UK Waste Strategy & Circular Economy Lead Job at JLL (Derby)

Job Description

This is a UK role based in England where you will be responsible drive transformational change across client’s portfolio. The portfolio comprises of different asset types and predominantly manufacturing buildings. This strategic role will lead the implementation of advanced circular economy initiatives, optimize waste management operations, and establish industry-leading sustainable manufacturing practices. You will be working with a team on the account to achieve client’s sustainability goals and ensure JLL’s sustainability performance are at its commitment. You are also expected to work with wider Sustainable Operations team in the region to collect best practices in waste and circular economy and apply where appropriate in your daily practices.

Job Responsibility

Work with sustainability coordinator to consolidate monthly waste data reports
Sign off data and financial reports for client
Build a waste data baseline for the UK and major sites
Provide training on data collection and reporting
Be a compliance expert for environmental compliance in waste management
Support annual audits including ISO 140001
Review and manage compliance documentation
Perform Duty of Care with waste contractors
Provide training on compliance
Lead detailed composition analysis of waste streams
Map emerging recycling technologies
Conduct market assessments for recyclable materials
Develop recycling opportunity registers
Identify closed-loop systems and take-back programmes with suppliers
Lead packaging optimization initiatives
Establish supplier agreements for material reclamation
Embed circular economy metrics into supplier scorecards
Analyse waste generation patterns and implement dynamic collection schedules
Conduct container utilization audits
Optimize collection routes across sites
Develop cost reduction roadmaps
Identify and engage with circular economy innovators
Establish governance for testing new initiatives
Connect with aerospace manufacturers to share best practices
Manage relationship with client and waste management contractors
Engage with JLL facility managers as key point of contact for waste advice
Support application of JLL standard sustainability operating procedures
Collaborate with regional and global teams on waste & circular economy strategy

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in Environmental Engineering, Sustainability, or related field
Master's preferred
Ability to analyse and present complex data sets with good knowledge of spreadsheets and other analytical software platforms, show strong analytical skills and a high attention to detail
7+ years experience in waste management, circular economy, or sustainability strategy
Proven track record in supplier relationship management and procurement integration
Strong analytical skills with experience in cost-benefit analysis and financial modelling
Knowledge of aerospace materials, manufacturing processes, and regulatory requirements
Have a passion for sustainability in the built environment
Be a self-starter with an ability to work autonomously as well as within a team
Demonstrate strong written and verbal communication skills and a desire to provide quality reports and advice
Flexible, self-motivated with a service-oriented personality and a strong desire to achieve goals
Promote open, constructive and collaborative relations with colleagues and clients
Project management experience preferred

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