Local Nature Recovery Strategy Lead - Drive Biodiversity

East Midlands Councils/East Midlands Jobs; United Kingdom; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A local authority in the United Kingdom is seeking a Local Nature Recovery Strategy Officer to coordinate a significant initiative for nature recovery across Derbyshire. The role includes supporting partnerships, embedding priorities, and leading community engagement. Applicants should have experience in environmental sectors and strong communication skills. Generous annual leave, flexi time, and a supportive workplace culture are offered. Join a passionate team dedicated to promoting sustainability and enhancing the natural environment.

Benefits

Generous Annual Leave Scheme (27 days increasing to 32 days after 5 years' service)

Flexi Time Scheme

Local Government Pension Scheme

Wellbeing Support Framework

Employee Wellbeing Support

Training and Development Opportunities

Cycle to Work Scheme

Electric/Plug-in Hybrid Vehicle Salary Sacrifice Scheme

Derbyshire Rewards

Qualifications

• Experience in environmental, biodiversity or land management sectors.
• Strong communication and partnership-building skills.
• Working understanding of nature conservation and environmental policy.
• Ability to manage complex workloads and deliver results.

Responsibilities

• Convene and support a cross-sector delivery partnership.
• Help embed LNRS priorities into local plans and policies.
• Facilitate work with partners to develop strategic nature recovery projects.
• Monitor and report on delivery progress to Defra and stakeholders.
• Lead communications and engagement to raise awareness and promote action.

Skills

Experience in environmental, biodiversity or land management sectors

Strong communication and partnership-building skills

Working understanding of nature conservation and environmental policy

Ability to manage complex workloads

Tools

GIS

Data reporting

Job description

A local authority in the United Kingdom is seeking a Local Nature Recovery Strategy Officer to coordinate a significant initiative for nature recovery across Derbyshire. The role includes supporting partnerships, embedding priorities, and leading community engagement. Applicants should have experience in environmental sectors and strong communication skills. Generous annual leave, flexi time, and a supportive workplace culture are offered. Join a passionate team dedicated to promoting sustainability and enhancing the natural environment.