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HR Manager
- Full time
- £45,763 – £53,343
- On site: Balloch
- Closing 18th March 2026
- Advertised from 4th March 2026
- 35 hours per week - we are happy to talk part time and flexible working.
Role
Join us now to be part of the vital force in protecting and enhancing our National Park. As a National Park Authority we play a crucial role in tackling the twin challenges of the Global Climate Emergency and Nature Crisis.
The Role:
We are seeking an experienced and forward-thinking HR Manager to lead our HR function and help shape a positive, high-performing workplace. With the development of our 5-year People & Engagement strategy underway, you’ll be joining at the perfect time to help influence our direction of travel over the coming years.
In this key role, you’ll oversee the full HR remit, including employee relations, organisational change, learning and development, payroll and health and safety. You’ll ensure our people practises are efficient, compliant and aligned with our organisational goals.
Your strong leadership and relationship-building skills will empower you to work closely with our Executive Team and Operational Managers, shaping and delivering HR initiatives that enhance employee satisfaction and productivity.
Responsibilities:
- Develop and implement HR strategies that drive organisational change, enhance culture, and foster employee engagement throughout the employee lifecycle, including managing the HR budget in line with NPA procedures.
- Oversee complex HR cases, such as grievances, disciplinary, and performance management, while establishing efficient processes for resolution.
- Fostering positive relations with employees and unions to support effective negotiation and consultation on terms and conditions of employment.
- Lead organisational change initiatives, providing strategic guidance on structure, culture, and workforce planning to boost efficiency and effectiveness.
- Implement HR technology to streamline processes, driving digital transformation while maintaining industry best practices for continuous improvement.
- Ensure accurate and timely payroll management, compliance with employment laws, and effective health and safety protocols through regular audits and risk assessments.
- Build and maintain strong relationships with internal and external partners to support organisational goals.
- Undertake any other duties appropriate to the grade as required.
Who we are looking for:
Your skills, abilities and experience should include:
- Proven experience in leading and managing an HR team - building strong management relationships, and effectively influencing across business areas.
- Skilled in developing HR policies and procedures, managing budgets, and delivering HR projects that support organisational change.
- Demonstrated ability to support and promote positive industrial relations with external partners.
- Creative and strategic thinker, with the ability to introduce fresh approaches to HR management
- Excellent communicator, with strong negotiation and influencing skills.
- Strong understanding of employment law.
- Solution-oriented and proactive, able to anticipate and respond to challenges effectively.
- Chartered Membership of CIPD or equivalent level work experience
Ideally, but not essential, you’ll also have:
- Demonstrated ability to lead and inspire HR teams to adopt innovative approaches and achieve strategic objectives.
- Experience in implementing and leveraging HR technologies to enhance service delivery and streamline processes.
- Experience in Public Sector HR Management
- Experience in overseeing payroll, compliance, and health and safety operations.
Application notes
If you are interested in this role, complete your application by Wednesday 18th March @ 9am.
- Interviews will be virtual
- Interview dates are provisionally set for: Friday 27th March
Who we are and our values:
We offer flexible and remote working, with a generous pension scheme and annual leave allowance. Staff have access to wellbeing services and there is a strong focus on wellbeing throughout the organisation.
Being part of Loch Lomond & the Trossachs National Park Authority means being passionate about what you do, working hard to inspire and lead the way for others. We care about each other and are accessible and friendly treating each other with respect and understanding, we think about our planet with each decision we make. Together, we are the difference.
Loch Lomond & the Trossachs National Park Authority are proud to celebrate difference. Diversity of experience is vital in our success we want our business to be representative to the communities we work alongside. As an equal opportunity employer, we actively encourage applicants from a wide range of individuals, irrespective of age, disability, gender reassignment, gender identity and expression, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief, sex, and sexual orientation.
About Falkland Estate
Nestled in the hills at the heart of Fife, Falkland Estate spans approximately 4,000 acres in total of exceptional landscape, heritage and natural beauty. The Estate welcomes over 250,000 visitors annually and operates as a purpose-led regenerative estate.
Falkland Estate Trust (FET) is owned by a private (Stuart) family trust who are actively considering how to hand assets on to a new form of steward-ownership. Falkland Rural Enterprise Ltd (FREL) is responsible for running Pillars of Hercules and the Home Farm. Falkland Stewardship Trust (FST) is a charitable company that cares for heritage assets and stewardship education. All three boards are committed to the wellbeing of this place - balancing social, environmental and financial returns - and an inspiring vision of being a beacon of learning and sustainability in Scotland.
The Estate comprises:
- The A-listed House of Falkland (leased to an independent additional support needs school)
- Fivee farmhouses and 22 long-term and holiday-let cottages
- Circa 1,000 acres of woodland & 3000 acres of farmland, inc. some organic
- Recreational grounds, event spaces, and an extensive network of public paths
- Commercial enterprises and opportunities inc. Stables shop & café, Pillars of Hercules farm & café, Woodland hub, self-catering properties, and car parks
The Estate is entering an important new phase of enterprising stewardship, with the long-term aim of establishing a values-led charitable company to safeguard heritage, sustainability, community participation and public access for future generations.
The Role
We are seeking a Head of Finance to provide senior financial leadership across the Estate and its various entities, spanning both charitable and commercial operations.
