Marine Policy Officer

Home-based, with easy commuter access to London to attend events and meetings. Occasional travel to external meetings and events in other major locations in the UK will be required.

About Us

We are a leading UK environmental charity dedicated to protecting our ocean – defending crucial habitats, regenerating vital ecosystems and inspiring volunteers. We unite communities, governments, and industry, and champion science-based solutions for cleaner, healthier seas to tackle the climate and nature emergency.

We are currently looking for a Marine Policy Officer to join us on a full-time basis, working 35 hours per week, for a six month fixed-term contract.

The Benefits

• Salary of £30,360 – £34,500 per annum
• 25 days’ annual leave plus Bank Holidays, and extra closure days at Christmas
• 8% employer pension contributions (no match required)
• Sick pay at full pay for 8 weeks, then 8 weeks at half pay (after probation)
• Flexible working and remote-first approach
• Health and wellbeing support, plus an employee assistance programme
• A paid volunteering day to support a charity of your choice

This is a meaningful opportunity for a marine-focused policy professional with a track record of producing clear, persuasive briefings and expertise in UK marine policy and legislation to join our passionate organisation.

You’ll have the chance to help shape decisions that will affect our seas for decades to come, ensuring the transition to clean energy does not come at the expense of vital marine life.

What’s more, with a remote-first approach, flexible working and the chance to work as part of a small, focused team doing work that truly matters, this is the perfect role in which to make your mark.

So, if you’re ready to stand up for healthier seas and help push for policy change with lasting impact, read on and apply today.

The Role

As a Marine Policy Officer, you will contribute to policies that will help shape a future where the transition to clean energy protects and restores our seas.

Working closely with the Policy and Advocacy Manager, you will develop evidence-led policy positions and advocacy plans that influence the future of UK marine planning and offshore renewable energy, ensuring marine nature is at the heart of decisions.

You will engage with parliamentary developments, represent us at key stakeholder groups, and collaborate with environmental organisations to drive meaningful, joined-up action for healthier seas.

Additionally, you will:

• Produce clear, evidence-based policy briefings and advocacy materials
• Build strong relationships with government, industry and other influential stakeholders
• Speak to external audiences, including participating in occasional media interviews
• Work with internal teams to increase understanding of UK marine planning processes

About You

To be considered as a Marine Policy Officer, you will need:

• Experience of policy analysis
• Experience writing concise and compelling policy briefings or documents
• Experience working with government agencies in marine policy, preferably within NGOs, governments or statutory bodies
• Knowledge of UK marine policy and legislation
• Excellent research and analytical skills
• Good communication skills
• A genuine passion for marine conservation, and the patience to see complex policy through

The closing date for this role is 22nd July 2026.

Other organisations may call this role Policy Officer, Environmental Policy Officer, Marine Conservation Officer, Marine Policy Adviser, Policy Adviser, Environmental Policy Adviser, Policy and Advocacy Officer, or Environmental Advocacy Officer.

Webrecruit and The Marine Conservation Society are equal opportunities employers, value diversity and are strongly committed to providing equal employment opportunities for all employees and all applicants for employment. Equal opportunities are the only acceptable way to conduct business and we believe that the more inclusive our environments are, the better our work will be.

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