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DS Smith provides innovative packaging solutions, paper products and recycling services with a commitment to sustainability and a circular economy.

Our core purpose is to Redefine Packaging for a Changing World, and our expert teams work closely with like-minded partners to incorporate renewable resources for products that minimize our environmental impact, reduce complexity and increase profitability through supply chain optimization.

Manufacturing & Electronics

DS Smith

Redefining Packaging for a Changing World

You must have project management experience, packaging industry knowledge, strong communication skills, analytical problem-solving abilities, and a commitment to continuous improvement.

You will drive innovation, develop solutions, manage projects, support sales, engage with customers, enhance margins, and ensure successful project delivery while aligning with strategic goals.

Research & Development

Design

Edinburgh

Glasgow

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 Drive the DS Smith’s Innovation Agenda, delivering our business value proposition to customers.<br> <br> Instigate, develop and deliver proactive, insight-based innovation and management of the innovation pipeline.<br> <br> May be responsible for ideating new solutions, producing high-quality visuals, prototypes and contributing to the iterative concept analysis and testing process.<br> <br> Manage projects/resources as required.<br> <br> Innovation Specialist I covers medium to large multi-site business unit(s) or may work at the Divisional or Group level.
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  About the role
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  Be a game changer as we invent, re-imagine and redefine packaging
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  We are seeking a Design for Innovation Specialist, who’ll be responsible for the daily management and delivery of programmes and projects across the UK North Cluster. The Design for Innovation Specialists will ensure we deliver added value through innovation, continuous improvement projects, market insight and research. It’s a very exciting time to join, as we have committed to investing in our future across our strategic growth enablers within Innovation (R&amp;D), Sustainability and Digital &amp; Data.
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  The work will deliver a unique, best-in-class proposition, which will excite customers to want to work with us. They will be able to meet with customers, discuss ideas and offer relevant solutions
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  Reporting to the Cluster D&amp;I Manager, you will drive the Innovation Agenda using our unique solution driven approach to deliver our Value Proposition to Customers whilst achieving profitable growth for DS Smith.
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  Projects will encompass but not be limited to the following key strategic areas:
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    Operational excellence and continuous improvement
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  <li>
   <div>
    DS Smith Sustainability commitments
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  <li>
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    Support our Sales Team during opportunities that arise, scoping out technical requirements and presenting the best solution that maximises the chances of successful conversion
   </div></li>
  <li>
   <div>
    Support the team in onboarding new business to ensure we ‘get it right first time ‘
   </div></li>
  <li>
   <div>
    Support and when applicable lead Impact and PackRight Centre visits
   </div></li>
  <li>
   <div>
    Deliver margin enhancement projects and contractual VE agreements.
   </div></li>
  <li>
   <div>
    Provide technical support to customer’s, both remotely and at their premises
   </div></li>
  <li>
   <div>
    Walk Customer lines identifying, proposing and managing ongoing technical improvements.
   </div></li>
  <li>
   <div>
    Deliver the innovation agenda to develop commercially viable solutions aligned to the insight, category management and specific customer challenges
   </div></li>
  <li>
   <div>
    Support the IC content development, Strategic Innovation Sessions and bespoke Packright customer sessions
   </div></li>
 </ul>
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  The role will require monitoring and co-ordination of the key projects that are aligned to Design and Innovation strategic goals. You will regularly review to ensure they are on track to deliver the committed results and ensure successful completion of projects.
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  About you
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    Excellent project management track record
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    Implementation of continuous improvement and value engineering programmes.
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  <li>
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    Experience in the Packaging industry, ideally in a technical/design role
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  <li>
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    Good technical understanding of our materials and box performance factors
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  <li>
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    Strong communication, presentation and organisational skills
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    Enthusiastic, influential and strives for excellence
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    An ability to develop and execute alternative solutions
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    Excellent analytical and problem solving
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    Excellent project and time management skills
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    Good communication skills – written and verbal
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    Manage and prioritise your activity to maximise value creation, business retention and profitable growth.
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    Commit to your personal development programs for continuous improvement
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  Benefits
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    Competitive salary
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    Discretionary bonus
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    25 days’ holiday plus bank holidays
   </div></li>
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    Pension scheme, life assurance and income protection
   </div></li>
  <li>
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    Sharesave scheme
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  <li>
   <div>
    Employee Assistance Programme
   </div></li>
  <li>
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    Employee Discounts
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    Cycle to work scheme
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  Location
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  Remote role (ideally along the M8 corridor Glasgow / Edinburgh) with regular travel to DS Smith and customer sites
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  About us
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  We’re DS Smith, the FTSE100 company who are redefining packaging for a changing world. We believe a better, more sustainable tomorrow is possible with the right people, who challenge and support one another to enact positive change. Today, we operate in more than 30 different countries, proudly employing over 30,000 people, and supporting customers across sectors like FMCG, industrial, and e-commerce. We deliver on quality, service, innovation, and added value to deliver market-leading sustainable packaging solutions our customers need. Our industry needs to transform, and we’re building the team to drive change across Europe and North America.
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  <i> To fulfil our purpose of redefining packaging for a changing world, we aim to build a diverse, motivated, and engaged workforce. Our goal is to create a culture of inclusion where everyone is treated fairly, differences are valued, and everyone has an equal opportunity to succeed.</i>
 </div>
 <div></div>
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  <i> Our people come from diverse backgrounds, bring different perspectives, ideas and experiences to generate unique solutions focused on present and future sustainability challenges. We welcome all candidates to apply, even those not meeting all criteria.</i>
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 Drive the DS Smith’s Innovation Agenda, delivering our business value proposition to customers.  Instigate, develop and deliver proactive, insight-based innovation and management of the innovation pipeline.  May be responsible for ideating new solutions, producing high-quality visuals, prototypes and contributing to the iterative concept analysis and testing process.  Manage projects/resources as required.  Innovation Specialist I covers medium to large multi-site business unit(s) or may work at the Divisional or Group level.
 
