Environmental Planner (Policy)

ScottishPower; Glasgow; Hybrid; GBP 53,000 - 67,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading energy company as an Environmental Planner (Policy) in Central and Southern Scotland. You will develop and coordinate consultation responses, engage with stakeholders, and influence policy in a role that supports sustainable energy initiatives. Enjoy a competitive salary, extensive benefits, and the opportunity to contribute to impactful projects.

Benefits

Pension scheme with company contribution up to 10%

36 days annual leave

Share Incentive Plan

Health and wellbeing benefits

Qualifications

• Fluent spoken and written English.
• UK Driving Licence.
• Experience in planning, environmental policy, or land management.

Responsibilities

• Developing, coordinating, and submitting consultation responses on planning and environmental legislation.
• Ensuring consistency across teams and aligning responses with business objectives.
• Acting as a key interface between stakeholders and national policy discussions.

Skills

Project management skills

Stakeholder engagement

Analytical abilities

Problem-solving abilities

Communication skills

Resilience

Education

Relevant qualifications in planning or environmental disciplines

Job description

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Location: Covering Central and Southern Scotland

Salary: From £53,280 to £66,600 (dependent on experience)

Type: Full time / Permanent / Hybrid

Closing Date: 01/06/2025

About ScottishPower

Scottish Power Energy Networks (SPEN) is expanding its transmission and distribution infrastructure across Scotland, England, and Wales. The Land & Planning Team plays a vital role in shaping policy and regulatory frameworks to support growth targets.

Responsibilities

• Developing, coordinating, and submitting consultation responses on planning, energy, and environmental legislation.
• Ensuring consistency across teams and aligning responses with business objectives.
• Contributing to engagement strategies and influencing policy.
• Tracking and reporting consultation responses within SPEN’s license areas.
• Acting as a key interface between internal stakeholders and national policy discussions.
• Managing external workstreams and coordinating regulatory requirements.
• Assisting in developing briefing materials for senior leadership.

Qualifications and Skills

• Relevant qualifications or experience in planning, environmental disciplines, or land management.
• Project management skills, especially in regulatory or infrastructure contexts.
• Strong stakeholder engagement and communication skills.
• Ability to influence policy and regulatory decisions.
• Analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Resilience and ability to manage multiple priorities.
• Experience working independently and in teams.

Minimum Requirements

• Fluent spoken and written English.
• UK Driving Licence.
• Experience in planning, environmental policy, or land management.
• Ability to interpret legislative frameworks relevant to infrastructure projects.

Benefits

• Competitive salary with annual review.
• Pension scheme with company contribution up to 10%.
• 36 days annual leave, with options to purchase additional leave.
• Share Incentive Plan and Sharesave Scheme.
• Various health, wellbeing, and discount benefits.

Why Join Us

Part of the Iberdrola Group, we are committed to sustainability, renewable energy, and community engagement. We support diversity and provide reasonable adjustments for candidates with disabilities or special needs.