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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, 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’ll collaborate with Environment Agency colleagues, Defra, UK devolved administrations, and Industry to implement significant legislative reforms. You can make a tangible difference.
We need someone adaptable, self-motivated, and capable of translating policy into action.
The role involves:
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 areas 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 and policy development.
Our team is dispersed and collaborates across the country using smart tools; some travel and overnight stays may be required.
The Team
You will join our Producer Responsibility Team, which leads on reforming Waste Regulations to meet government ambitions for resource conservation and waste minimization.
We promote a positive, inclusive, and supportive culture where everyone feels valued. We leverage evidence, expertise, engagement, and innovation to support delivery, influence policy, and secure resources.
Experience and Skills Required
* Ability to work effectively with diverse backgrounds and cultures, 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 training to support your growth.
Additional Information
You will have an inclusive incident management objective in your development plan. The role is flexible/hybrid with an EA Office base location. Some travel and overnight stays may be required.
Read the Candidate / Additional Information Pack for details. For questions, contact roger.thomas@environment-agency.gov.uk.
Applications are assessed via your answers to competency questions. Interviews will be via MS Teams within two weeks of the closing date.
If you agree to be on a reserve list, your details will be kept for 6 months, and you may be offered an alternative role.
Contract Length: 12 months
Competencies:
1. Focuses on Customers and Partners: Demonstrate engagement with stakeholders to address challenges.
2. Influences and Persuades Others: Share examples of influencing outside your team.
3. Achieves Results: Prioritize workload to meet deadlines with examples.
Note: The Environment Agency is not part of HM Civil Service; eligibility for continuous service varies. We promote diversity and flexible working, including job sharing. We guarantee an interview for applicants with disabilities meeting minimum criteria.
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