Director of Energy and Resources

The Environment Agency (EA) plays a vital role in protecting and enhancing England''s environment - from improving air and water quality, to regulating industry, managing waste, and supporting the UK''s transition to clean energy. As a world-class regulator, the EA works at the intersection of environment, economy and society, helping to create a greener, more resilient future for people, nature and business. The Environment Agency is now seeking an exceptional leader to join its Environment and Business Directorate as Director of Energy and Resources. This is a pivotal and outward-facing role, leading the EA''s strategy and regulation across energy, waste, resources, chemicals and manufacturing - sectors that are critical to the UK''s ambitions for net zero, sustainable growth and industrial resilience. Reporting to the Executive Director of Environment and Business, the postholder will lead a multi-disciplinary Directorate of around 260 staff and oversee a budget of approximately £36 million, with responsibility for a further £122 million of regulatory income. Working closely with government departments including DESNZ, Defra, DfT and DBT, and with senior industry leaders, the Director will shape and deliver regulatory strategies that both protect the environment and enable innovation, clean energy and growth. The role combines strategic leadership, policy influence and delivery oversight. The successful candidate will advise the Executive Directors Team and Board on ..... full job details .....