Environment Agency

Environment Agency - Influence That Lasts

At the Environment Agency, we're more than a regulator - we're a purpose-driven organisation tackling the environmental challenges that matter most. From protecting communities against flooding to improving air and water quality, our work shapes a better future for people and planet.

Joining us means making an impact from day one. You'll have the freedom to apply your skills where they count, whether that's frontline operations, scientific analysis, policy development, or project delivery. Our mission is clear: to enable sustainable change, and we need passionate, curious minds to help us achieve it.

We offer more than a job - we offer a career built on flexibility, growth, and belonging. You’ll enjoy generous benefits, including an ethical pension invested in renewable energy, 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays, and flexible working options that support life and work in balance. From office buddies and peer networks to experienced mentors, you’ll have the support you need to thrive. And because your development matters, we’ll work with you to create a personalised training plan that aligns with your goals and the needs of the business - while encouraging you to drive your own journey.

This isn’t about profit. It’s about purpose. It’s about joining a people-led culture where your ideas influence decisions and your work creates lasting impact. Ready to shape the future? Your career starts here.

We’re One of the UK’s Top Graduate Employers – Join Us.

For the first time, the Environment Agency has earned a place on The Times Top 100 Graduate Employers list for 2025/26 and we’ve gone straight in at position 65, making us the highest new entry this year.

This recognition matters because it’s based on what graduates really think. Over 15,000 students who finished university in 2025 were asked to name their employer of choice, and they chose us - ahead of some long-established organisations. It shows that our reputation as a purpose-driven, people-focused employer is growing fast.

What’s the best thing about working in Sustainable Places at the Environment Agency?

From early beginnings to making an impact: Zulf’s story will inspire your next step

It’s a rare chance to make decisions today that will protect and improve places for generations.

Zulf Senior Advisor of National Strategy, Transformation and Assurance.