoy these natural wonders through national membership. Bedgebury National Pinetum and Forest is an award-winning visitor attraction, offering something for everyone. The Pinetum houses over 12,000 specimen trees and is located in the beautiful rolling hills of the High Weald Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty.
The Role:
We are looking for a passionate Senior Membership Recruiter to join our team at Bedgebury National Pinetum and Forest. Your main responsibility will be to increase Forestry England’s financial resources by recruiting new members. As a Senior Recruiter, you will play a crucial role in managing the onsite membership program, ensuring smooth operations, and inspiring visitors to become members of Forestry England.
The Role
Key Responsibilities:
- Inspire visitors to become Forestry England members (local or national membership).
- Build strong working relationships with onsite staff, understanding the forest’s features and Forestry England’s programs.
- Oversee day-to-day operations of the membership program, including placement strategy and coordinating with site staff.
- Set up and dismantle the gazebo daily.
- Confidently approach and engage visitors, initiating conversations and building rapport.
- Clearly present information about membership benefits.
- Use digital devices to complete membership applications and assist other recruiters.
- Provide excellent customer service, ensuring visitors feel valued and connected to Forestry England.
- Represent Forestry England’s core values to every visitor.
- Focus on personal development and improving engagement techniques.
- Support the training of fellow team members as needed.
- Promote a positive image of Forestry England and the membership program.
The Candidate
About You:
- Strong commitment to Forestry England’s core values.
- Confident and approachable, able to initiate conversations with visitors.
- Ability to meet membership targets and handle objections.
- Excellent communication skills, with the ability to build rapport with diverse people.
- Enthusiastic and motivated to promote Forestry England’s work and mission.
- Outgoing, positive attitude, and ability to work effectively in a team.
Benefits:
- Full training and ongoing support.
- Opportunity to work in a stunning natural environment.
- Be part of an organization that is helping to protect and grow England’s forests.
Please note: This is a contract role through the external staffing agency Inspired People, assigned to Forestry England.