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Job Description
The Environment Agency is fully committed to having an inclusive workforce that reflects the communities we serve. We don't just talk about diversity; we seek it, embrace it, and live it, for the benefit of our staff, our communities, and our environment.
Role Overview
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 collaborate with Environment Agency colleagues, Defra, UK devolved administrations, and industry to implement significant legislative reforms. You can make a difference.
You’ll need to be adaptable, self-motivated, and capable of translating policy into action.
Your responsibilities will include:
1. Working closely with stakeholders across government, industry, and the Environment Agency to influence and implement legislation for workstreams such as Packaging and Deposit Return Scheme, with support for other workstreams as needed.
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 shaping digital systems for waste management or policy development.
Our team is dispersed and collaborates with various technical and project teams nationwide. We utilize smart tools to stay connected and reduce travel, though some travel and overnight stays may be required.
The Team
You’ll join our Producer Responsibility Team, which leads waste regulation reforms to help conserve resources and minimize waste.
We promote a positive, inclusive, and supportive culture where everyone feels valued, leveraging evidence, expertise, engagement, and innovation to influence policy, legislation, and secure resources.
Experience and Skills Required
* Ability to work effectively with people from diverse backgrounds and cultures, actively encouraging consideration of diversity issues.
* Confidence in negotiating and positively influencing others.
* Ability to build trusting, respectful relationships.
* Risk-based decision-making skills to achieve optimal outcomes.
* Knowledge of environmental legislation, especially waste management laws.
* Drive to innovate and make things happen.
* Strong written and verbal communication skills.
We offer development opportunities and appropriate training.
Additional Information
We support flexible working arrangements, including job share. Please specify your preferred working pattern in your application.
We have a Guaranteed Interview Policy for disabled applicants meeting minimum criteria. Training will be provided.
The role is based in our EA Office, with flexible/hybrid working arrangements. Some travel and overnight stays may be necessary.
For more details, read the Candidate/Additional Information Pack. For queries, contact roger.thomas@environment-agency.gov.uk.
Applications are assessed 'blind' based on competency questions. Interviews via MS Teams will be held within two weeks of the closing date.
If you wish to be on a reserve list, your details will be retained for 6 months for potential alternative roles.
Contract Length: 12 months
Competencies Assessed:
1. Focuses on Customers and Partners
2. Influences and Persuades Others
3. Achieves Results
Further guidance on competency responses is available in the candidate pack. Successful candidates may be shortlisted after initial sifting based on these capabilities.
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