Panoramic Associates are supporting a Local Authority in the South East to appoint a Climate Change & Biodiversity Specialist on a short-term contract running until early March. You'll provide expert input into the council's environmental strategy, driving climate action and delivering biodiversity priorities across the region.

Climate Change & Biodiversity Specialist
Location: South East
Contract: Until beginning of March
Rate: Competitive

Responsibilities include:

Advising on climate change mitigation and adaptation policies
Supporting the development and delivery of the council's Climate Action Plan
Providing technical expertise on biodiversity, nature recovery and habitat enhancement
Ensuring compliance with national environmental legislation (including Biodiversity Net Gain)
Reviewing environmental evidence, reports and assessments
Contributing to strategic planning and sustainability programmes
Engaging with internal teams, elected members and community stakeholders
Preparing reports, briefings and recommendations to support decision-making
Supporting grant applications and external funding bids

We are looking for:

Proven experience in climate change, biodiversity, ecology, or environmental planning
Experience working within a Local Authority/public sector environment
Strong knowledge of climate policy, Net Zero pathways & Biodiversity Net Gain
Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement skills
Ability to work independently and deliver to tight deadlines

Next Steps
Please reach out to Narinder at 07893 921329 or email your updated CV to .