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Job Description
The Environment Agency is fully committed to having an inclusive workforce to reflect the communities we serve. We seek diversity, embrace it, and live it for the benefit of our staff, communities, and environment.
This is an opportunity to use your analytical skills to support environmental cleanup and advance circular economy goals through a new Deposit Return Scheme (DRS) for plastic bottles and cans. The scheme aims to reduce waste and promote sustainability across Britain.
You will lead data analytics efforts to support the implementation and development of the DRS. Your work will ensure data collected is robust, accurate, and used effectively to assess fraud risk, monitor compliance, and inform policy decisions.
By harnessing data, you can help streamline collection, reduce waste, and turn discarded items into valuable resources.
You’ll collaborate with colleagues across the Environment Agency, Defra, devolved administrations, and industry stakeholders to translate policy into operational systems. Your analysis will help identify patterns, trends, and ensure the scheme functions as intended.
You will develop dashboards, reports, and models to support enforcement and monitoring. Your responsibilities include:
* Collaborating with policy, digital, and regulatory teams to shape the DRS digital infrastructure and ensure data quality.
* Providing expert analytical insights to inform decision-making across the Agency and government partners.
* Helping define and improve data governance and reporting standards for the scheme.
You will also develop a solid understanding of the DRS regime, with opportunities to explore other producer responsibility regimes.
The team
In E&B, we promote a positive, inclusive, and supportive culture where everyone feels valued. We use evidence, expertise, engagement, and innovation to enhance delivery, influence policy, and secure resources.
You’ll join our Producer Responsibility Team, leading waste regulation reforms to help conserve resources by minimizing waste.
Experience/skills Required
In your answers, demonstrate your:
* Ability to work effectively with diverse backgrounds and cultures, encouraging consideration of diversity issues.
* Outstanding data and information management skills with strong attention to detail.
* Excellent communication skills, able to convey data insights clearly and influence outcomes.
* Ability to build trust and respectful relationships with stakeholders.
Desirable experience includes:
* Using R or Python (or similar) for data analysis.
* Working in agile environments with digital systems.
Development opportunities and training will be provided.
Contact and additional information
We support flexible working arrangements and have a Guaranteed Interview Policy for candidates with disabilities. The role is based in our EA Office with flexible/hybrid working. Some travel may be required.
Read the Candidate / Additional Information Pack for details. For questions, contact nikki.collins@environment-agency.gov.uk.
Applications are assessed via competency questions. Interviews via MS Teams will be held within two weeks of closing.
If interested in a reserve list, your details will be kept for 6 months for potential other roles.
Seniority level
* Associate
Employment type
* Full-time
Job function
* Design, Art/Creative, and Information Technology
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Locations include West Malling, East Grinstead, Biggin Hill, Pembury, Orpington, and others across England.
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