Planning Advisor – Environment Agency Yorkshire Area Sustainable Places Team
The Environment Agency is looking for a motivated and enthusiastic individual to join our Yorkshire Area Sustainable Places Team. In this role you will play an essential part in overseeing the Environment Agency’s involvement in the planning process across the area. Your work will help safeguard people, property, and the environment while contributing to sustainable development and climate action.
Responsibilities
* Oversee planning consultations from Local Authorities and developers, ensuring prompt and effective responses.
* Collaborate with colleagues in flood risk, contaminated land, water quality, biodiversity, and Environment Management to provide comprehensive and expert advice.
* Advocate for climate change considerations in planning, influencing local policy, development proposals, and providing feedback on planning applications.
* Provide guidance on various development types, including residential, commercial, and minerals and waste projects.
* Respond to pre‑planning inquiries, planning application consultations, and local authority development plans.
* Develop and refine your project management, financial, and innovation skills while contributing to the team’s goals.
Qualifications & skills
* Passion for People & the Environment; a genuine interest in making a positive impact on communities and the environment.
* Interest in Planning Systems; knowledge of planning, economics, and development.
* Teamwork & Collaboration; strong ability to work well with others and share ideas.
* Influencing & Negotiation; confidence in influencing and negotiating with various stakeholders.
* IT Proficiency; good IT skills for project management and communication.
* Engagement & Communication; ability to effectively engage and communicate with diverse audiences.
* Problem‑Solving & Results‑Oriented; proactive in addressing challenges and achieving results.
* People & Project Management; strong skills in managing people and projects to meet deadlines.
* Adaptability & Prioritisation; ability to adapt and prioritise effectively in a fast‑paced environment.
Competency assessment
* Managing the Agency’s Interaction in the Land Use Planning Process: Provide an example of when you had to consider UK town and country planning policy to influence or support sustainable growth in a community or development project.
* Focuses on Customers and Partners: Describe a situation where you proactively took steps to establish trust and maintain an effective, ongoing relationship with a key customer or partner. What actions did you take, and what was the outcome?
* Communicates Effectively: Describe a time in a work environment when a breakdown in communication led to a misunderstanding or challenge. What was the impact, and how did you address and resolve it?
* Achieves Results: Describe a time when you exceeded expectations in your role. What did you do to go above and beyond?
Application information
We do not accept CVs; therefore, your answers to the competencies will be used for selection. Use the STAR approach when responding.
Questions will be asked via the Microsoft Teams interview platform, scheduled for the week commencing 24th November 2025.
Interview location: the Lateral and Foss offices (Yorkshire). Regular travel to Leeds or York will be expected on a weekly basis.
For further information, please contact Farzana Anjum at Farzana.Anjum@environment-agency.gov.uk.
Artificial intelligence can be a useful tool to support your application; however, all examples and statements provided must be truthful, factually accurate and taken directly from your own experience. All applications must comply with internal guidelines and may be withdrawn if plagiarism or misrepresentation is detected.
We are fully committed to having a diverse and inclusive workforce. Flexible working arrangements are available to all eligible applicants.
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