Use your financial expertise to support Scotland’s trees and native woodlands

Future Woodlands Scotland is looking for a Finance Trustee to join our Board and help guide the organisation through its next phase of growth.

This is an opportunity to play a meaningful role in tackling the climate crisis and restoring Scotland’s landscapes, supporting work that spans from urban forestry to the recovery of native woodlands.

About the role

Maintaining robust finances and the astute management of our funding is an essential part of our charitable impact in the field. As Finance Trustee, you’ll help ensure the charity remains financially strong, well-governed and sustainable, bringing your expertise to support strategic decision-making and long-term impact.

What you’ll bring

• Professional experience in finance (e.g. accountancy, audit, financial management)
• A strategic mindset and sound judgement
• The ability to contribute effectively at Board level

You don’t need previous Trustee experience, and an environmental background is welcome but not essential.

What you’ll gain

• The chance to shape a growing, ambitious environmental charity
• Experience of operating at Board level
• The opportunity to make a tangible difference for nature and communities across Scotland

Time commitment

• Two online meetings per year (approx. two hours)
• Two in-person meetings per year
• Finance and Audit Committee (approx. two hours four times a year)

Apply now

• To find out more, download the recruitment pack
• Please email your CV and covering letter to Luke Strachan, Chief Executive,  [email protected] 
• The covering letter should explain your suitability and any other relevant skills or experience you feel will add value to the trustee role and Future Woodlands Scotland.

If you would like an informal chat about the role, please also contact Luke who will arrange a phone call with our current Finance Trustee at a suitable time.

Key dates

• Application deadline: 5pm, Monday 24 August 2026
• Interviews: Tuesday 8 September 2026, in person in Edinburgh