3 days ago Be among the first 25 applicants
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, communities, and the 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 real difference.
Ideal candidates will be adaptable, self-motivated, and capable of translating policy into practical actions.
Key responsibilities include:
1. Working with stakeholders across government, industry, and the Environment Agency to influence and implement legislation for workstreams such as Packaging and Deposit Return Scheme, along with supporting other areas as needed.
2. Providing technical advice within the Environment Agency and to industry partners.
3. Driving reforms in waste management, shaping policies and systems for the future of waste in England, including digital innovations.
We operate as a dispersed team using smart tools to stay connected, with some travel and overnight stays likely.
The Team
You will join our Producer Responsibility Team, which leads waste regulation reforms to meet government ambitions for resource conservation and waste minimization. Our culture promotes inclusivity, evidence-based decision making, and innovation to influence policy, legislation, and resource allocation.
Experience and Skills Required
In your responses, please demonstrate:
* Ability to work effectively with diverse backgrounds and promote diversity issues.
* Confidence in negotiating and positively influencing others.
* Skill in building trusting, respectful relationships.
* Risk-based decision-making skills.
* Knowledge of environmental legislation, particularly waste management laws.
* Innovative mindset and drive to implement change.
* Strong communication skills, both written and verbal.
* Resourcefulness in delivering outcomes aligned with priorities.
* Leadership in technical work and team results.
* Creative approaches to respond to change.
Training and development opportunities will be provided, tailored to your needs.
Additional Information
We support flexible working arrangements and have policies to assist applicants with disabilities, including guaranteed interviews if criteria are met. The role is based at an EA Office with flexible/hybrid working options. Some travel and overnight stays may be necessary.
For more details, please read the Candidate / Additional Information Pack. For queries, contact Roger.thomas@environment-agency.gov.uk.
Applications are assessed via competency questions, with interviews conducted via MS Teams within two weeks of the closing date. Successful candidates may be placed on a reserve list for six months for potential alternative roles.
Contract Duration: 12 months
#J-18808-Ljbffr