Biodiversity & Policy Officer

Nottingham City Councils Greenspace and Natural Environment team is proud to manage our citys amazing greenspaces- from vibrant parks and peaceful nature reserves to the green corridors that connect our communities. As an award-winning team were passionate about shaping spaces that inspire support wellbeing and celebrate biodiversity.

Were growing our team- from Senior Service Leadership and specialist roles to hands-on operational delivery were looking for people who share our drive and passion to make a difference in the greenspace of Nottingham.

So if you want to be a part of our fantastic team wed love to hear from you.

Biodiversity & Greenspace Policy Officer

Nottingham City Council
Closing Date: 7^th September 2025
Salary:(Grade H) Permanent Full Time

Shape the Future of Nature in Nottingham

Nottingham is a city of green ambition from nature recovery to climate resilience we are committed to protecting and enhancing our natural environment.

As our Biodiversity & Greenspace Policy Officer youll be at the heart of that mission. Youll lead on embedding biodiversity into local planning projects and policy helping to deliver Biodiversity Net Gain (BNG) nature recovery strategies and greener healthier communities across Nottingham.

This is more than a desk job. Its about making real-world ecological change happen in one of the UKs most forward-thinking urban environments.

What Youll Be Doing

• Act as the Councils lead technical expert on ecology biodiversity and the Environment Act 2021
• Provide expert advice on planning policy and strategic projects
• Lead our implementation of Biodiversity Net Gain including advising on planning applications and using DEFRAs statutory metrics
• Support delivery of the Local Nature Recovery Strategy and Nottinghams wider ecological ambitions
• Contribute to city-wide green infrastructure and the Greener Healthier Happier greenspace strategy
• Oversee and advise on designated wildlife sites and promote nature-led site management
• Write guidance policy documents and help shape future biodiversity planning tools (e.g. Supplementary Planning Documents)
• Work across departments and with community groups to champion biodiversity for all

Who Were Looking For

• Has a degree in ecology environmental science or a related field
• Understands biodiversity legislation and policy especially BNG and the Environment Act 2021
• Is confident advising on planning applications strategic plans and site management
• Can bring technical credibility and influence in multi-disciplinary settings
• Knows how to engage with communities partners and councillors on nature-positive projects
• Is familiar with GIS mapping and monitoring tools
• Is collaborative organised and committed to high-impact place-based working

Why This Role Matters

Biodiversity is not just about species; its about shaping places where people and nature thrive together. This role gives you the platform to create citywide impact while working closely with planners ecologists policymakers and passionate local communities.

If you believe that policy and practice go hand in hand and want to help Nottingham lead the way on urban nature we want to hear from you.

What Youll Gain

• A rewarding strategic role with visible local impact
• Opportunities to shape nature recovery at a city level
• A chance to help shape a greener and more inclusive Nottingham
• A role with visible impact in your local community
• Supportive colleagues and opportunities for professional development
• Flexible working and employee wellbeing support
• Generous local government pension and holiday scheme

Apply now

If you are interested in being part of an amazing team that really wants to make a difference to the greenspaces in Nottingham then join us in shaping a Greener Healthier Happier Nottingham.

For an informal chat about the role contact Claire Smith-Harris at

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Closing Date: 7th September 2025

Please note there may be occasions where we close the advert before the closing date and we encourage you to apply as soon as possible.

Interviews will be held:w/c 29/9/25

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