Policy and Economy Advisor Nature Recovery
Job Summary
Working Pattern:
Full time
Advert Start Date:
06/08/2026
Advert End Date:
07/09/2026 23:59
Salary:
N9 £46,142 to £49,282 per annum (Pay award pending). Please note it is North East MSA policy to appoint at the starting point of the salary band
Job Category:
Policy/ Research
Employment Location:
The Lumen, St James' Boulevard, Newcastle upon Tyne, various ‘spoke’ offices throughout the North East and remote working arrangements.
Further Information
Help shape the future of nature in the North East.
We're growing our Nature Recovery team and looking for an experienced and proactive individual to drive nature recovery policy and programmes across the region. This is an exciting opportunity to work at the heart of regional nature recovery, helping create bigger, better and more joined up habitats for people and wildlife.
In this role, you will:
- Advise on national nature recovery policy, including Local Nature Recovery Strategy duties.
- Work with regional stakeholders to shape and oversee nature recovery investment.
- Lead the development and coordination of the new North East Nature Recovery Partnership.
We’re looking for someone who:
- Is passionate and knowledgeable about nature recovery and environmental improvement.
- Excels at building relationships and influencing diverse stakeholders.
- Thrives in a collaborative environment and enjoys bringing people together around a common goal.
- Is motivated by creating lasting benefits for people, places and wildlife.
Join us to create a more resilient North East for generations to come.
We are proud to be an inclusive employer, and we welcome applications from people of all backgrounds, communities and experiences. We support flexible working and encourage applications from candidates who are under-represented including women, disabled people, LGBTQ+ people and those from Black, Asian and minority ethnic backgrounds.
If you are organised, collaborative, detail-oriented and motivated by delivering successful projects that make a positive impact, we would love to hear from you.
If you would like an informal discussion, or further information about this role please contact Ross Lowrie, ross.lowrie@northeast-ca.gov.uk.
Closing date for applications: Monday 7th September 2026 at 23:59.
It is anticipated that interviews will take place the week commencing 28th September 2026.
For further information about the North East Mayoral Strategic Authority please visit our website www.northeast-ca.gov.uk.
This recruitment is being administered by Durham County Council on behalf of the North East Mayoral Strategic Authority.