Strategy and Government Relations Advisor

Strategy and Government Relations Advisor – 32597

Position:
Environment Agency – Strategy Directorate – Full‑time, Associate level.

The Environment Agency is seeking two strategic and Government Relations advisors to strengthen engagement with Government, Parliament, and key stakeholders. Selected candidates will join either the Government Relations or Strategy team.

• Coordinate inputs to key government processes.
• Draft high‑quality briefings for ministers and senior leaders.
• Support the Chair or Chief Executive with critical information.
• Produce strategic insights on future environmental challenges.
• Assist in delivering the Agency’s corporate strategy.
• Support emergency response, particularly during major flood incidents.

• Political judgement, attention to detail and clear presentation of information.
• Strong interpersonal skills to build networks and influence outcomes.
• Excellent written and verbal communication, including briefing drafting.
• Project management, analytical thinking and anticipation of stakeholder activity.
• Flexibility under pressure and calm decision‑making.
• Knowledge of environmental issues or sustainable growth and experience in organisation‑wide strategies and stakeholder engagement (desirable).

Base: EA Office. National role with flexible/hybrid working. Some travel and overnight stays may be required.

Applications are blind‑assessed using competency question responses. Interviews will be held via MS Teams from mid‑January. The role includes incident response duties; see the Candidate Information Pack for details.

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The Environment Agency is fully committed to a diverse and inclusive workforce. Flexible working patterns are welcomed. A Guaranteed Interview Policy supports applicants with a disability. This is not a Civil Service role.