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Job Description
The Environment Agency is fully committed to having an inclusive workforce that reflects the communities we serve. We actively seek, embrace, and live diversity for the benefit of our staff, communities, and environment.
Role Overview
Do you want to drive 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 implement significant legislative reforms. The role requires adaptability, self-motivation, and the ability to translate policy into action.
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, among others.
* Provide technical advice within the Environment Agency and to industry partners.
* Contribute to reforms in waste management, aiming to improve waste handling in England, including developing digital systems and policy analysis.
Our team is dispersed, working with various technical and project teams nationwide. 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 influence policy, legislation, and resource allocation.
Experience and Skills Required
* Ability to work effectively with diverse backgrounds and cultures, encouraging consideration of diversity issues.
* Confidence in negotiating and influencing outcomes.
* Ability to build trusting, respectful 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.
Development opportunities and training will be provided.
Additional Information
This is a flexible/hybrid role with an EA Office base location. Some travel may be necessary. Please review the Candidate/Additional Information Pack. For queries, contact roger.thomas@environment-agency.gov.uk.
Applications are assessed via competency questions. Interviews will be conducted via MS Teams within two weeks of the closing date.
We support diversity and inclusion, including flexible working and guaranteed interviews for disabled applicants.
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