Job Description

Here at [Employer hidden], we’re connected by a passion that drives us to be purposeful in every action we take – to protect our environment. Through our expertise, we lead projects that make a difference for Scotland, and our workplaces are grounded in respect for that expertise. That’s why, when you join us as Specialist Enforcement Support Officers, you’ll discover enriching benefits, meaningful support, and opportunities to learn every day. That’s what it means to be Passionately Purposeful – for our environment, and for your career. On successful appointment, the job title will be Specialist 2.

Responsibilities

• Providing senior investigative and enforcement support across [Employer hidden]’s regulatory teams, acting as a specialist point of contact for complex, sensitive or contentious cases.
• Leading or supporting complex investigations into serious non-compliance, ensuring evidence and decision-making meet statutory, procedural and evidential standards.
• Delivering authoritative investigative and enforcement advice and guidance, interpreting legislation and applying specialist judgement where issues are unclear, novel or high risk.
• Supporting the operational delivery of national interventions and contribute specialist regulatory insight to thematic intervention approaches led by the Interventions Specialist.
• Representing Enforcement and strengthen [Employer hidden]’s enforcement practice, contributing to and developing guidance, procedures, training, working groups, cross agency work, and providing mentoring or oversight to less experienced colleagues.

Requirements

• Relevant qualification or equivalent experience at SCQF Level 8–10. Comprehensive technical knowledge in a relevant environmental, regulatory or relevant specialism.
• Demonstrated experience leading or supporting complex investigations, enforcement, and interventions.
• Highly developed written and verbal communication skills, including explaining complex issues in contentious and confrontational environments.
• Strong analytical skills with the ability to interpret legislation, technical information, and data.
• Ability to provide authoritative advice and guide others on the resolution of complex issues; and provision of support to internal and external working groups.

Benefits

• Hybrid and Flexible working opportunities
• Up to 35 days annual leave and 7 additional public holidays each year (pro rata)
• Paid time off to support your Wellbeing and enable you to Volunteer in your community
• Local Government Pension Scheme (LGPS)
• Progressive Family Friendly policies
• Training & development to enable colleagues to improve their skills, competencies and knowledge to perform at their best.

Additional Information

[Employer hidden] is committed to promoting equality, diversity, and good relations. We recruit solely based on merit. Shortlisting conducted anonymously. We support flexible working arrangements. For questions, contact [contact hidden]. Visit beta.[Employer hidden].scot for more.