Senior Nature-Based Solutions Lead (Ecology & Projects)

Southern Water; Worthing; Hybrid; GBP 46,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading water utility company is seeking a Senior Nature Based Solutions Specialist. This role involves managing projects focused on enhancing biodiversity and ecological compliance, engaging stakeholders including regulators, and providing expert advice. Candidates should possess strong project management skills and a relevant degree, with a salary of circa £55,000 and benefits including a generous pension and annual leave. Flexible working options are available, supporting a balance of office and remote work.

Benefits

Generous pension up to 11% contribution

25 days annual leave

Life assurance equal to 4x salary

Salary sacrifice electric car scheme

Health Cash Plan

Full funded eye tests

Paid volunteering days

Occupational health service

Retail discounts

Digital GP service

Study support for job-related qualifications

Competitive maternity leave

Qualifications

• Demonstrable expertise in river/wetland restoration and biodiversity enhancement.
• Experience managing delivery of technical work via consultancy teams.
• Ability to deliver high-quality projects on time.

Responsibilities

• Support delivery of regulatory programme and manage project lifecycle.
• Engage with stakeholders including regulators and water companies.
• Provide Nature Based Solutions advice related to ecology and planning.

Skills

Ecology expertise

Project management

Multi-disciplinary task completion

Regulatory requirements translation

Education

Degree in relevant environmental discipline

Masters degree in Hydroecology (desirable)

Job description

A leading water utility company is seeking a Senior Nature Based Solutions Specialist. This role involves managing projects focused on enhancing biodiversity and ecological compliance, engaging stakeholders including regulators, and providing expert advice. Candidates should possess strong project management skills and a relevant degree, with a salary of circa £55,000 and benefits including a generous pension and annual leave. Flexible working options are available, supporting a balance of office and remote work.