Job Description
The Environment Agency is fully committed to having an inclusive workforce that reflects the communities we serve. We seek diversity, embrace it, and live it for the benefit of our staff, communities, and 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 will collaborate with Environment Agency colleagues, Defra, UK devolved administrations, and industry to reform legislation and make a difference.
Key Responsibilities:
* Work closely with stakeholders across government, industry, and the Environment Agency to influence and implement legislation for workstreams including Packaging and Deposit Return Scheme.
* Provide technical advice within the Environment Agency and to industry.
* Drive reforms in waste management to improve how waste is managed in England, including shaping digital systems and policy development.
Team Environment: You will join our Producer Responsibility Team, leading on waste regulation reforms to meet government ambitions for resource conservation and waste minimization. We promote a positive, inclusive, and supportive culture, leveraging evidence, expertise, engagement, and innovation.
Experience and Skills Required
* Ability to work effectively with diverse backgrounds and encourage diversity issues.
* 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 drive to implement change.
* Strong written and verbal communication skills.
We offer development opportunities and appropriate training. The role is flexible/hybrid with some travel and overnight stays possible.
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