Senior Specialist, Natural Capital Data & Partnerships

Natural England; National (WA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Natural England seeks aSenior Specialist to advance the Natural Capital and Ecosystem Assessment (NCEA) data initiatives. You will lead data governance, manage partnerships, and guide cross-department collaboration with Defra and external partners to improve evidence quality and availability.

You will influence strategy, ensure ethical data practices, and contribute to delivering NE’s strategic objectives through robust data handling and governance.

Qualifications

• Deep knowledge of responsible data use and data governance.
• Experience delivering complex projects with budgets and contracts.
• Ability to communicate effectively to diverse audiences.
• Experience building networks and partnerships.
• Knowledge of data licensing and IP rights.

Responsibilities

• Understand Natural England’s priorities to guide data-sharing across projects and teams.
• Provide leadership to team members and collaborate with partners on evidence requirements.
• Improve data access, quality and management through guidance, tools, and training.
• Build partnerships with national and local environmental organisations and researchers.
• Collaborate with Defra and other partners to promote best practices in data handling.
• Shape future strategy for data recording and governance in collaboration with stakeholders.

Skills

Data governance

Stakeholder engagement

Project delivery

Communication skills

Data analysis

Job description

Natural England seeks aSenior Specialist to advance the Natural Capital and Ecosystem Assessment (NCEA) data initiatives. You will lead data governance, manage partnerships, and guide cross-department collaboration with Defra and external partners to improve evidence quality and availability.

You will influence strategy, ensure ethical data practices, and contribute to delivering NE’s strategic objectives through robust data handling and governance.