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Job Description
We value a diverse workforce and welcome applications from all sections of the community wishing to join a workforce which embraces difference and welcomes everyone.
At the Environment Agency there’s so much more to our work than building flood risk management schemes or regulating industry. We strive to ensure that everything we do counts towards leaving a legacy to be proud of for people, communities, and the environment – for all of us to enjoy and for future generations.
This role is all about supporting the team overseeing the commercial governance of our contracts with key consultancies and contractors – a vital role in the success of our projects, and our ability to maximise returns on our budget and demonstrate value for money. You’ll also help set up and manage pathfinder programmes that embed best practice and develop long‑term collaborative partnership arrangements that deliver for both of us, and society.
The Commercial Assurance and Framework Management Team provides country‑wide support to our Integrated Delivery Management teams and wider Project Management community, championing effective governance and commercial assurance to achieve the very best value for money. It’s something that will see you quickly develop excellent relationships internally and externally and become an expert on contractual and commercial interpretations within a high performing team.
Everyone that joins us is required to undertake training and participate in incident response duties when the need to respond arises. Having an incident role is an essential part of working for the Environment Agency and an active way to support communities and prevent harm to the environment. Further information on incident response can be found within your candidate pack.
Key Responsibilities
* Support the Commercial Governance team in managing contracts with key consultancies and contractors.
* Develop and manage pathfinder programmes to embed best practice and long‑term partnership arrangements.
* Deliver value for money, maximising returns on the agency’s budget.
* Build and maintain relationships with internal teams and external stakeholders.
* Undertake training and participate in incident response duties as required.
* Champion commercial and contractual best practice within the Commercial Assurance and Framework Management Team.
Key Qualifications & Skills
* Essential education/skills/behaviours: A‑Level or equivalent.
* Skilled communicator with strong interpersonal and influencing skills.
* Experience in stakeholder management.
* Strong data and document management skills.
* Commercial acumen – ability to understand and analyse business situations, take proportionate risks, make informed decisions and deliver the most advantageous solution.
* Administration skills – strong organisation and ability to write minutes and draft reports.
* Willingness to pursue professional qualifications such as NEC training, CIPS, etc.
* Interest in infrastructure, construction or environmental programmes.
* Desirable: Degree or equivalent professional qualification (e.g., ICE, CIWEM, APM, CIPS, RICS).
* Formal training in contract management (e.g., NEC, Contract Management Capability Programme).
Benefits
* Generous pension provision and leave entitlement.
* Flexible working to support a healthy work/life balance.
* Excellent training and learning opportunities, including personal and professional development.
* Hybrid working arrangement available.
* Some travel required with occasional overnight stays.
Contact Information
For further information, email: Kerrie.Pitson@environment-agency.gov.uk
Virtual open evening will be held on 23/10/25 at 18:00.
Interviews w/c 17/11/25.
Important Notices
* The role does NOT qualify for sponsorship; UK visitors should seek advice from UKVI.
* We have a guaranteed interview policy for candidates with a disability.
* All applications must be truthful; plagiarism or inaccurate statements may lead to withdrawal.
* The Environment Agency is a non‑Departmental Public Body and does not engage in direct market procurement via email or phone calls.
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