🚀 Strategic Design and Transition Programme - Strategy Policy Specialist - 32182

Strategic Design and Transition Programme – Strategy Policy Specialist

Job ID: 32182

The Environment Agency (EA) is fully committed to having an inclusive workforce to reflect the communities we serve. We don’t just talk about diversity; we seek it, embrace it, and live it, for the benefit of our staff, our communities, and our environment.

About the role

You will be a central member of the Strategic Design and Transition Programme, working to interpret the Independent Water Commission’s report recommendations for the future of the Environment Agency. You will help shape the agency’s future model, develop strategic plans and ensure the EA continues to protect and enhance the environment while supporting sustainable growth.

Responsibilities

• Provide high‑quality, balanced and evidence‑based advice to support future thinking in light of the IWC report recommendations, particularly the recommendation to create a single water regulator.
• Engage with colleagues across government, within the EA and other regulators to align thinking and secure stakeholder support.
• Embrace constructive challenge and diverse thinking while keeping pace in a fast‑moving environment.
• Take a flexible approach and support other projects and workstreams within the programme as needed.
• Act as an active member of the programme team, contributing to a high‑performing, agile and resilient culture.

Experience & Skills Required

• Experience of working with central government to develop policy, including collaboration with specialists such as economists and scientists.
• Strategic thinking and the ability to act judiciously.
• Excellent communication and engagement skills, with the ability to translate complex or ambiguous issues into simple, targeted advice, often at short notice.
• Experience of working across boundaries and influencing at all levels.

Contact and Application

Working location is flexible; the role is based at an EA office. Some travel may be required and could include overnight stays.

For more information, see the Job Profile. Queries:

Applications are blind‑assessed. Interviews will be held via MS Teams within two weeks of the closing date.

Contract and Commitment

Up to 12 months.

Diversity and Inclusion

The Environment Agency is fully committed to having a diverse and inclusive workforce. Flexible working patterns, including job share, are welcome. The Agency has a Guaranteed Interview Policy to support applicants with a disability. Artificial intelligence may be used to support applications, but all submissions must be truthful and original.