Civil Service - Department for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs

SRO and Director of Operations

London, Weybridge £125,000 Closing Date: Midday on Wednesday 18th November 2026 Permanent
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Lead the National Biosecurity Centre Programme and strengthen UK's biosecurity capabilities.

Salary
£125,000
Working Pattern
Full-time
Location
London, Weybridge
Closing Date
Midday on Wednesday 18th November 2026
Qualifications & Related Pathways
Degree Desirable
Related degrees/fields: Science/Health
"Degree" — Job Specification
Experience Required
Leadership Experience Essential
"Leadership Experience" — Job Specification
Key Skills
Project Management Skills Desirable
"Project Management Skills"
Requisition Details
  • Job ID: #10642
  • Employer: Civil Service - Department for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs
  • Location: London, Weybridge
  • Closing Date: Midday on Wednesday 18th November 2026
  • Contract: Permanent
  • Last Verified: 2026-11-13
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