Archaeology, Landscape and Design Manager
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Position Overview & Specifications
Summary
THIS POST IS ONLY OPEN TO WILTSHIRE COUNCIL EMPLOYEES, WILTSHIRE CARE EXPERIENCED YOUNG PEOPLE, AGENCY WORKERS AND SOCIAL CARE STUDENTS ON PLACEMENT WITH WILTSHIRE COUNCIL
Self-employed contractors and those employed by partner organisations are unable to apply for internal vacancies.
Wiltshire Council are looking for an Archaeology, Landscape and Design Manager to lead on delivery of work within the Natural and Historic Environment Service.
LIVE.WORK.INSPIRE
The Natural and Historic Environment Service is committed to protecting our unique and cherished historic, built and natural environment and this is a great opportunity for an experienced manager to join us to help ensure that Wiltshire’s important setting is protected and enhanced for the future.
About the role
We are looking for an experienced manager with a proven track record of managing a diverse team of specialists. Your team will provide advice on complex planning applications, the protection and preservation of archaeological sites and historic monuments including the World Heritage Site of Stonehenge and Avebury and you will lead on the development of new policies and strategic advice. The role requires working with a wide range of stakeholders including planners, other specialists, consultants, statutory bodies, elected members and the public. The role is predominately office based, with some site visits.
About You
You will be a strong leader and manager that is solution focussed, comfortable with working independently and able to communicate clearly and negotiate confidently. You will have relevant management experience and will have professional knowledge of at least one of the specialist areas within your team as well as a good understanding of the planning system.
Interview dates to be confirmed after shortlisting.
Where possible interviews are virtual, but due to the nature of this role interviews will be in person. Current public health advice is followed for candidate and employee safety.
Candidate Selection & Onboarding Process
Application & Resume Screening
Submit your tailored CV/Resume directly to the talent acquisition portal.
Technical & Competency Interviews
Virtual interviews with the hiring manager and multidisciplinary team.
Formal Offer & Benefits Negotiation
Written agreement outlining compensation, equity, retirement vesting, and relocation allowances.
Onboarding & Corporate Integration
Equipment provisioning, team orientation, and commencement of duties.
United Kingdom Right to Work & Skilled Worker Visa Guide
Employment in the United Kingdom requires legal Right to Work verified under the Home Office Points-Based Immigration System:
Sponsoring employers must hold an active Home Office A-rated Sponsor License and assign a valid Certificate of Sponsorship (CoS). Role must meet the general minimum salary threshold (£38,700) or occupation going rate.
Continuous employment under Skilled Worker status establishes eligibility for Indefinite Leave to Remain (ILR) after 5 continuous years, leading to British Citizenship.
Candidate Preparation Blueprint: National Services & Agencies
Based on transatlantic hiring benchmarks for Archaeology, Landscape and Design Manager roles across Wiltshire Council's corporate sector, successful applicants typically excel across three core dimensions:
Demonstrated portfolio evidence, architecture/system design case studies, or validated professional certifications directly applicable to National Services & Agencies.
STAR method competency responses highlighting cross-functional leadership, conflict resolution, and delivering measurable enterprise ROI under tight timelines.
Total compensation expectation aligned within the benchmarked £47,573 - £49,590 bracket, including retirement vesting and health parity.
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