Location: Edinburgh
Salary: £33,520
Hours: Full Time
Contract Time: Fixed Term
Closes : 31st May 2023
Job Ref:287417
This is an important role within the Strategy and Analysis Team. We are seeking an enthusiastic and passionate fixed term or seconded appointment Marine Policy Analyst to coordinate delivery of a key analytical project on threats to the marine environment. The post-holder will be working closely with other policy staff in Scottish Government and its Agencies and will be expected to be an informed analyst on environmental standards in the marine environment.
A key aim of the project is identifying areas of concern around compliance or the effectiveness of environmental law. This will include regular engagement with public authorities and other environmental stakeholders. You will work in an interdisciplinary policy team comprising colleagues with a range of backgrounds including legal, regulation, enforcement, research, scientists and policy specialists. You will need to be able to produce high quality analysis, engage colleagues and stakeholders, and clearly communicate key insights to influence the direction of ESS’ work.