Reference: REQ0069Description: Do you want to work in the beautiful Stroud valleys, Severn vale and Cotswolds at the forefront of Biodiversity Net Gain and help drive nature recovery?If so, this could be your perfect opportunity…This is a very valuble new role in our Development Management team within the Planning Service to provide additional specialist expertise to support planning and ecology colleagues and applicants to successfully delivery BNG, nature recovery and ecological improvements across Stroud district.The post holder will shape and drive the delivery of biodiversity net gain in the district by addressing the local challenges to its implementation, exploring opportunities and proactively embedding BNG early in the planning process.About the roleThe role will look to make a difference by ensuring that new development protects and enhances biodiversity for future generations.The main responsibility will include:Implementation of BNG,Providing BNG preapp advice,Critical assessment of Biodiversity Metric calculations, BNG statements and biodiversity gain plans.Provision of advice and negotiate on design and delivery of BNG solutions;Working with partners within the Local Nature Recovery Partnership and other statutory agencies.This is an exciting opportunity to help shape how we implement BNG within our area and as part of our wider Nature Recovery Network.About youYou will be a qualified ecologist with demonstrable understanding of the principles of biodiversity net gain, the requirements of the Environment Act and other relevant legislation and policy. Ideally you will have an understanding of the planning process and the ecological context within Development Management.If you would like an informal discussion about the role please contact John Chaplin - john.chaplin@stroud.gov.ukIn exchange for your expertise, experience and enthusiasmwe provide a range of staff benefits please click here for more information :https://www.stroud.gov.uk/jobs-and-careers/benefits-of-working-for-usIt is important that our staff reflect the diversity of our community, and we therefore welcome and encourage applications from people of all genders and sexual orientation, those from Black, Asian and other minority ethnic backgrounds, and people withdisabilities.Our organisation is committed to safeguarding the welfare of vulnerable adults, young people and children. Safer recruitment practices are applied to all job vacancies. In line with the Council’s duty to protect children and adults in a vulnerable situation from harm, we are obliged to assess the suitability of individuals for certain posts by undertaking DBS Checks.Stroud District has an energy unlike any other place. It’s green and dynamic, climate conscious and motivated, creative and collaborative, rural and urban, and unapologetically ambitious. To find out more about what makes our place, our people and our businesses so special, please follow the link to our dedicated website:Stroud District – The Natural PlaceRegion: Location: Ebley Mill - StroudSalary: GBP36,648 per annumPackage: Excellent pension scheme - Flexi Working Scheme - Hybrid working approach - Employee Wellbeing Offer - For more information please see the benefits section on our websiteContractual hours: 37Basis: Full Time