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Development and Flood Risk Senior AdvisorIs this your next job Read the full description below to find out, and do not hesitate to make an application.Starting salary:41,132 rising to 44,988 per annum through annual increments being paid each year (pro rata for part time applicants)Location:Buckley, Bangor or WelshpoolContract type:PermanentWork pattern:Full time, 37 hours per week (Part time, annualised hours, compressed hours or term time working considered - discussions at interview stage welcome)Closing Date: 17/08/2025 Interview Date: 15/09/2025Post number:202851The rolePlay a key role in safeguarding communities and supporting sustainable development by joining our Development and Flood Risk teamis one of nine key service areas in flood risk management. As a Senior Advisor, you'll be part of a knowledgeable and committed team of ten, working across the North and Mid Wales (North Ops).In this pivotal role, you'll provide expert advice on flood risk matters for planning applications and infrastructure consents, helping to ensure that development aligns with the Welsh Government TAN 15 (2025) policy on flood risk and coastal erosion. Your insight will be vital in shaping resilient, climate-conscious planning decisions across the region. Influencing others at a senior level and developing strong working relationships.Beyond planning, you'll assess emergency works, review permit applications, and support enforcement actions under the Environmental Permitting Regulations (Wales) (Flood Risk) 2016. This is an opportunity to apply your technical knowledge while influencing external stakeholders and using regulatory tools to protect people, property, and the environment.Youll be part of a forward-thinking organisation committed to climate adaptation, and your work will directly contribute to delivering the aims of the Natural Resources Wales Corporate Plan by 2030. If you're ready to take the lead on critical flood risk challenges and want your expertise to make a real difference, wed love to hear from you.As an organisation we support flexible working. You will be contracted to an NRW office within the place base / location above and a suitable hybrid working pattern will be agreed on appointment. Any regular face to face meetings or training will be planned in advance.What you will doProvide professional, strategic and expert technical leadership in the application of planning and flood risk activity permitting, including the provision of advice and direction to senior managers, NRW Leadership Team and Welsh Government officials.Actively contribute to National FRM Sub Groups to advise, build consistency, develop policy & guidance and provide technical expertise.Build relationships with professional partners and the WLGA, to help the delivery of Local Authority flood schemes and raise awareness of flood risk.Deliver our response to planning consultations for developments in flood risk areas including Strategic Flood Consequence Assessments, LDPs & NSIPs.Lead on responses to planning appeals and enquires.Lead the team in the delivery of Flood Risk Activity Permits for the area, including assessing and checking compliance under the requirements of the EPR and Land Drainage Act.Support Health & Safety best practice by actively promoting awareness and ensuring the provision of safe working practices to comply with NRWs policy and standards.Undertake health and safety duties and responsibilities appropriate to the postBe committed to Natural Resources WalesEqual Opportunities and Diversity Policy, together with an understanding of how it operates within the responsibilities of the postBe committed to your own development through the effective use of your personal development plan (known as Sgwrs).Any other reasonable duties requested commensurate with the grade of this role.