Job Description
Job description
We are seeking a Director of People & Assurance to join our Strategy, Transformation and Assurance Group in the Environment Agency.
You will be decisive, confident and committed to inclusively leading the development and execution of our people strategy. You will influence and challenge at the most senior level, adopting creative problem solving to deliver innovative, pragmatic solutions to business challenges.
Leading a high performing team, you will deliver people solutions into the organisation, challenge performance and ensuring the business have confidence in the people offer, whilst recognising the function as professionals in their field.
Specifically, you will be experienced in:
Professional Leadership and Influence
HR skills
Cultural leadership
Health and Safety accountability
Assurance management
Trade Union relationship management
Responding to incidents is central to what we do. You'll be required to have an incident role and make yourself available to respond to incidents or provide business continuity support during an incident. Full training is available
For more detailed information the role, please see our advert
We value difference. That is why we are fully committed to being an inclusive employer. We don’t just talk about diversity; we seek it, embrace it and live it, for the benefit of our staff, our communities and our environment
Contact and additional information
For further information please contact: Rebecca.Allen@environment-agency.gov.uk
Candidate Assessments will take place between 6th-8th November 2026. Further details will be provided to shortlisted candidates nearer the time.
We will be running a virtual candidate briefing session for those interested in applying for this role on Tuesday, 24th September at 11am. Invitations can be acquired by emailing: Rebecca.Allen@environment-agency.gov.uk
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 1+++, 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 seeking a Director of People & Assurance to join our Strategy, Transformation and Assurance Group in the Environment Agency.
You will be decisive, confident and committed to inclusively leading the development and execution of our people strategy. You will influence and challenge at the most senior level, adopting creative problem solving to deliver innovative, pragmatic solutions to business challenges.
Leading a high performing team, you will deliver people solutions into the organisation, challenge performance and ensuring the business have confidence in the people offer, whilst recognising the function as professionals in their field.
Specifically, you will be experienced in:
Professional Leadership and Influence
HR skills
Cultural leadership
Health and Safety accountability
Assurance management
Trade Union relationship management
Responding to incidents is central to what we do. You'll be required to have an incident role and make yourself available to respond to incidents or provide business continuity support during an incident. Full training is available
For more detailed information the role, please see our advert
We value difference. That is why we are fully committed to being an inclusive employer. We don’t just talk about diversity; we seek it, embrace it and live it, for the benefit of our staff, our communities and our environment
Contact and additional information
For further information please contact: Rebecca.Allen@environment-agency.gov.uk
Candidate Assessments will take place between 6th-8th November 2026. Further details will be provided to shortlisted candidates nearer the time.
We will be running a virtual candidate briefing session for those interested in applying for this role on Tuesday, 24th September at 11am. Invitations can be acquired by emailing: Rebecca.Allen@environment-agency.gov.uk
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 1+++, 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.
💡 Quick Summary
Seeking a career-building opportunity? The Director People Assurance position is now open for candidates interested in the Human Resource (HR) Jobs sector. This role in England offers a professional environment and growth potential.
Requirement Snapshot: Candidates should possess basic communication skills, a proactive attitude, and the ability to work in a team. Experience in Human Resource (HR) Jobs is a plus.