Deputy Director for Environmental Markets & Regulation - 30904

Environment Agency; Warrington; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

The Environment Agency is seeking a Deputy Director for Environmental Markets & Regulation to provide strategic leadership in delivering a circular and Net-Zero economy. This permanent role involves overseeing various market-based schemes while managing stakeholder relationships and navigating complex regulatory environments. The ideal candidate will have proven leadership skills, experience in managing diverse teams, and the ability to influence policy in a dynamic setting.

Qualifications

• Proven operational leadership in large, diverse teams.
• Experience managing complex projects and change initiatives.
• Excellent communication skills for technical and non-technical audiences.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage diverse, geographically dispersed teams.
• Implement complex work programs and new operational approaches.
• Engage with senior stakeholders to secure commitment and influence policy.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Strategic Thinking

Stakeholder Management

Education

Background in a relevant professional discipline

Job description

Deputy Director for Environmental Markets & Regulation - 30904

We are seeking an experienced leader to support the Environment Agency in delivering a circular and Net-Zero economy through regulation of market-based schemes. This permanent role involves providing strategic leadership to operational teams overseeing Producer Responsibility Waste markets, Carbon Markets, Hazardous Waste, Chemicals, Carriers, Brokers, and International Waste Shipments.

You will work with government, industry, and regulators to develop and implement standards, manage stakeholder relationships, and lead on regulatory activities. The role requires excellent communication, strategic thinking, and leadership skills, with a focus on health, safety, wellbeing, diversity, and inclusion. You will contribute to national and organizational goals, representing the Agency in complex political and regulatory environments.

The team, part of National Regulation & Monitoring, comprises around 550 staff and is set to grow. It works closely with various departments and external bodies to deliver impactful environmental regulation.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and manage diverse, geographically dispersed teams
• Implement complex work programs and new operational approaches
• Engage with senior stakeholders to secure commitment and influence policy
• Translate technical and data insights into clear outcomes
• Navigate political and regulatory challenges effectively

Candidate Profile

• Proven operational leadership in large, diverse teams
• Experience managing complex projects and change initiatives
• Excellent communication skills for technical and non-technical audiences
• Ability to influence senior leaders and stakeholders
• Background in a relevant professional discipline

Additional Information

This role involves incident response responsibilities, requiring availability for emergencies. Virtual interviews are scheduled for July 28-29, 2025. The role reports to Malcolm Lythgo, Director of Operations, and offers flexible working arrangements. The Agency values diversity and inclusion and encourages applications from all backgrounds, including those with disabilities.