Nature, Biodiversity and Sustainability Specialist

National Grid; England; Hybrid; GBP 50,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading energy company in the UK seeks a Nature, Biodiversity and Sustainability Specialist to integrate biodiversity into construction projects. The role involves collaboration with various stakeholders to align projects with biodiversity net gain (BNG) commitments, while delivering environmental benefits. Candidates should possess strong communication and organizational skills and experience in ecology, as well as data management expertise. Flexible working options are available, with a competitive salary ranging from £50,000 to £62,000.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Hybrid or electric vehicle option

Bonus based on performance

Generous pension scheme

Flexible employee benefits

Qualifications

• Experience coordinating biodiversity requirements in a large organization.
• Background in biodiversity net gain (BNG).
• Experience managing nature and biodiversity data.

Responsibilities

• Develop solutions meeting biodiversity commitments.
• Lead integration of biodiversity standards into processes.
• Work with contractors to ensure project-specific BNG documentation.
• Build relationships for off-site BNG units.
• Support development of tools for tracking nature commitments.
• Collate data for reporting against nature commitments.
• Represent National Grid in industry working groups.

Skills

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Experience in ecology

Data management

Job description

Nature, Biodiversity and Sustainability Specialist

About the role

The UK has set out its ambition to be net zero by 2050 and the energy industry is responding – together we are building a cleaner, greener Britain. Our team is growing and we are seeking a Nature, Biodiversity and Sustainability Specialist to ensure our construction projects and operations successfully integrate nature and biodiversity into our processes, deliver our Nature Positive commitments, including Biodiversity Net Gain (BNG), and ensure that nature is at the heart of the energy transition.

Not only will you be helping to reverse the decline of UK biodiversity, but also to rebuild and restore the natural environment. You’ll be looking at onsite and off‑site opportunities, as well as nature‑based and nature‑positive solutions, that benefit nature, climate and communities.

Working as part of a knowledgeable, committed team you’ll contribute to National Grid’s Nature Positive strategy and direction. You’ll be working with strategic partners and organisations such as the RSPB and The Wildlife Trusts, gaining exposure to a huge variety of stakeholders, all the way up to the group executive.

This role will cover projects across the UK, so you’ll be able to travel as required and will primarily work from our main HQ office in Warwick, or from other U.K. offices. We continue to offer hybrid working from office and home. We are open to full‑time and part‑time applicants, as well as flexible working arrangements.

About you

What we do isn’t just important – it’s essential. We look to recruit experts in their field who are confident, approachable, and brilliant communicators able to translate ideas and knowledge into language that any audience can understand. You’ll be organized and resilient, able to multi‑task well, and capable of working at a very detailed, granular level while also seeing the bigger strategic picture.

Ideally you have a background in a large organisation with a focus on BNG or practical experience coordinating and meeting biodiversity requirements (including BNG) through the planning process – either on the developer side or with Local Planning Authorities. Experience in ecology, nature‑based solutions and natural capital is desirable. A network of contacts at partner organisations is a plus. Experience managing nature and biodiversity data to gather insights and support decision‑making is also very useful.

We understand not everyone can meet every single requirement. At National Grid we’re committed to building a diverse, inclusive and authentic workplace for everyone. If you’re excited about this role but your experience or qualifications don’t match the job description exactly, we encourage you to apply anyway.

What You’ll Do

• You will work with construction project teams to develop efficient solutions that meet National Grid Electricity Transmission Nature and biodiversity commitments while delivering wider environmental and societal benefits.
• You will lead the integration of biodiversity considerations and standards into relevant business processes and documentation, working with engineers and project teams to avoid and reduce impacts on nature and ecosystems.
• You will work closely with environmental framework contractors, interpreting, validating and challenging BNG reports to ensure project‑specific BNG documentation and plans are developed at the appropriate time to a high standard.
• You will work with procurement teams to acquire off‑site BNG units and nature‑based solutions via our carbon and nature procurement framework, building strong and lasting relationships with our strategic framework partners.
• You will support the development and improvement of digital tools to track, forecast and report progress against our nature‑based commitments internally and externally via relevant reporting frameworks such as TNFD.
• You will help collate and validate high‑quality data and performance insights associated with our nature commitments for monthly, quarterly and annual reporting requirements.
• You will support the development and integration of wider tools and principles, helping to measure natural capital and social value across the business.
• You will represent National Grid across a variety of industry working groups, assisting in building and sharing knowledge and expertise within the team and across the business.

What You’ll Get

• A competitive starting salary between £50,000 and £62,000, dependent on capability.
• A brand‑new hybrid or fully electric vehicle provided, with a wide choice from company and personal options.
• A bonus based on personal and company performance, a competitive contributory pension scheme with double company match up to 12 % of your contribution, and flexible benefits such as a share incentive plan, salary‑sacrifice car and technology schemes.
• Support via employee assistance lines, matched charity giving, and other flexible benefits.

About us

National Grid has a key role to play in tackling climate change by accelerating our capacity to deliver clean electricity across the UK. We already operate the fastest decarbonising electricity grid in the world, with an ambition for zero‑carbon operation by 2025 and 100 % clean, green energy by 2035.

Our investment in Strategic Infrastructure via the Great Grid Upgrade will mean more home‑grown power, greater energy security and a cleaner future. Whatever your role, wherever you work with us, you’ll help us hit stretching targets and achieve our far‑reaching goal: to secure clean energy that supports our world far into the future. Here you will be at the heart of energy.

More Information

This role closes on Dec 17th at 23:59. Interviews will be held w/c 5th January 2026. We encourage candidates to submit their application as early as possible.

We work towards the highest standards in everything we do, including how we support, value and develop our people. We celebrate the difference people can bring into our organisation, welcoming and encouraging applicants with diverse experiences and backgrounds, and offering flexible and tailored support at home and in the office.

We are committed to building a workforce that represents the communities we serve, and a working environment in which each individual feels valued, respected, fairly treated, and able to reach their full potential.