Biffa
Regulation Policy Lead - Compliance Schemes
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We have an exciting opportunity for a Regulation Policy Lead based in Stratford-Upon-Avon.
A quick look at the role.
As the Regulation & Policy Lead, you will be the department's expert on existing and emerging environmental legislation under producer responsibility and EPR regimes, managing the Environment Agency scheme submission template. You will provide technical guidance and policy advice to both internal and external stakeholders.
You will handle all technical aspects and queries, keeping stakeholders informed and working closely with the Sourcing Manager (obligation management), Operations Manager (key deadlines), and Commercial Manager (customers and services).
The role also involves preparing reports on environmental policy, staying updated on new developments, and collaborating with the Scheme Operations Manager to ensure compliance with regulatory and ISO standards.
Your Core Responsibilities.
- Subject matter expert for Packaging, WEEE & Battery Producer Responsibility.
- Manage a team of Compliance Managers and provide policy/regulatory advice.
- Monitor compliance processes and ensure alignment with regulations.
- Represent compliance schemes in government consultations, policy meetings, and trade associations.
- Provide team training on regulations and maintain training documentation.
- Manage the EA submission template, including registration and resubmissions.
- Maintain key client relationships through proactive account management.
- Support during busy periods, promote services, and ensure QA compliance
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Our Essential Requirements.
- Excellent knowledge of Producer Responsibility Regulations and practical application.
- Experience working with the Environment Agency and its procedures.
- Degree-level qualification with strong Excel skills for large data files.
- Proficient in other office applications with high numeracy and literacy.
- Ability to interpret legislation and meet deadlines.
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills at all levels
And here's why you'll love it at Biffa.
- Competitive salary
- Ongoing career development, training and coaching - because if you don't grow, we don't grow
- Generous pension scheme
- Retail and leisure discounts
- Holiday and travel discounts
- Bike to work scheme
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About Biffa.
At Biffa, we love working with waste. Whether we're turning it into sustainable power, finding new ways to recycle it or simply keeping it off the streets, we believe every day is an opportunity to improve the lives of millions. It's a view that's shared by our 11,500+ people around the country, who trust us to provide them with a career that's always rewarding, often challenging, but never dull.
Dedicated to Diversity.
Being inclusive is core to our culture at Biffa; we believe different ideas, perspectives and backgrounds are key to developing a creative and effective working environment that represents our communities and generates the best outcomes for colleagues, customers and stakeholders, which is why you'll find us championing diversity, equity and inclusion at every turn.
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