This is a strategic and hands-on role during a pivotal period of transition. The postholder will strengthen the Estate’s financial framework, working closely with the Estate Director, staff and board members to ensure clarity, resilience and long-term sustainability.
A core element of the role will be to develop a comprehensive understanding of the Estate’s current financial landscape and shape a sustainable, regenerative financial future. The Head of Finance will review existing financial practices, systems and controls, and lead the implementation of proportionate improvements to performance, governance and risk management.
The role carries responsibility for financial oversight across multiple rural commercial enterprises and a charitable trust. The successful candidate will provide clear, confident financial insight and consolidated reporting to support informed decision-making at both operational and Board level.
The scope of the role will remain under review to ensure alignment with agreed hours, organisational priorities and the evolving governance structure.
Full details can be found in the job description below.
Corporate Support and Communications Officer
- Full time
- £31,514
- Hybrid: Edinburgh
- Closing 19th March 2026
We are looking for a Corporate Support & Communications Officer (CSCO).
You will provide high quality communications and administrative support to the Commissioner, Head of Corporate Services and Corporate Services Team. You will report to the Head of Corporate Services.
Excellent communications skills will be required to deal with the diversity of people who contact the office, and an early and effective contribution will be necessary.
The successful applicant will be able to work independently to deliver a range of support services such as:
- Ensuring effective communications
- Maintaining ESC’s website
- Assisting with the management of IT systems
- Managing records
- Providing administrative support to the Commissioner, Head of Corporate Services and Corporate Services Team
- Managing meetings and taking minutes
The successful applicant will also share our values which are that we will act ethically and with empathy, kindness and respect.
This is a full-time, permanent post and pensionable through the Civil Service Pension Scheme.
The successful applicant will be offered a robust and supportive induction, as well as ongoing learning and development opportunities.
Top job! Head of Health and Social Care
- Full time
- £40,000
- On site: Glenrothes – with options to work regularly from other FVA locations
- Closing 26th March 2026
Do you want to play a key role in ensuring that health and social care activity in Fife has the maximum impact for the people of Fife?
Fife Voluntary Action is seeking a Head of Health and Social Care who will be the strategic lead for health and social care policy and activity for FVA. You will work closely and collaboratively with statutory and third sector partners across health and social care to achieve high quality outcomes that make a positive difference in the lives of people in Fife.
In this role, you will:
- Chair Fife’s Third Sector Health and Social Care, Mental Health, and Carers Providers Forums, developing and supporting activity to enable voices to be heard in shaping service design and delivery in Fife.
- Actively identify actions to build capacity and address gaps in health and social care provision.
- Proactively build and maintain relationships with external stakeholders at all levels to understand national and local challenges and emerging issues
- Lead a team delivering on health and social care projects, including Footcare Fife, Carer Providers Support, Befriending and Peer Support.
We’re looking for someone with:
- Experience of policy development and strategic/operational planning.
- Strong understanding of the voluntary sector and health and social care landscape.
- Excellent communication and partnership skills.
- Experience of line management
Why join us?
- Be part of a team improving the lives of people in Fife.
- Flexible working arrangements and a supportive environment.
Benefits
Benefits of working for FVA include:
- 37 days’ annual leave (inclusive of public holidays) for full-time staff, pro rata for part-time staff
- Free onsite parking in Glenrothes and Kirkcaldy
- Confidential counselling helpline
- Access to unlimited, free GP appointments 24/7 via remote technology
Programme and Partnerships Manager – Renfrewshire and West Dunbartonshire
- Part time
- £36,000 – £39,870 pro-rata
- Remote: Regionally based, home working role, in or close to Renfrewshire, West Dunbartonshire and Glasgow
- Closing 16th March 2026
We’re recruiting a Programme and Partnerships Manager to support our work in Renfrewshire and West Dunbartonshire.
This role is central to the success of the Career Ready programme in Renfrewshire and West Dunbartonshire, ensuring young people benefit from high-quality mentoring, a paid internship and skills development.
You will lead the identification, development, and management of a wide range of relationships across employers, their volunteers, schools, and the local authorities. You will also work closely with our Programme & Partnerships Manager for Glasgow, in support of our work growing there.
This is a great opportunity for someone with experience in partnership management, account management, or stakeholder engagement. Our work is ambitious, so you’ll need to be organised, confident, resilient, and able to influence people at all levels — from Head Teachers and teachers to CEOs and HR Directors.
You’ll spot and research employer opportunities, build relationships with purpose, and pursue new programme and funding partnerships with energy and persistence. The role also offers strong opportunities for personal and professional development.
Programme & Partnership Managers lead the delivery of our programme locally. In this role, you’ll grow, develop, and maintain the employer and education partnerships that make the Career Ready programme work — including our Local Advisory Boards, Local Authorities, school coordinators, the Developing the Young Workforce Regional Group, and the employers and volunteers who provide mentoring with the accompanying paid internship, deliver engaging masterclasses, and support events.
You will bring a strong track record — and a willingness to continue developing — in the following areas:
- Initiating, engaging, and sustaining relationships with corporate, public-sector, and third-sector partners
- Business development, relationship management, and project management, ideally in a multi-stakeholder environment
- Commercial awareness, with the ability to identify and shape partnership opportunities which include programme support and charitable income donations
- Understanding of the education landscape, particularly schools, local authorities, or youth employability
To find out more about the role, please download our job pack.
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