The Broads Authority has the important job of looking after the stunning Norfolk and Suffolk Broads, as well as the interests of the people who live, work and visit there.

It has two purposes identical to the other national park family members, relating to conservation and promoting people's understanding and enjoyment of the special qualities of the area. However, it also has a third purpose of looking after the waterways and protect the interests of navigation. It is the local planning authority, and a harbour and navigation authority.

Working for the Broads Authority offers a rewarding career in helping to conserve, enhance and promote the Broads. The organisation promotes a healthy work-life balance and provides a supportive working environment with opportunities for professional development.

Operating under the core values of commitment, being caring, open and honest, sustainable and exemplary, the Broads Authority values the importance of every individual across the organisation, holding all staff meetings and staff development days with activities, training and outdoor visits to help keep employees informed and engaged with its diverse scope of work.

Around 150 staff work for the Broads Authority in full-time, part-time, seasonal and temporary positions. Their jobs span a wide range of skills from finance to ecology, planning to tourism and all are crucial to the Broads Authority's work.