Strategy & Government Relations Officer – 32590
We are looking for an enthusiastic individual to join the Environment Agency’s Strategy Directorate. In this role you will support strategic thinking and strengthen the Agency’s reputation with Government, Parliament, and key stakeholders. The role covers flood risk, climate adaptation, environmental protection, circular economy and water resources. You will also support emergency response, particularly during major flood incidents.
Key responsibilities:
* Coordinating and quality‑assuring responses to high‑profile requests, such as ministerial correspondence.
* Managing shared inboxes, tracking actions and improving information flow.
* Supporting responses to parliamentary questions, ministerial or senior briefings.
* Delivering impactful engagement with external stakeholders.
* Monitoring trends, government and political activity, and sharing intelligence across the organisation.
* Building and maintaining effective relationships across the Defra Group, including senior leadership.
* Supporting incident management activities.
Qualifications & skills:
* Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
* Strong attention to detail and ability to present information clearly and accurately.
* Flexible approach with a proven ability to deliver high‑quality work to tight deadlines.
* Resilience under pressure and confidence in knowing when to seek guidance and support.
* Experience in a customer‑facing or stakeholder engagement role, with a focus on building relationships and maintaining a positive reputation.
* Strong organisational skills, including effective management of knowledge and information.
* Understanding of parliamentary and government processes, or experience in stakeholder engagement (desirable but not essential).
We are fully committed to having an inclusive workforce that reflects the communities we serve. We don’t just talk about diversity; we seek it, embrace it, and live it — for the benefit of our staff, our communities, and our environment.
For enquiries please contact eatalent@environment-agency.gov.uk.
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