Natural Capital Manager (Scotland)

Zulu Ecosystems is a leading tech-enabled developer of high-integrity nature restoration projects. With significant traction, including 20 active projects, 75,000 hectares of properties under management and a 500,000-hectare pipeline, Zulu Ecosystems is poised to scale globally. The company leverages proprietary technology and cutting-edge applied science to source, design, and deliver large-scale ecosystem restoration while solving key challenges in the emerging natural capital markets. This is a transformative role working in close partnership with the Head of Natural Capital , Natural Capital Partnerships Director and Head of Operations to cataly s e Zulu Ecosystems’ platform and existing traction into a formidable financial enterprise in service of nature and climate. The Natural Capital Manager (Scotland) will play a pivotal role in developing Zulu Ecosystems capabilities and offering in and across Scotla nd. This opportunity will inc lude being responsible for project pipeline, fostering strategic partnerships, and building relationships across NGOs to unlock new markets and revenue s treams. Zulu Eco systems currently operates in both Scotland and England. This role will build on that momentum to expand the pipeline of restoration activities across our main service offerings: Woodland Creation, Peatland Restoration , Los t Woodland Restoration, Nat ural F lood M itigation and B iodiversity. Key Responsibilities Commercial Leadership: Source, develop and secure high-impact commercial relationships - with landowners, NGOs and stakeholders that will lead to new deals . Marketing and community engagement: Organise and attend key events representing Zulu and be the key commercial contact within the region . Client Development: Maintain excellent long-term customer relationships and upsell Zulu Ecosystems service offering over the length of the project engagement. Go - to - Market - Responsible for building , in conjunction with our Head of Natural Capital , our commercial strategy for Natural Capital in Scotland. Structure deals: Build and negotiate project finance structures and modeling. Internal c ollaborat ion: work alongside the wider Origination, Product, R&D and Operations teams on building a pipeline of relevant projects at pace . Continue to build our data capability and enhance Zulu’s product offering. Committed to help solve the climate and nature crises Track record of originating projects in the nature or renewables arena Strategic thinker with passion for solving complex challenges in dynamic marketplace Self-starter with a growth mindset who has worked in fast-paced environments Enjoys working with a diverse mix of high-performing individuals Excellent communication skills; can distil complex themes into simple language that speaks to a range of different stakeholders Uncompromising integrity and strong level of self-awareness Financial mod elling and contract negotiation skills Compelling presentation/pitching and client-facing skills Strong academic record in a related field is an advantage You will work with a market-leading team on a mission to regenerate natural habitats worldwide and become the most trusted provider of Nature-based Solutions. This opportunity offers the right candidate the platform to define a future of eco-friendly technologies . T ogether, we can make a lasting positive impact on the environment. Your impact is meaningful and will make a fundamental difference in what our world looks like for the next generation. Together, we can make a lasting positive impact on the environment, people, and planet. We also offer a competitive benefits package: Competitive salary and performance incentive bonus S tock options, reflecting the role success for the business Private h ealthca re Workplace pension scheme 25 days holiday Multi-disciplinary team & collaborative culture Flexible working/hybrid working Learning and Development budget Personal development opportunities