City/Town
Bristol, Ipswich, Nottingham, Preston, Sheffield, Warrington, Various
Region
East Midlands, East of England, London, National, North East, North West, South East, South West, West Midlands, Yorkshire and the Humber
Vacancies
40
Salary Minimum
£25,301 Pro-rata
Position Type
Fixed Term
Job ID
32750
Closing date
15 Feb 2026
Published date
05 Jan 2026
Grade
Staff Grade 2
Role type
Business Management & Improvement, Communications / Marketing, Digital, Environment & Sustainability, Human Resources, Information Technology, Programme and Project Management, Project Delivery
Post type
Full Time, Part Time
Security check
Basic Check
Job description
From day one, you'll have a mentor, office buddy, and access to training and networks to help you thrive. You'll join a career entrant community and a welcome event packed with learning and networking.You'll work with experienced professionals in communications, digital innovation, workforce development, and service transformation. These teams influence how we engage with stakeholders, deliver training, and shape organisational change. Locations include Bristol, Sheffield, Warrington, Nottingham, and Preston, with hybrid options available.What you'll do:
Your work will vary depending on the team, but could include:
- Supporting external communications and media responses, analysing social media trends, and helping shape campaigns on environmental issues.
- Assisting with digital engagement projects and exploring innovative tools to improve flood resilience.
- Creating learning materials, organising events, and supporting graduate schemes.
- Helping run the Environment & Science Graduate Training Scheme, planning sessions, and improving processes.
- Designing recruitment content, supporting outreach, and improving candidate experience.
- Contributing to digital projects, service design, and stakeholder engagement.
You'll gain skills in communications, project coordination, data handling, and stakeholder engagement, while learning how a large public organisation operates.
Application Process
Apply online and share your skills, motivations, and interest in the role. Complete a Behavioural-Based Assessment (BBA) - an interactive, game-style test with practice options. Shortlisted candidates will attend one virtual interview. Full details, including support for neurodiverse applicants, are in the Candidate Pack.
We're looking for individuals who are curious, motivated, and eager to learn. You will:
- Have an interest in communications, digital tools, project coordination, or workforce development.
- Be organised, adaptable, and confident working in a team.
- Demonstrate creativity and problem-solving skills.
Roles span multiple teams and could help you develop:
- Skills in communications, stakeholder engagement, and digital innovation
- Project and programme support, data handling, and reporting
- Business planning, service design, and continuous improvement
- Confidence using IT tools such as Microsoft Office; experience with Power BI or social media analytics is a bonus.
Experience doesn't have to come from paid work alone. Volunteering, sports teams, or social clubs all count.
To see more about the roles on offer and our widespread office locations, please read the Additional Candidate Pack attached to this advert.
To be eligible for the Industry Placement you will need to meet all the following criteria:
Criteria 1
You are a UK, Commonwealth or EEA (European Economic Area) national
You have the right to work in the UK
Criteria 2
Must be enrolled in an undergraduate degree, or an integrated master's program, and be in their penultimate year of study, or have graduated within the last year (from June 2025 onwards).
*If successful, you will be required to give evidence of your qualification (expected or awarded).
We are committed to building an inclusive workforce that reflects the diverse communities we serve. You'll receive full training, equipment, and support during induction, plus a generous benefits package:
Pension: Around 19% contribution to a career-average scheme invested in ethical, renewable energy businesses.
Leave: 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays, for work-life balance.
Flexibility: Hybrid options, flexible hours, and time back for overtime.
Ready to shape your future?
Applications close on 15 February 2026; interviews in April; offers by June. Apply early and make an impact!
Join our information call on 28 January 2026 at 12 PM to learn more and hear from current career entrants. Please find joining details in the Additional Candidate Pack.
Email [email protected] for queries.
If you are applying from the Civil Service please note that the Environment Agency is not a part of HM Civil Service and you would not be a Crown Servant in the event of being appointed. Therefore, you will not be eligible for continuous service. For applicants who currently work in local government or other bodies listed in the Redundancy Payments (Continuity of Employment in Local Government etc) (Modification) Order 1999, you may be eligible for continuous service for the purpose of calculating any future redundancy payment. If you are unsure of your status then you should contact your own HR Team.
We are fully committed to having a diverse and inclusive workforce to reflect the communities we serve. We welcome flexible working patterns for all our vacancies, including job share, so please include clearly any information regarding your preferred working arrangements on your application.
We also have a Guaranteed Interview Policy to support those with a disability who are seeking employment. We have committed to guaranteeing an interview to anyone with a disability whose application meets the minimum criteria for the post.
The Environment Agency, as a Non-Departmental Public Body, is committed to providing value for money and utilises Central Government frameworks and contracts for all external recruitment needs. For this reason, we are unable to engage with the market directly through post, email or phone calls . Should you wish to become a support supplier on one of these frameworks or contracts please visit https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/become-a-crown-commercial-service-supplier/becoming-a-supplier-through-the-crown-commercial-service-what-you-need-to-know for more information.
Artificial intelligence can be a useful tool to support your application, however, all examples and statements provided must be truthful, factually accurate and taken directly from your own experience. Where plagiarism has been identified (presenting the ideas and experiences of others, or generated by artificial intelligence, as your own) applications may be withdrawn and internal candidates may be subject to disciplinary action. Although the Environment Agency is a non-departmental public body sponsored by Defra, we subscribe to and align with the candidate guidance on the use of artificial intelligence found on the Civil Service Careers website. Please review for more information on appropriate and inappropriate use.