Overview
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At the Environment Agency there’s 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.
Role purpose
This role supports the team overseeing the commercial governance of contracts with key consultancies and contractors – a vital part of project success, maximising budget value and demonstrating value for money. You will help set up and manage pathfinder programmes that embed best practice and develop long-term collaborative partnerships that deliver for both the organisation and society.
You will be supported by the Commercial Assurance and Framework Management Team, which provides country-wide support to Integrated Delivery Management teams and wider Project Management, championing effective governance and commercial assurance to achieve best value for money.
What you will do
* Support a national team and local delivery hub leadership to ensure delivery of sustainable outcomes on delivery programmes.
* Participate in training and incident response duties as required. Incident response is an essential part of working for the Environment Agency and supports communities and the environment. Further information is in your candidate pack.
* Work within the Commercial and Framework Management (CAFM) team, part of Portfolio Management, Assurance & Commercial (PMAC), to help create a better place and resilient communities through excellent commercial risk management.
* Develop strong internal and external relationships and become an expert on contractual and commercial interpretations within a high-performing team.
Experience / skills required
Essential education/skills/behaviours
* A-Level Qualifications, Level 3 Qualifications or equivalent.
* Skilled communicator with strong interpersonal/influencing skills.
* Stakeholder management experience.
* Strong data and document management skills.
* Commercial acumen – ability to understand and analyse business situations, take proportionate risks, make informed decisions and deliver value for money. Demonstrate curiosity and drive to achieve value for money.
* Administration skills – strong organisation skills, ability to write minutes and draft reports.
* Willingness to shadow, undertake long-term professional qualifications (such as NEC training, CIPS) and the confidence to ask questions to drive development.
* Interest in infrastructure, construction or environmental programmes.
Desirable education / professional requirements
* Degree or equivalent professional qualification or experience.
* Working towards status with a recognised professional body such as ICE, CIWEM, APM, CIPS, or RICS.
* Formal training in contract management (e.g., NEC, Contract Management Capability Programme).
Application and additional information
* When completing your application please tell us why you think you would be suitable for the role and what skills and experience you would bring.
* Please note this role does NOT qualify for sponsorship. See UKVI guidance for options to obtain right to work in the UK.
* Benefits include generous pension provision and leave entitlement. Flexible working supports a healthy work/life balance. Training and development opportunities are available.
* The team is nationally dispersed; some travel may be required. Hybrid working is available.
* A virtual open evening will be held on 23/10/25 at 18:00. For further information, email: Kerrie.Pitson@environment-agency.gov.uk. Interviews w/c 17/11/25.
Competencies
1. Competence 1 — Influences and Persuades Others
Description
Presenting a case in a convincing and attractive way to win support for plans; often succeeding where logic and reason alone would fail.
When providing evidence for competencies, give examples within this role or transferable skills. CVs or other documents attached to your application will not be assessed for selection.
Question: Describe a situation where you persuaded a senior leader to pursue a challenging course of action in a commercial environment, including techniques used. Your answer will be used for interview selection (STAR technique recommended).
2. Competence 2 — Focuses on Customers and Partners
Addresses the needs of internal and external customers with rapid and effective responses. CVs or other documents attached to your application will not be assessed for selection.
Question: Describe balancing the needs of stakeholders with differing drivers to reach a successful outcome. How did you manage relationships? (STAR recommended).
3. Competence 3 — Data and Information Management
Collects, analyses, interprets, records, manages, develops and shares data and information appropriately for a variety of purposes. CVs or other documents attached to your application will not be assessed for selection.
Question: Describe a time you collected, validated, and managed complex commercial data from multiple sources and the processes used to ensure accuracy, security, and standards compliance. STAR recommended.
Governance and equality We are committed to a diverse and inclusive workforce. Flexible working patterns are encouraged, including job share. We guarantee interview to anyone with a disability meeting minimum criteria.
The Environment Agency is a non-departmental public body and uses government frameworks for external recruitment. For supplier opportunities, see the Crown Commercial Service guidance on becoming a supplier.
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