About The Role
We are seeking an exceptional individual to help embed environmental considerations in the work of the policy directorate and across the Combined Authority. This role will help to set the agenda for the future of the Liverpool City Region (LCR), working within the policy and strategy directorate but influencing and liaising across the Combined Authority (CA) and within our stakeholder partnership. This is an exciting time to join us as we enter a new phase of devolution whilst continuing to deliver our Five Year Climate Action Plan.
The Combined Authority is growing our ability to act as convenor and supporter of action on climate themes across the LCR. We are looking for an individual with excellent collaboration and co‑operation skills, ideally with experience in a public sector environment. The role will involve developing and maintaining close working relationships with internal teams, our Liverpool City Region Local Authority partners and key external stakeholders.
Our work covers a broad agenda, including climate change and resilience, integrated water management, air quality and transport, nature recovery, waste and resources, health and wellbeing, carbon and environment literacy, sustainable energy, food, rural issues and agriculture. Increased devolution of powers in this area is likely in future years, so flexibility to work across a broad range of environmental and associated themes is highly desirable. This role presents an opportunity to shape the Combined Authority’s approach to the climate and ecological emergency, helping to realise the Mayor’s ambition to target net zero carbon by 2035.
About The Person
You will be able to work on your own initiative with a high level of responsibility and confidentiality, and you will need to show an ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing, along with excellent relationship‑building skills. You will be expected to liaise with internal and external groups and to adapt your approach to meet the needs of a rapidly changing work programme.
Key Essential Criteria
* [Strategic thinking and insight] – ability to see the bigger picture and translate complex information into clear policy direction
* [Influencing and partnership working] – builds trust and credibility to influence outcomes without direct authority
* [Communication and engagement] – communicates complex ideas clearly and persuasively to diverse audiences
Benefits
* Local Government Pension Scheme contributions between 5.5% and 12.5%
* Generous holiday entitlement of 29 days rising to 34 days after 5 years service, as well as bank holidays and the option to buy 10 additional days
* Free travel around Liverpool City Region with an All‑Zone Metro card worth £1,450 per year plus All Zones Off Peak Trio ticket for your spouse or partner
* Flexible and hybrid working
* 24/7 access to Employee Assistance Programme for you and your family and free counselling service
* Automatic enrolment to our Westfield Health Programme
* Corporate discounts at council‑owned gyms
* Bike to Work Scheme
* Coaching, mentoring, apprenticeships, and professional qualifications including paid membership fees and an interest‑free learning loan for any non‑job‑related learning
Equality, Diversity & Inclusion
We offer a guaranteed interview scheme for candidates who have declared that they: have a disability, are from a Black, Asian or Minority Ethnic background, are care experienced (whether through foster care, residential care, supported living, kinship care, live‑in care, home care or adoption), are a member of a reservist or have close family links to a member of the Armed Forces. To be considered under one of these schemes you must indicate your eligibility in the relevant section of the application form and demonstrate how you meet the key essential criteria listed above.
Role could be eligible for sponsorship
We actively promote diversity and inclusion. This role may be eligible for sponsorship under the Skilled Worker route. We recommend that you assess your eligibility before applying for this position. Please visit https://www.gov.uk/skilled-worker-visa.
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