Lead Climate & Environment Policy Adviser

HM Treasury; Tees Valley; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A government department in the UK is seeking an individual to lead on environmental policy initiatives, engage with stakeholders from Defra, and oversee significant spending related to climate and environmental goals. This role does not require specific qualifications or prior policy experience; instead, it emphasizes values and motivation to contribute to the UK’s economic resilience. Excellent benefits are provided, including annual leave, flexible working patterns, and a generous pension scheme.

Benefits

25 days annual leave plus public holidays

Flexible working patterns

Generous parental leave packages

Defined Benefit pension scheme with employer contributions

Cycle-to-work scheme

Qualifications

• Demonstrate values of the organisation and motivation to work on key economic issues.
• Develop expertise within relevant policy areas.

Responsibilities

• Lead on the delivery of the Environment Act Framework and engage with Defra.
• Scrutinise and provide spending control for Defra’s green finance package.
• Promote HMT interests across multiple environmental policy areas.

Job description

A government department in the UK is seeking an individual to lead on environmental policy initiatives, engage with stakeholders from Defra, and oversee significant spending related to climate and environmental goals. This role does not require specific qualifications or prior policy experience; instead, it emphasizes values and motivation to contribute to the UK’s economic resilience. Excellent benefits are provided, including annual leave, flexible working patterns, and a generous pension scheme.