Strategic Planning & Nature Lead

Natural England; United Kingdom; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible working conditions

Career development opportunities

Positive workplace culture

Job summary

An environmental regulatory agency in the United Kingdom is seeking a candidate to lead environmental planning initiatives. Responsibilities include advising on spatial development strategies and resolving complex issues, while ensuring integration of nature in planning processes. The successful applicant should have strong communication skills, a degree in a related field, and the ability to build collaborative relationships. This role offers opportunities to make a significant impact on environmental outcomes.

Qualifications

• Ability to oversee sustainable development aligned with Natural England's Strategy.
• Capability to resolve complex environmental planning challenges effectively.
• Experience in collaborative relationships with internal and external stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Lead casework related to high risk and opportunity planning proposals.
• Advise local authorities on environmental integration in development plans.
• Manage relationships with developers as an account manager for environmental regulation.

Skills

Strategic planning

Relationship building

Problem solving

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Knowledge of environmental legislation

Ecological awareness

Education

Degree in environmental science or related field

Job description

An environmental regulatory agency in the United Kingdom is seeking a candidate to lead environmental planning initiatives. Responsibilities include advising on spatial development strategies and resolving complex issues, while ensuring integration of nature in planning processes. The successful applicant should have strong communication skills, a degree in a related field, and the ability to build collaborative relationships. This role offers opportunities to make a significant impact on environmental outcomes.