Specialist Industry & Waste Regulatory Approaches Advisor

Natural Resources Wales; Gloucester; Hybrid; GBP 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A regulatory body in Wales is seeking a Regulatory Specialist to provide expert advice on various industrial sectors, including chemicals and food. This role involves interpreting legislation, developing guidance, and contributing to climate change policies. The position offers a flexible, hybrid working environment and the opportunity to collaborate with multiple stakeholders. Ideal candidates should have experience in regulatory frameworks and a strong understanding of best practices across the industry.

Qualifications

• Experience in interpreting complex legislation related to industrial sectors.
• Ability to develop guidance and tools for regulatory compliance.
• Strong understanding of UK Best Available Techniques (BAT).

Responsibilities

• Provide expert advice on industrial sectors like chemicals and food.
• Develop policies for climate change adaptation and mitigation.
• Collaborate with government and industry bodies on regulatory approaches.

Job description

Regulatory Specialist • Gloucester, ENG, UK

This is an exciting opportunity to help shape how industry is regulated in Wales, guiding our response to climate change and driving improvements in environmental performance. As a Lead Specialist Advisor in the Decarbonisation and Standards Regulatory Approaches Team at Natural Resources Wales, you will provide expert advice on industrial sectors such as chemicals, combustion, metals, cement and minerals, and food and drink. You will lead on interpreting complex legislation, developing guidance and tools, and influencing future policy to support NRW's regulatory and permitting functions.

A key focus of the role is supporting the development of UK Best Available Techniques (BAT), ensuring Welsh interests are reflected in UK-wide standards. You will also contribute to the development of policies and approaches for climate change adaptation and mitigation across industry sectors.

You’ll join a small team of specialist advisors who work collaboratively with colleagues across NRW and with Welsh and UK Governments, other regulators, and industry bodies. The role has no direct line management responsibilities, but includes mentoring and coaching opportunities and offers significant scope to shape NRW's approach at a national level.

This is a flexible, hybrid-working role based from any NRW office in Wales, combining policy development with external engagement and project leadership.

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