Operational Policy Advisor

We have an exciting opportunity for a Higher Operational Policy officer to join our pesticides team.

You will be responsible for operational policy input to applications from external stakeholders, supporting the translation of policy and legislative requirements into operational processes that support regulatory decisions on pesticides (including maximum residue levels) in the UK.

You will be involved in discrete projects that support operational delivery (such as reviewing technical guidance) and the National Action Plan for pesticides, leading specific pieces of work.

You will manage relations with key strategic external stakeholders, arranging and leading meetings to secure intelligence on their understanding of the current processes and identifying areas for improvement.

You will coordinate the development of material for publication on HSEs website and through ebulletins, overseeing a multi-year programme of work.

You will have the opportunity to shape the regulatory framework of the future, liaising between operational and policy leads to influence any future changes.

To apply for this job please visit www.civilservicejobs.service.gov.uk.