Land Use Policy Adviser
Contract: Full time (35 hours), perm contract.
Salary: £41,000 – £51,000 depending on experience.
Location: London based with the possibility to work remotely (from another CLA office or Home) up to 2 days per week
Application deadline: 12pm Wednesday 18th June.
Interviews: 1st stage interviews will take place in person at our London office on 25th June. 2nd stage interviews are scheduled to take place in person at our London office on 30th June or 1st July.
Are you passionate and have knowledge about rural affairs? Are you interested in influencing policy and believe change is possible? Do you enjoy working with other people and are willing to learn?
The Country Land and Business Association (CLA) is a dynamic, forward thinking membership organisation for owners of land, property and rural businesses, who has been championing the interests of rural England and Wales for over 100 years. CLA members own or manage around half the rural land in England and Wales and more than 250 different types of businesses.
We are now looking for a Land Use Policy Adviser to join our expert team in London.
With the adaption to a new agriculture policy in England underway, this is a unique opportunity to influence national policy, support landowners and farmers, and help shape the future of land use in England and Wales.
What You’ll Be Doing
• Develop and advocate CLA policy on agriculture, land use, and environmental schemes.
• Provide expert advice to CLA members on Environmental Land Management (ELM), productivity grants, and farm schemes.
• Represent CLA members in meetings with government, industry, and stakeholders.
• Write policy briefings, consultation responses, and member guidance.
• Present at events, conferences, and agricultural shows across the country.
Please see the job description for full details of the responsibilities, or contact Susan Twining, Chief Land Use Policy Adviser on -susan.twining@cla.org.uk.
What We’re Looking For
• Strong knowledge of agriculture, land use, and environmental policy.
• Excellent communication skills – written and verbal.
• A collaborative mindset and the ability to work independently.
• A passion for rural affairs and sustainable land management.
Why Join Us?
At the CLA, we champion the interests of rural landowners and businesses. You’ll be part of a supportive, knowledgeable team working at the heart of rural policy. We offer:
• 25 days of annual leave(excluding bank holidays) increasing to 30 days upon 3 years’ service
• A collaborative and mission-driven culture
• 10% employer pension contribution
• Retail discounts, wellbeing support and more