  About the role
 
 
 
  Be a game changer as we invent, re-imagine and redefine packaging
 
 
 
  We are seeking a Design for Innovation Specialist, who’ll be responsible for the daily management and delivery of programmes and projects across the UK North Cluster. The Design for Innovation Specialists will ensure we deliver added value through innovation, continuous improvement projects, market insight and research. It’s a very exciting time to join, as we have committed to investing in our future across our strategic growth enablers within Innovation (R&D), Sustainability and Digital & Data.
 
 
 
  The work will deliver a unique, best-in-class proposition, which will excite customers to want to work with us. They will be able to meet with customers, discuss ideas and offer relevant solutions
 
 
 
  Reporting to the Cluster D&I Manager, you will drive the Innovation Agenda using our unique solution driven approach to deliver our Value Proposition to Customers whilst achieving profitable growth for DS Smith.
 
 
 
  Projects will encompass but not be limited to the following key strategic areas:
 
 
  
   
    Operational excellence and continuous improvement
   
  
   
    DS Smith Sustainability commitments
   
  
   
    Support our Sales Team during opportunities that arise, scoping out technical requirements and presenting the best solution that maximises the chances of successful conversion
   
  
   
    Support the team in onboarding new business to ensure we ‘get it right first time ‘
   
  
   
    Support and when applicable lead Impact and PackRight Centre visits
   
  
   
    Deliver margin enhancement projects and contractual VE agreements.
   
  
   
    Provide technical support to customer’s, both remotely and at their premises
   
  
   
    Walk Customer lines identifying, proposing and managing ongoing technical improvements.
   
