Come and join our friendly team to help Oxfordshire continue to lead the way on climate action. About us Oxfordshire County Council is the highest scoring county council for climate action according to Climate Emergency UK’s Scorecard, putting Climate Action at the heart of our corporate agenda. In a County where our partners and communities are passionate about addressing the climate emergency, home to world leading climate research, and a thriving innovation economy, we know that Oxfordshire can continue to be at the forefront of the zero-carbon transition. About the role We have created new teams in our growing climate action service. Our role of Zero Carbon Oxfordshire Policy and Projects Lead will lead on providing expert support for the development of policy and strategy across the organisation to deliver our ambition of a net zero county. This role will ensure the council has performance measures, evidence and data to support reporting on progress. About you We’re looking for a strong strategic thinker, excellent communicator and confident partnership worker. You will have strong project management skills, expert knowledge of the net zero agenda and experience of developing strategies to drive change, including in partnership. Being able to build working relationships and effectively communicate complex, professional advice is vital. Rewards and benefits Culture of flexible working Technology to support agile working where role permits Up to 33 day’s holiday p.a. plus bank holidays Option to ‘buy’ additional holiday Employee Assistance Programme including access to health and wellbeing support Membership of the Local Government contributory pension scheme, with an employer’s contribution of up to 19.9% Enhanced family friendly policies Local and national discounts for shopping and travel Great learning and development opportunities to support your ongoing development Closing date: Monday 13 May 2024. Interview date: Week commencing Monday 20 May 2024.