This opportunity is only open to applicants who are Scottish Government employees, and are currently 'Priority Movers'. Applications from individuals not currently on the Priority Mover list will be rejected and not considered.
We have an opportunity for a B2 to join the team on a temporary basis till March 2027.
The Marine Directorate sits within DG Net Zero and is part of the core Scottish Government. Its purpose is to manage Scotland's seas in line with the vision to deliver prosperity and environmental sustainability, working closely with a range of delivery partners. With 61% of the UK sea area, a fishing and aquaculture industry worth over £1 billion, 50,000 jobs in the marine economy and at least 6,500 marine species, this is a high-profile and fast-paced policy area.
The Marine Environment, Planning and Corporate Portfolio is responsible for ensuring the environmental protection of Scotland's marine area. This post sits within the Planned and Protected Seas Programme, which leads on the spatial protection of marine habitats and species and the ecosystems that support them, so that society continues to enjoy the natural goods and resources provided by our seas.
You will play a key role in supporting the development and implementation of fisheries management measures for Scotland's inshore Marine Protected Areas (MPAs) and Priority Marine Features (PMFs).
This varied and rewarding role offers the opportunity to work at the centre of marine policy delivery, supporting the publication of public consultations and accompanying evidence, coordinating the completion and clearance of statutory assessments, and helping to develop fisheries management measures from consultation towards implementation. You will also contribute to the development and clearance of statutory fisheries orders, support the management of consultation analysis, and assist with stakeholder engagement, communications and parliamentary business.
This varied and rewarding role offers you the autonomy to manage your own workload and work across teams to deliver transparent, inclusive, and well-governed marine policy. This will ensure policy proposals are evidence-based, legally compliant, and clearly communicated and show the Scottish Government’s approach to marine protection is transparent, consultative, and grounded in sound governance.
This role is a temporary position until March 2027. The role will involve significant travel across Scotland to support consultation events and stakeholder engagement.
Applications for this position will only be accepted from substantive B2 employees.
Please submit a CV and a statement outlining your suitability for the role, relevant skills and experience, and what you would bring to the team (maximum 500 words).
Vacancy closes at 11:59pm
All applications will be invited to an informal discussion with the hiring manager.
Informal discussions are to be confirmed.
If you have specific questions about the role, please contact mathew.leslie@gov.scot
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The devolved government for Scotland is responsible for matters that are devolved from Westminster. Areas of responsibility include the economy, health, education, justice, rural affairs, environment, and transport.
