Senior Advisor

Senior Advisor – UK BAT Environment Agency is looking for a dedicated Senior Advisor to lead the development and implementation of Best Available Techniques (BAT) across UK industry. Job Description Do you want to make a lasting positive change to the environment? As a Senior Advisor in the UK BAT team you will support the drafting of BAT Conclusions, liaise with Technical Working Groups and present a final document suitable for publication as a new, UK-wide environmental standard for industry. Responsibilities Support the drafting of BAT Conclusions and coordinate the publication of technical documents. Liaise with Technical Working Groups and present a final document suitable for publication as a UK-wide environmental standard. Coordinate the work of technical authors, ensuring clear communication and quality assurance. Project manage BAT conclusions, tracking progress and ensuring timely delivery to stakeholders. Manage travel and overnight stays as required, while supporting flexible working patterns. Support the development of an inclusive incident management objective within your development plan. Qualifications At least 5 years of working experience in environmental regulation across a variety of industrial sectors. Solid understanding of UK and EU industrial environmental legislation, particularly the IED and the Environmental Permitting Regulations. Experience coordinating and reviewing the publication of technical documents. Strong verbal and written communication skills. Excellent planning, prioritising and organising tasks and resources to ensure timely and effective results. Ability to adapt flexibly to challenges and build consensus across diverse stakeholder groups. Proven capability to analyse complex industrial data and synthesize it into clear, actionable conclusions. Experience / Skills Required Experience working with the UK BAT Senior Advisor role is essential, with a strong knowledge of environmental policy, best available techniques and the technical requirements for industry wide policy development. EEO Statement We are fully committed to having an inclusive workforce to reflect the communities we serve. We welcome flexible working patterns for all our vacancies, including job share, so please include clearly any information regarding your preferred working arrangements on your application. Application Instructions For more information about working for us, who to contact regarding these roles and how to apply please read the Candidate Pack and Additional information document. Applications will be blind assessed using your answers to the competency questions. Interviews will be held using MS Teams with four capability based questions and a presentation. We’ll hold a reserve list for six months. Depending on your skills/experience you may be offered an alternative post. Competency Requirements Communicates Effectively Provide clear, accurate, and persuasive communication, ensuring information is presented in a manner that is easily understood by all stakeholders. Active listening and questioning to understand and engage. Use of full range of communication methods to ensure effective understanding. Preparation of written reports in clear, readable and accurate manner. Two‑way communication with prompt feedback. Presentation delivered in a clear and concise manner. Influences and Persuades Others Present compelling arguments on complex issues, fostering consensus and encouraging stakeholders to adopt agreed actions. Gather relevant data and prepare sound arguments. Listen to other’s opinions and respond appropriately. Present a credible case explaining benefits and anticipating objections. Seek win‑win outcomes and build relationships. Prepare convincing written arguments on complex issues. Achieves Results Deliver high work standards, demonstrate drive to meet targets, and proactively adjust actions to achieve positive outcomes. Regularly exceed agreed goals. Resilient and decisive in meeting urgent deadlines. Proactive in seeking alternative actions when necessary. Committed to continuous improvement of work and team performance. Focuses on Efficiency, Innovation and Quality Identify opportunities for improvement and lead projects that enhance efficiency, embrace innovation, and maintain quality. Responsibility for quality and timeliness of own work. Ongoing concern to improve performance and efficiency. Checks accuracy of information and correct errors promptly. Implement checks to ensure processes are carried out accurately. Actively seek and implement opportunities for efficiency, both for self and the team. Contact and Additional Information For any queries regarding working patterns, base locations, or other information please contact paul.stevens@environment-agency.gov.uk. Artificial Intelligence Guidance Artificial intelligence can be a useful tool to support your application. All examples and statements provided must be truthful, factually accurate and taken directly from your own experience. Where plagiarism is identified applications may be withdrawn. #J-18808-Ljbffr