  
   
    Deliver the innovation agenda to develop commercially viable solutions aligned to the insight, category management and specific customer challenges
   
  
   
    Support the IC content development, Strategic Innovation Sessions and bespoke Packright customer sessions
   
 
 
 
  The role will require monitoring and co-ordination of the key projects that are aligned to Design and Innovation strategic goals. You will regularly review to ensure they are on track to deliver the committed results and ensure successful completion of projects.
 
 
 
  About you
 
 
 
  
   
    Excellent project management track record
   
  
   
    Implementation of continuous improvement and value engineering programmes.
   
  
   
    Experience in the Packaging industry, ideally in a technical/design role
   
  
   
    Good technical understanding of our materials and box performance factors
   
  
   
    Strong communication, presentation and organisational skills
   
  
   
    Enthusiastic, influential and strives for excellence
   
  
   
    An ability to develop and execute alternative solutions
   
  
   
    Excellent analytical and problem solving
   
  
   
    Excellent project and time management skills
   
  
   
    Good communication skills – written and verbal
   
  
   
    Manage and prioritise your activity to maximise value creation, business retention and profitable growth.
   
  
   
    Commit to your personal development programs for continuous improvement
   
 
 
 
  Benefits
 
 
 
  
   
    Competitive salary
   
  
   
    Discretionary bonus
   
  
   
    25 days’ holiday plus bank holidays
   
  
   
    Pension scheme, life assurance and income protection
   
  
   
    Sharesave scheme
   
  
   
    Employee Assistance Programme
   
  
   
    Employee Discounts
   
  
   
    Cycle to work scheme
   
 
 
 
  Location
 
 
 
  Remote role (ideally along the M8 corridor Glasgow / Edinburgh) with regular travel to DS Smith and customer sites
 
 
 
  About us
 
 
 
  We’re DS Smith, the FTSE100 company who are redefining packaging for a changing world. We believe a better, more sustainable tomorrow is possible with the right people, who challenge and support one another to enact positive change. Today, we operate in more than 30 different countries, proudly employing over 30,000 people, and supporting customers across sectors like FMCG, industrial, and e-commerce. We deliver on quality, service, innovation, and added value to deliver market-leading sustainable packaging solutions our customers need. Our industry needs to transform, and we’re building the team to drive change across Europe and North America.
 
 
 
   To fulfil our purpose of redefining packaging for a changing world, we aim to build a diverse, motivated, and engaged workforce. Our goal is to create a culture of inclusion where everyone is treated fairly, differences are valued, and everyone has an equal opportunity to succeed.
 
 
 
   Our people come from diverse backgrounds, bring different perspectives, ideas and experiences to generate unique solutions focused on present and future sustainability challenges. We welcome all candidates to apply, even those not meeting all criteria.
 



Design for Innovation Specialist - DS Smith

Design for Innovation Specialist

You should have attention to detail, knowledge or interest in the POS industry, experience with cardboard/packaging, and ideally, skills in Artios and Illustrator.

You will support sales and growth by designing bespoke POS products, ensuring quality, collaborating with creative teams, and working closely with Structural Team Leaders for guidance.

