Specialist Industry & Waste Regulatory Approaches Advisor

Natural Resources Wales; Maidstone; Hybrid; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading environmental regulation organization is seeking a Lead Specialist Advisor to guide regulatory approaches in response to climate change across various industrial sectors. This hybrid role, based in Maidstone, involves providing expert advice, developing UK Best Available Techniques, and collaborating with government and industry bodies. Candidates should possess strong regulatory knowledge and communication skills. The position offers mentoring opportunities and significant influence on national policies.

Qualifications

• Extensive experience in regulatory frameworks related to climate change adaptation.
• Ability to develop policies and approaches across various industrial sectors.
• Experience in mentoring and working collaboratively with government bodies.

Responsibilities

• Provide expert advice on industrial sectors such as chemicals and metals.
• Lead the development of UK Best Available Techniques (BAT).
• Influence future policy to support NRW's regulatory functions.

Skills

Expertise in industrial regulation

Knowledge of environmental performance

Ability to interpret complex legislation

Strong communication skills

Job description

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.

Regulatory Specialist • Maidstone, ENG, UK