Job Description
Salary - £37,462
Locations - Nationwide
Grade - 5
Post Type/ Working Pattern - Full Time, flexible working available
About us
If you're part of the Environment Agency (EA), you're part of the solution. Working with us means protecting and improving the environment and tackling issues of national importance. We're based across England, and our responsibilities span industry regulation, flood defences, land contamination, water quality, fisheries and conservation. Such broad scope of work calls for diverse, multi-skilled teams. Together, we'll promote sustainable growth, tackle climate change and secure a better future for everyone.
Your role with us
From Hinkley Point C to the Lower Thames Crossing, we provide specialist advice on Nationally Significant Infrastructure Projects (NSIPs). Supporting our Area teams, you will review application documents and plans, and provide expert guidance on wildlife and conservation matters. Whether it's Habitats Regulations Assessments or Biodiversity Net Gain advice, your input will contribute to the development of sustainable growth. By building relationships of trust with a variety of stakeholders, you will be able to support and influence others in the protection and enhancement of the environment.
What do I need?
A passionate and authoritative advocate for conservation and ecology, you'll have proven technical experience matched by sound knowledge of relevant environmental regulations, legislation and frameworks. Experience of working on large planning applications and NSIPs would be useful. You will be:
A proven team player with excellent interpersonal skills, capable of influencing planning decisions to ensure that conservation and ecology is protected and enhanced for the future
An effective influencer able to work flexibly and respond to competing demands in a time-pressured environment
Experienced in delivering environmental improvements through others
Well-organised, computer literate and able to respond to tight deadlines
What's in it for you?
You'll benefit from a culture that embraces difference and includes everyone, where you'll feel supported and trusted to do the right thing. We'll invest in you and allow you to grow and shape your career. What's more, you'll have access to our great benefits package including:
A competitive salary of £37,462
27 days holiday + 8 bank holidays
Great career opportunities
Maternity, paternity and adoption leave scheme
A range of flexible working options
As an organisation we strive to reflect the communities we serve, to achieve this we welcome applications from all backgrounds regardless of race, sexual orientation, and religion. We also welcome applications for part-time hours.
If this sounds like you, we'd love to hear from you. Click apply and start your application today!
Job Type: Full-time
Salary: £37,462.00 per year
Work Location: One location