Senior Data Specialist

Ecosurety is looking for a Senior Data Specialist to take a leading role in delivering our EPR (extended producer responsibility) submissions. The successful candidate will need very strong organisational, analytical, and communication skills to deliver high-level data services to our clients. Working closely with our client services team, the purpose of the role is to deliver high value data services and embed strategic relationships with our key clients, working with senior stakeholders. As part of the data submissions team, you will collect, process and analyse data relating to packaging and other EPR regimes, utilising various IT platforms including Excel, PowerBI, SQL and other internally developed tools. In addition to client-facing responsibilities, the role involves supporting the development of data handling methodologies with clients. You will need to collaborate effectively with our client account managers to understand our clients’ needs and then help to deliver compliance and other data related work for them. This will require strong problem-solving skills to ensure data accuracy and compliance with EPR and other industry regulations. We are an industry leading company of 80+ people, based in the heart of Bristol’s vibrant city centre, with a mission to accelerate change towards an environmentally sustainable world. Our clients are many of the UK big brands and retailers, often facing big challenges over their use of packaging. We are a Certified B Corp, committed to balancing profit with our social and environmental impact. Job Description The role has several core aspects that include: Strategic Thinking: Take a proactive role in developing and strengthening long-term strategic relationships with key clients. Through in-depth analysis of their data, identify opportunities to offer services that help clients achieve their sustainability goals. Collaborate with clients to explore innovative solutions, positioning Ecosurety as a trusted partner in driving environmental compliance and enhancing our reputation in the industry. Client Data Services: Work closely with clients and account managers to collect, cleanse, and analyse EPR-related data, ensuring timely and accurate submissions for regulatory compliance and to meet other stakeholder requirements. Client and Stakeholder Engagement: Engage with clients directly, as well as through account managers, maintaining regular contact including onsite meetings across the UK as needed. Collaborate with internal and external stakeholders to ensure the effective delivery of data management services, particularly in a time sensitive regulatory environment. Reporting: Utilise existing business intelligence (BI) tools and develop new solutions to effectively present data, validation processes, and methodologies to clients. Deliver clear, insightful reports that communicate complex information in an accessible way, ensuring clients fully understand the data and its implications for their sustainability and compliance goals. Compliance Monitoring: Specialise in packaging EPR and support the assessment of client compliance with relevant EPR regulations, advising on best practices and recommending corrective actions where needed. Business Development Support: Assist business development teams by scoping data projects, offering insights into data collection and reporting requirements tailored to client needs. Person Specification Proven experience working in a data role, ideally within an environmental or compliance-driven setting. Advanced skills in Microsoft Excel for data analysis and automation (formulas, Power Query etc). Strong experience with data visualisation tools such as Power BI and managing large datasets with SQL. Knowledge and understanding of CRM systems, preferably Workbooks, for managing client data and workflows. Demonstrated ability to collaborate across teams, including account managers, to deliver projects that meet client specifications and regulatory requirements. Effective communication and presentation skills, capable of explaining complex data findings and methodologies to clients and stakeholders. Demonstrates confidence in expressing viewpoints and effectively stands their ground when working with direct clients, while remaining open to constructive dialogue and collaboration. Strong analytical, organisational, and problem-solving abilities with excellent attention to detail and a focus on compliance. Ability to work both independently and as part of a team, managing tasks efficiently while supporting junior colleagues. Proactive learner, capable of adapting to new technologies, data platforms, and evolving regulatory frameworks. Package £42 – 45k per year Permanent contract, full time, 8-hour day with flexibility 28 days holiday plus 8 bank holidays 5 x salary life insurance, 7% employer pension contribution, up to 10% bonus, employee health cash plan, paid sick leave, critical illness cover, 2 weeks workcation, options to buy additional holiday or unpaid leave, 3 days volunteer leave, happy to talk flexible working, remote working, wellbeing support, great office location, £250 home working set up payment. Hybrid working: Employees are expected to work with colleagues (primarily at the office) at least 50% of the month Closing date: 9am, 7th November 2024 Start Date: asap REF-(Apply online only)