Overview
Advisor - Water Quality Permitting Strategy. We are seeking an experienced advisor to join the Water Quality Permitting Strategy Team within the Environment & Business (E&B) department. This role supports the Environment Agency’s work to improve England’s water quality, focusing on regulation of water discharge activities.
Responsibilities
* Develop permitting strategies to address complex water quality issues across industries.
* Create and embed evidence-based policies to improve regulatory outcomes.
* Collaborate with internal and external stakeholders to align permitting with environmental challenges.
* Streamline processes and adopt digital tools to enhance efficiency and effectiveness.
* Lead and support complex water quality permitting projects to meet legal and environmental standards.
* Develop and implement long-term strategic approaches to water regulation.
* Be customer-focused, engaging with government, other agencies, industry and environmental bodies.
* Analyse water quality data to inform policy and permitting approaches.
* Drive innovation and continuous improvement in regulatory practices.
* Be flexible and creative, sometimes working in unfamiliar territory without established processes or guidance.
* Receive support from team specialists and the wider organisation.
Experience and Skills
* A degree (or equivalent) in environmental science, water management, or related field.
* Strong knowledge of water quality legislation, policies and standards.
* Experience in water quality permitting, wastewater discharge regulation or environmental permitting.
* Strong interpersonal and communication skills to engage with diverse stakeholders.
* Enthusiasm and experience of working collaboratively and creatively to deliver innovation.
* Ability to effectively communicate and engage people to motivate action and resolve conflicts.
* Commitment to promoting diversity and fostering an inclusive workplace.
* Proven ability to manage complex projects and deliver results within deadlines.
* Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills.
* Strong problem-solving and decision-making abilities.
Location and Working Arrangements
You’ll have an EA Office base location, with this being a national role; working location is flexible / hybrid. Some travel and overnights may be required.
Additional Information
We are committed to an inclusive workforce and welcome flexible working patterns, including job share. We also offer a Guaranteed Interview Policy to support those with a disability. The Environment Agency is a Non-Departmental Public Body; if applying from Civil Service, note the Environment Agency is not part of HM Civil Service. For who may be eligible for continuous service, please consult your HR team.
Interviews will be held via MS Teams within three weeks of the closing date. If you have questions, contact Ben Bradford (ben.bradford@environment-agency.gov.uk).
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