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Job DescriptionThe Environment Agency is fully committed to having an inclusive workforce that reflects the communities we serve. We prioritize diversity, embrace it, and live by 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 seeking 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 stakeholders to implement significant legislative reforms. You need to be adaptable, self-motivated, and capable of translating policy into action. Your main responsibilities will include: Working closely with stakeholders across government, industry, and the Environment Agency to influence and implement legislation related to workstreams such as Packaging and Deposit Return Scheme. Providing technical advice within the Environment Agency and to industry partners. Driving reforms in waste management to improve how waste is managed in England, including shaping digital systems and policy development. We operate as a dispersed team, utilizing smart tools to stay connected and minimize travel, though some travel and overnight stays may be necessary. The TeamYou will join our Producer Responsibility Team, which leads waste regulation reforms to ensure resource conservation and waste minimization. Our culture promotes inclusion, support, and evidence-based decision-making, leveraging innovation to influence policy, legislation, and resource allocation. Experience and Skills RequiredIn your responses, demonstrate your ability to: Work effectively with diverse backgrounds and promote diversity in your work. Negotiate and influence outcomes positively. Build trusting, respectful relationships. Make risk-based decisions to achieve optimal results. Possess knowledge of environmental and waste management legislation. Innovate and drive change. Communicate effectively, both written and verbal. Utilize resources efficiently to meet priorities. Lead technical work and deliver results through others. Develop new approaches in response to change. We offer development opportunities and appropriate training to support your growth. Additional InformationThis is a flexible/hybrid role with an EA Office base location. Some travel and overnight stays may be required. Please review the Candidate/Additional Information Pack and contact for queries. Applications are assessed based on competency questions, and interviews will be conducted via MS Teams within two weeks of the closing date. We are committed to diversity and inclusion, supporting flexible working and guaranteed interviews for disabled applicants. We do not engage directly via post, email, or phone for recruitment.#J-18808-Ljbffr