Product

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   About the role
  </div>
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   This opportunity is perfect for a motivated Junior Structural Designer who’s looking to start developing their skillset around cardboard design and move their career forward in an established, global business, with a structured development path laid out in front of you.
  </div>
  <div></div>
  <div>
   In this role, you’ll be providing support to the Account Management, Commercial and Production teams to drive sales and growth, through the delivery of an outstanding level of service which focuses on competitiveness, communication, accuracy, reliability and dependability. You’ll also provide a consistently high standard of quality in your work to support the growth and development of the function and wider business.
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   You will be fully involved with all stages of the design process, using Artios to design bespoke POS products for customers and also provide them with accurate specification drawings, samples, prototypes, and assembly guides. This will involve frequent interaction with Creative and Artwork teams so that our customers receive a first-class product and we can continue to build excellent relationships. You’ll also work closely with the Structural Team Leaders so that you’re supported properly and can do your best work with us.
  </div>
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  <div>
   About you
  </div>
  <ul>
   <li>Knowledge of the POS industry, or an interest in developing your knowledge</li>
   <li>Strong attention to detail</li>
   <li>Ability to communicate and work well with Account Managers and other teams in the business</li>
   <li>Experience working with cardboard/packaging</li>
   <li>Product Design experience (desirable)</li>
   <li>Experience using Artios and Illustrator (desirable)</li>
  </ul>
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   Benefits
  </div>
  <ul>
   <li>Competitive salary</li>
   <li>Pension scheme, life assurance and income protection</li>
   <li>25 days holiday, plus bank holidays</li>
   <li>Sharesave scheme</li>
   <li>Digital GP Service</li>
   <li>Employee Assistance Programme</li>
   <li>Cycle to work scheme</li>
   <li>Employee discounts</li>
  </ul>
  <div></div>
  <div>
   Location: Ely (on site - Monday - Friday)
  </div>
  <div></div>
  <div>
   About us
  </div>
  <div>
   We’re DS Smith, the FTSE100 company who are redefining packaging for a changing world. We believe a better, more sustainable tomorrow is possible with the right people, who challenge and support one another to enact positive change. Today, we operate in more than 30 different countries, proudly employing over 30,000 people, and supporting customers across sectors like FMCG, industrial, and e-commerce. We deliver on quality, service, innovation, and added value to deliver market-leading sustainable packaging solutions our customers need. Our industry needs to transform, and we’re building the team to drive change across Europe and North America.
  </div>
  <div></div>
  <div>
   <i> To fulfil our purpose of redefining packaging for a changing world, we aim to build a diverse, motivated, and engaged workforce. Our goal is to create a culture of inclusion where everyone is treated fairly, differences are valued, and everyone has an equal opportunity to succeed.</i>
  </div>
  <div>
   <i> Our people come from diverse backgrounds, bring different perspectives, ideas and experiences to generate unique solutions focused on present and future sustainability challenges. We welcome all candidates to apply, even those not meeting all criteria.</i>
  </div>
 </div>
</div>


 
 
 
  
   About the role
  
  
   This opportunity is perfect for a motivated Junior Structural Designer who’s looking to start developing their skillset around cardboard design and move their career forward in an established, global business, with a structured development path laid out in front of you.
  
  
  
   In this role, you’ll be providing support to the Account Management, Commercial and Production teams to drive sales and growth, through the delivery of an outstanding level of service which focuses on competitiveness, communication, accuracy, reliability and dependability. You’ll also provide a consistently high standard of quality in your work to support the growth and development of the function and wider business.
  
  
  
   You will be fully involved with all stages of the design process, using Artios to design bespoke POS products for customers and also provide them with accurate specification drawings, samples, prototypes, and assembly guides. This will involve frequent interaction with Creative and Artwork teams so that our customers receive a first-class product and we can continue to build excellent relationships. You’ll also work closely with the Structural Team Leaders so that you’re supported properly and can do your best work with us.
  
  
  
   About you
  
  
   Knowledge of the POS industry, or an interest in developing your knowledge
   Strong attention to detail
   Ability to communicate and work well with Account Managers and other teams in the business
   Experience working with cardboard/packaging
   Product Design experience (desirable)
   Experience using Artios and Illustrator (desirable)
  
  
  
   Benefits
  
  
   Competitive salary
   Pension scheme, life assurance and income protection
   25 days holiday, plus bank holidays
   Sharesave scheme
   Digital GP Service
   Employee Assistance Programme
   Cycle to work scheme
   Employee discounts
  
  
  
   Location: Ely (on site - Monday - Friday)
  
  
  
   About us
  
  
   We’re DS Smith, the FTSE100 company who are redefining packaging for a changing world. We believe a better, more sustainable tomorrow is possible with the right people, who challenge and support one another to enact positive change. Today, we operate in more than 30 different countries, proudly employing over 30,000 people, and supporting customers across sectors like FMCG, industrial, and e-commerce. We deliver on quality, service, innovation, and added value to deliver market-leading sustainable packaging solutions our customers need. Our industry needs to transform, and we’re building the team to drive change across Europe and North America.
  
