At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead the development of integrated catchment plans and tackle environmental challenges.
- Company: Join Water Resources East, a key player in sustainable water management.
- Benefits: Salary from £60,000, hybrid work, generous leave, and professional development.
- Other info: Opportunity to influence policy and collaborate with diverse stakeholders.
- Why this job: Make a real impact on water resources and environmental resilience in Eastern England.
- Qualifications: Experience in catchment planning, project management, and strong communication skills.
The predicted salary is between 51750 - 63250 £ per year.
We at Allen & York are incredibly excited to be partnering with Water Resources East to support recruitment of this pivotal role.
- Integrated Catchment Planning Lead
- £60,000++ | Permanent | Hybrid/Home Based | Eastern England
Shape the future of water management.
Water Resources East (WRE) is looking for an experienced Integrated Catchment Planning Lead to help tackle some of the UK's biggest water and environmental challenges.
Working with water companies, the Environment Agency, catchment partnerships and industry, you'll lead the development of integrated catchment plans that improve environmental resilience while ensuring sustainable water supplies across Eastern England.
This is an exciting opportunity to join a small, highly influential organisation where you'll have real impact, helping translate complex scientific evidence into practical, long-term solutions.
What you'll do
- Lead the development of integrated catchment plans and investment portfolios.
- Turn technical evidence into clear, practical strategies.
- Work with regulators, water companies, consultants and environmental partners.
- Play a leading role in the delivery of the Great Ouse Catchment System Plan (GO-Ca SP).
- Manage consultant-led projects and coordinate multidisciplinary teams.
- Help shape the future of regional water resource planning.
About you
You will have experience in one or more of the following - integrated catchment planning, water resources, hydrology, hydro-ecology, water quality, river morphology, environmental science, environmental planning or a related discipline, together with:
- Strong technical understanding of catchment and environmental systems.
- Experience managing complex projects and multiple stakeholders.
- Excellent communication and relationship-building skills.
- The ability to work independently while collaborating across organisations.
Experience working with the Environment Agency, water companies or environmental consultancies would be an advantage.
What's on offer?
- Upwards from £60,000 salary depending on experience
- Hybrid, home-based working
- Employer pension contributions up to 12%
- Bonus scheme
- Private health insurance
- 26 days' annual leave, increasing to 30 days
- Flexible working
- Ongoing professional development
Why Water Resources East?
This is a rare opportunity to influence how water resources are managed across one of England's fastest-growing regions.
If you're looking for a role where your technical expertise can shape policy, drive collaboration and deliver meaningful environmental outcomes, we'd love to hear from you.
For more information, please contact Michelle
About us
Allen & York have been matching purposeful people with purpose-led organisations for 30 years.
We partner with our clients and candidates on roles that build an understanding of climate change, promote sustainability and create inclusive and responsible organisations, working towards a sustainable world for us all.
Committed to inclusiveness in the workplace, we aim to increase diversity across all areas and therefore welcome applications from all qualified candidates, regardless of their ethnicity, race, gender, religious beliefs, sexual orientation, age, or whether or not they have a disability.
Let us help build a better world, together.
Integrated Catchment Planning Lead in Norwich employer: Allen & York
Allen & York is an exceptional employer, offering a dynamic work culture that fosters collaboration and innovation in the field of environmental consultancy. With a strong commitment to employee development, you will have the opportunity to lead impactful projects across the globe while mentoring junior staff, all within the vibrant city of London. The attractive salary and benefits package, combined with the chance to engage in meaningful international work, make this role a rewarding choice for those passionate about environmental sustainability.
