Overview

Senior Advisor - Chemicals and Water – 31861. Join the Chemicals Surveillance and Emerging Risks Team within the Chemicals Programme, Environment Agency. This role focuses on chemicals in water and involves shaping policy, contributing to national strategies, and delivering environmental protection through regulatory innovation and evidence-based decision making.Responsibilities

Lead development of our chemical strategy for 2030–2035 through the Price Review programme.Ensure effective delivery of AMP8 and AMP9.Review high risk permitted activities.Influence national plans through collaboration with Defra, the water industry, and other stakeholders.Provide technical leadership across teams, mentor colleagues, and promote innovation.Translate evidence into action to deliver environmental outcomes.Potentially undertake online management responsibilities to support growth and development of others in the team.Experience and Skills

Essential

Degree or equivalent experience in environmental science/policy/related fields.Understanding of water industry planning, regulation and/or permitting.Strong stakeholder engagement/relationship building skills, including with government and industry.Strategic thinking and data analysis skills in environmental planning or water quality.Excellent communication skills, with the ability to translate technical information into clear, actionable policy.Leadership in projects, programmes, or people, with a collaborative and inclusive approach.Strong organisational skills and the ability to manage competing priorities.Desirable

Awareness of environmental risks posed by chemicals and regulations.Membership of a relevant professional body.Working Arrangements

The team works via MS Teams and may require travel for face-to-face meetings (usually in Birmingham or Bristol). The Environment Agency is committed to an inclusive workforce and flexible working patterns, including job share. This is a national role with a flexible working location; occasional travel and overnights will be required. You will have an inclusive development plan and training opportunities.Application Process and Other Information

Applications are blind assessed using competency questions. Interviews will be held via MS Teams. For applicants who currently work in local government or other bodies, continuous service eligibility may vary. The Environment Agency is not part of HM Civil Service. There is a Guaranteed Interview Policy to support applicants with a disability. If you are applying from the Civil Service, note the EA is not Crown Servant.For queries, contact melanie.farmer@environment-agency.gov.uk. Please read the Candidate / Additional Information Pack for more information.Contact and Additional Details

Seniority level: Mid-Senior level. Employment type: Full-time. Job function: Other.

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