  
  
    To fulfil our purpose of redefining packaging for a changing world, we aim to build a diverse, motivated, and engaged workforce. Our goal is to create a culture of inclusion where everyone is treated fairly, differences are valued, and everyone has an equal opportunity to succeed.
  
  
    Our people come from diverse backgrounds, bring different perspectives, ideas and experiences to generate unique solutions focused on present and future sustainability challenges. We welcome all candidates to apply, even those not meeting all criteria.
  
 


Junior Structural Designer - DS Smith

Junior Structural Designer

You should have 5+ years' PQE in energy law, commercial judgment, a strong analytical mind, and be a collaborative, action-oriented team player willing to travel and meet tight deadlines.

You will manage energy contracts, advise on litigation, negotiate supply agreements, support CAPEX projects, and ensure compliance with regulations while collaborating with procurement teams.

Legal

London

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  Core Responsibilities:
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  <li>Managing the Group’s existing portfolio of energy contracts to support timely renewal and or termination negotiations.</li>
  <li>Advising on contentious matters or litigation relating to the Group’s existing energy portfolio, with the assistance of external counsel where required.</li>
  <li>Advising, and providing training, on key regulatory and legislative developments in the energy and utilities sectors where of potential relevance to the Group’s energy portfolio and energy projects.</li>
  <li>Working closely with the Group Energy procurement team to advise on, and negotiate:<br>
   <ul>
    <li>Major energy supply and service agreements.</li>
    <li>Physical supply contracts.</li>
    <li>Commodity hedging arrangements.</li>
    <li>Energy CAPEX contracts and related supply agreements.</li>
    <li>Energy subsidies (with an understanding of related EU legislation).</li>
    <li>Energy sale agreements.</li>
    <li>Carbon reduction agreements.</li>
    <li>Agreements related to GOs and PPAs.</li>
   </ul></li>
 </ul>
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  <div>
   <br> Net Zero CAPEX Projects:
  </div>
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   <ul>
    <li>Supporting major CAPEX projects, specifically any such Energy focussed projects.</li>
    <li>Advising project teams on legal issues throughout the life of such projects</li>
    <li>Working closely with the Energy and CAPEX teams to assess potential future decarbonisation opportunities.</li>
    <li>Managing external counsel to ensure appropriate and cost-effective legal support is provided where required.</li>
    <li>Advising on key development, construction, commercial, service and supply agreements in conjunction with external counsel.</li>
   </ul>
  </div>
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  Key Experiences &amp; Attributes:
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  <ul>
   <li>5+ years' PQE with in-depth experience of working on a range of energy related legal matters and a good understanding of key legislation and regulation governing the energy and utilities sector.</li>
   <li>In-house experience beneficial but not essential.</li>
   <li>Good commercial judgement and the willingness to use it.</li>
   <li>Intellectually sound with a strong, analytical mind.</li>
   <li>Hard-working, task and action-oriented.</li>
   <li>Team player.</li>
   <li>Grounded, collaborative and comfortable engaging at every level of an organisation.</li>
   <li>High degree of energy and commitment, an ability and willingness to travel and to deliver to tight deadlines.</li>
   <li>Ability to work in a lean and fast paced operational environment.</li>
  </ul>
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  Core Responsibilities:
 
 
  Managing the Group’s existing portfolio of energy contracts to support timely renewal and or termination negotiations.
  Advising on contentious matters or litigation relating to the Group’s existing energy portfolio, with the assistance of external counsel where required.
  Advising, and providing training, on key regulatory and legislative developments in the energy and utilities sectors where of potential relevance to the Group’s energy portfolio and energy projects.
  Working closely with the Group Energy procurement team to advise on, and negotiate:
   
    Major energy supply and service agreements.
    Physical supply contracts.
    Commodity hedging arrangements.
    Energy CAPEX contracts and related supply agreements.
    Energy subsidies (with an understanding of related EU legislation).
    Energy sale agreements.
    Carbon reduction agreements.
    Agreements related to GOs and PPAs.
   
