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Job Description
Do you want to drive forward the circular economy and influence future waste legislation? We’re looking for a Senior Advisor to join our Producer Responsibility team to help deliver the Government’s Resources and Waste Strategy.
You’ll work with Environment Agency colleagues, Defra, UK devolved administrations, and industry to deliver significant legislative changes. You can make a difference.
You’ll need to be adaptable, self-motivated, and able to translate policy into action. Your responsibilities will include:
1. Collaborating with stakeholders across government, industry, and the Environment Agency to influence and implement legislation for workstreams like Packaging and Deposit Return Scheme.
2. Providing technical advice within the Environment Agency and to industry.
3. Driving reforms in waste management to change how waste is managed in England, including developing digital systems or policy analysis.
We are a dispersed team working with various technical and project teams nationwide. Some travel and overnight stays may be required.
The Team
You’ll join our Producer Responsibility Team, which leads on reforming waste regulations to meet government ambitions for resource conservation and waste minimization.
Our culture promotes inclusivity, support, and innovation, leveraging evidence and expertise to influence policy, legislation, and resource allocation.
Experience and Skills Required
* Ability to work effectively with diverse backgrounds and encourage diversity considerations.
* Confidence in negotiating and influencing outcomes.
* Ability to build trusting relationships.
* Risk-based decision-making skills.
* Knowledge of environmental legislation, especially waste management laws.
* Innovative mindset and drive to implement change.
* Strong written and verbal communication skills.
* Resourcefulness in delivering outcomes aligned with priorities.
* Leadership in technical work and timely result delivery.
* Creative approaches to respond to change.
We offer development opportunities and training to support your growth.
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