Senior Advisor - Chemicals and Water - 31861

Overview

Senior Advisor - Chemicals and Water - 31861Join the Chemicals Surveillance and Emerging Risks team within the Chemicals Programme, part of the Environment Agency. This role focuses on chemicals in water and offers the chance to shape the chemicals component of the Price Review programme, contribute to the Chemicals Investigation Programme, and ensure chemical risks are addressed through permit reviews and regulatory innovation. You will work to influence national strategy and deliver smarter, more effective environmental protection.As a senior chemicals lead, you will: 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, mentoring colleagues and promoting innovation; translate evidence into action to deliver environmental outcomes. There may also be opportunities to take online management responsibilities to support the growth and development of others in the team.Responsibilities

Lead development of the 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, mentoring colleagues and promoting innovation.Translate evidence into action to deliver environmental outcomes.Support networking and, where appropriate, management responsibilities to develop others in the team.Experience and Qualifications

Degree or equivalent in environmental science/policy or 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; 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.Additional Information

Location: EA office base location; as a national role, the working location is flexible.Some travel and overnight stays will be required; we use MS Teams for remote work.Inclusive, diverse, and flexible working patterns are supported; please include any preferred working arrangements.Applications may be assessed blind; Interviews will be conducted via MS Teams.We are committed to an inclusive workforce and to a positive, supportive culture. For questions about the role, please contact the Environment Agency recruitment ..... full job details .....