485112 Floods Policy Analyst

Government Recruitment Service; Greater London; Hybrid; GBP 43,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

The Department for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs (Defra) is seeking a Floods Policy Analyst in London. The role requires policy analysis and collaboration with stakeholders, with a hybrid working pattern offering two days of remote work.

This permanent, full-time position is based in London and supports Defra’s priorities on flood risk management and resilience. Apply by the stated closing date through the Government Recruitment Service.

Qualifications

• Experience in policy research and data interpretation.
• Ability to translate complex data into policy recommendations.

Responsibilities

• Analyse flood risk policies and regulatory implications.
• Support development and evaluation of flood resilience strategies.

Skills

Policy analysis

Stakeholder engagement

Job description

The Department for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs (Defra) is the UK government department responsible for safeguarding our natural environment, supporting our world-leading food and farming industry, and sustaining a thriving rural economy. Our broad remit means we play a major role in people's day-to-day life, from the food we eat, and the air we breathe, to the water we drink.

We recognise the challenges that people with (multiple) protected characteristics may experience on the job market and in their career progression. We are fully committed to being an inclusive employer and ensuring equal opportunities. We are keen to make our workforce as diverse as possible, and we hope to attract applications from underrepresented groups.

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485112 Floods Policy Analyst

Company: Government Recruitment Service Salary: from £47,557 a year Hours: Full-time Location: London Working pattern: Hybrid - 2 days remote Job type: Permanent Posting date: 15 Oct 2026 Closing date: 9 Nov 2026 Apply for this job

Summary

The Department for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs (Defra) is the UK government department responsible for safeguarding our natural environment, supporting our world-leading food and farming industry, and sustaining a thriving rural economy. Our broad remit means we play a major role in people's day-to-day life, from the food we eat, and the air we breathe, to the water we drink.

We recognise the challenges that people with (multiple) protected characteristics may experience on the job market and in their career progression. We are fully committed to being an inclusive employer and ensuring equal opportunities. We are keen to make our workforce as diverse as possible, and we hope to attract applications from underrepresented groups.

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