Job Purpose Summary

This is a specialist advisor role in all aspects of pollution across air, land and water. As one of the six drivers of biodiversity loss identified by IPBES in 2019, pollution is a major concern for biodiversity and ecosystem function. We are seeking an advisor to lead on air pollution casework and also advise on other kinds of pollution cases that require our input to support lead agencies such as SEPA or JNCC. The successful postholder will also provide support for Scottish Government on the development of pollution policy impacting nature. They will assist colleagues on advising on developments that could impact on nature, represent Scottish perspectives at a UK level and ultimately influence targeted pollution policy. The postholder will enhance strategic collaboration, improve policy impact at a national level and will ensure Scotland’s voice and its nature is embedded in UK pollution efforts, Scottish planning and development casework.