Senior Advisor - Chemicals and Water - 31861

Overview

Senior Advisor - Chemicals and Water - 31861. Join the Chemicals Surveillance and Emerging Risks team within the Chemicals Programme, part of the Environment and Business Directorate. 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.We’re looking for a confident, experienced professional with an interest in policy development ready to lead on one of the most important environmental challenges of our time.Responsibilities

Lead development of our chemical’s 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.Contribute to online management responsibilities, supporting the growth and development of others in the team where applicable.Experience and qualifications

Essential experience:Degree or equivalent experience in environmental science/policy/related fieldsUnderstanding of water industry planning, regulation and/or permittingStrong stakeholder engagement/relationship building skills, including with government and industryStrategic thinking and data analysis skills in environmental planning or water qualityExcellent communication skills, with the ability to translate technical and scientific information into clear, actionable policyLeadership in projects, programmes, or people, with a collaborative and inclusive approachStrong organisational skills and the ability to manage competing prioritiesDesirable:Awareness of environmental risks posed by chemicals and regulationsMembership of a relevant professional bodyTeam, location and travel

As a dispersed team, work via MS Teams and travel for face-to-face meetings, usually in Birmingham or Bristol. The role is national with flexible working location; some travel and overnights will be required.Additional information

You’ll have an inclusive incident management objective in your development plan. We’ll help you find a role to suit your needs. Appropriate training will be given.The Environment Agency is committed to building an inclusive workforce, welcomes flexible working patterns, and has a Guaranteed Interview Policy to support disabled applicants.Interviews will be held via MS Teams. Applications are assessed blind using competency questions. If you are applying from the Civil Service note the Environment Agency is not part of HM Civil Service.Contact: melanie.farmer@environment-agency.gov.ukLocation: Greater Bristol Area, United Kingdom (with national ..... full job details .....