Director of Environmental Compliance

il y a 2 semaines


Bruxelles, Région de Bruxelles, Belgique AVASK Temps plein

Role: Director of Environmental Compliance

Salary: Competitive

Location: Brussel, Belgium

The Director of Environmental Compliance will lead and manage AVASK's Circular Economy initiatives, with a particular focus on policy, governance, and commercial derivatives.

This role will emphasize Extended Producer Responsibility (EPR), Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment (WEEE), Batteries, and Single Use Plastics (SUPs), alongside other key Circular Economy policies.

​The successful candidate will be highly commercially astute and agile, with proven hands-on experience in managing business units, providing technical leadership, and delivering processes and procedures that align with sustainability and compliance goals.

Director of Environmental Compliance, the role

  • Define and execute a global strategy for EPR, WEEE, Batteries, and SUPs that aligns with organisational goals and supports international growth.
  • Lead efforts to influence and shape Circular Economy policies through collaboration with government agencies, industry groups, and non-governmental organisations.
  • Provide strategic advisory services to Senior Management and the board on matters relating to EPR, WEEE, Batteries, Single Use Plastics, and other circular economy areas.
  • Ensure compliance with EPR, WEEE, Batteries, and SUP regulations across multiple jurisdictions, managing filings and submissions to meet all deadlines.
  • Oversee the development, execution, and continuous improvement of compliance programs related to packaging, waste collection, recycling, and reuse initiatives.
  • Develop and enforce robust controls and procedures to mitigate risks and ensure alignment with global and local regulatory frameworks.
  • Establish and monitor key performance indicators (KPIs) to measure the effectiveness of circular economy initiatives and drive improvements.
  • Identify opportunities for innovation in EPR processes, recycling systems, and resource optimisation to enhance environmental outcomes.
  • Conduct training sessions and workshops to educate employees and partners on EPR, WEEE, Batteries, and SUP compliance requirements and best practices.
  • Stay ahead of global legislative changes and update policies, procedures, and compliance strategies to align with evolving Circular Economy regulations.
  • Collaborate with internal teams, partners, and stakeholders to integrate Circular economy principles into the company's overall sustainability strategy.
  • Prepare reports on compliance activities and performance metrics to share with senior leadership and external stakeholders.
  • Promote and advocate for best practices in resource efficiency, waste reduction, and circular product design.

Director of Environmental Compliance, about you

Educational Background:

  • Bachelor's degree in Environmental Science, Sustainability, Mechanical Engineering, or a related field. A Master's degree is preferred.

Professional Experience:

  • 8-10 years of experience in environmental compliance, sustainability, or a related field, with at least 5 years in a leadership role.
  • Demonstrated expertise in EPR, WEEE, Batteries, Single Use Plastics, and Circular Economy initiatives.
  • Strong knowledge of policy development, governance frameworks, and commercial implications of circular economy initiatives.
  • Experience in implementing compliance programs for Packaging EPR, WEEE collection and recycling, Batteries management, Plastic Tax Packaging, and SUP reduction strategies.
  • Technical Skills:
  • Subject matter expert in Packaging EPR, WEEE Compliance, Batteries Compliance, and SUP management.
  • Strong analytical, problem-solving, and project management skills.
  • Ability to lead and inspire cross-functional teams to deliver high-impact results.
  • Relevant certifications in environmental management or compliance are a plus.

Soft Skills:

  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills for effective engagement with internal and external stakeholders.
  • Highly organised and detail-oriented, with a commitment to accuracy and continuous improvement.
  • Commercially savvy, with the ability to balance regulatory compliance with business objectives and commercial realities.
  • Proactive, self-motivated, and agile in addressing emerging compliance issues.

ABOUT AVASK

AVASK Global Compliance is a rapidly expanding firm that specialises in international VAT and tax and accounting for e-commerce businesses that are located internationally and in Belgium.

AVASK are recommended External Tax Advisors under the Amazon Global Selling Programme and assist hundreds of Amazon FBA sellers, eBay, Shopify and many other platforms. On top of this, it provides its clients with a comprehensive range of expertise - from providing practical guidance on cross-border transactions, making sure that they are fully compliant and assisting on their group structures and tax advisory services.

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