Senior Advisor - Chemicals and Water - 31861

Overview

Senior Advisor - Chemicals and Water – 31861. Role focused on chemicals in water, shaping national strategy, and contributing to regulatory improvement within the Chemicals Surveillance and Emerging Risks Team.Join the Chemicals Surveillance and Emerging Risks Team within the Chemicals Programme, part of the Environment and Business Directorate. We identify emerging chemical risks, use evidence to shape policy, and guide regulatory responses. This is a national role with flexible working location; some travel and face-to-face meetings (usually in Birmingham or Bristol) may be required. Work is conducted via MS Teams with occasional travel for meetings.We’re committed to a diverse, inclusive workforce and to flexible working arrangements. The Environment Agency promotes an inclusive culture and values evidence, expertise, and innovation to enhance delivery, influence legislation, and secure resources.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, mentor colleagues, and promote innovation.Translate evidence into action to deliver environmental outcomes.Possibly take on online management responsibilities to support growth and development of team members.Experience/skills Required

We are looking for a strategic, self-motivated professional with knowledge of the water industry, water quality planning, and permitting processes including Price Review cycles and River Basin Management Planning. You’ll work across policy, regulation, and stakeholder engagement to influence national programmes and deliver environmental outcomes.Essential experience:Degree or equivalent experience in environmental science, policy, or related fieldsUnderstanding of water industry planning, regulation, and/or permittingStrong stakeholder engagement/relationship-building skills with government and industryStrategic thinking and data analysis skills in environmental planning or water qualityExcellent communication skills; ability to translate technical information into clear, actionable policyLeadership in projects, programmes, or people with a collaborative and inclusive approachStrong organisational skills and ability to manage competing prioritiesDesirable:Awareness of environmental risks posed by chemicals and regulationsMembership of a relevant professional bodyAdditional information

You’ll have an inclusive incident management objective in your development plan; training will be provided.EA office base location is flexible as it is a national role; some travel and overnight stays required.Some travel and face-to-face meetings are required; most work via MS Teams.Please read the Candidate / Additional Information Pack for details.For queries: melanie.farmer@environment-agency.gov.ukApplications are “blind” assessed using competency questions; interviews will be via MS Teams.If you consent to being on a reserve list, we may contact you for up to 6 months with potential alternative posts.Competencies

Shapes organisational approach and delivery: Describe how you translated a direction into an operational approach with water quality benefits.Takes Decisions and Solves Problems: Co-ordinate information from multiple sources to solve a difficult technical problem.Influences and Persuades Others: Persuade stakeholders to shift direction to deliver an environmental outcome.Manages Self: Reflect on strengths, weaknesses, and ongoing development to keep specialist knowledge current.Seniority

Mid-Senior levelEmployment type

Full-timeJob function

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