 
 
  
    Net Zero CAPEX Projects:
  
  
   
    Supporting major CAPEX projects, specifically any such Energy focussed projects.
    Advising project teams on legal issues throughout the life of such projects
    Working closely with the Energy and CAPEX teams to assess potential future decarbonisation opportunities.
    Managing external counsel to ensure appropriate and cost-effective legal support is provided where required.
    Advising on key development, construction, commercial, service and supply agreements in conjunction with external counsel.
   
  
 
 
 
  Key Experiences & Attributes:
 
 
  
   5+ years' PQE with in-depth experience of working on a range of energy related legal matters and a good understanding of key legislation and regulation governing the energy and utilities sector.
   In-house experience beneficial but not essential.
   Good commercial judgement and the willingness to use it.
   Intellectually sound with a strong, analytical mind.
   Hard-working, task and action-oriented.
   Team player.
   Grounded, collaborative and comfortable engaging at every level of an organisation.
   High degree of energy and commitment, an ability and willingness to travel and to deliver to tight deadlines.
   Ability to work in a lean and fast paced operational environment.
  
 


Senior Legal Counsel, Energy & CAPEX Projects - DS Smith

Senior Legal Counsel, Energy & CAPEX Projects

You should have experience in quality management, compliance standards, leadership skills, and a background in industrial operations to ensure effective quality systems are in place.

You will oversee quality and compliance standards, ensure regulatory adherence, conduct audits, and drive continuous improvement initiatives across various teams and processes.

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  About the role
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   The retail landscape is as competitive as ever, so making a statement that leaves an impression on consumers is vital. DS Smith Retail Marketing provides creative input, strategic insights, and high-end production capability, and all of these come together in our innovative POS displays. Our customers can feel safe in the knowledge that our tried and tested, yet constantly updated, products will optimise sales and help to create that all-important customer loyalty.
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   We are currently seeking an experienced Group Quality &amp; Compliance Manager to join our Retail Marketing team at our Ely site and take responsibility for compliance with statutory and legislative requirements.
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   In this role you will ensure that the safety and environmental procedures, work practices and guidelines related to Quality and Compliance issues are applicable to the DS Smith Retail Marketing Group facilities. This will cover the daily operation and maintenance of the warehouses and all ancillary structures as well as all traffic on the site.
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   Key Responsibilities
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   This role will have several key responsibilities including:
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     Advising and assisting department managers/directors and other colleagues in planning, organising, controlling, and maintaining a secure environment for quality work.
   </div></li>
  <li>
   <div>
     Provide all the necessary Quality procedures related to the daily operation and the maintenance of the various sites.
   </div></li>
  <li>
   <div>
     Devise and implement Quality rules to manage the movement of work through the sites to meet client standards.
   </div></li>
  <li>
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     Set up and deliver Quality and training for all employees of DS Smith.
   </div></li>
  <li>
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     Ensure that all Suppliers are appropriately KPI tracked.
   </div></li>
  <li>
   <div>
     Understand the execution of works from the Quality and Security perspective and influence improvements to procedures.
   </div></li>
  <li>
   <div>
     Maintain the continuous improvement of Quality and Security procedures and rules to further increase quality and security and minimise potential issues.
   </div></li>
  <li>
   <div>
     Provide programmes of frequent Quality and Security checks in line with legislation, good industry practice and DS Smith standards.
   </div></li>
  <li>
   <div>
     Maintain good relationships and frequently exchange information with Quality and Security organisations and other experts.
   </div></li>
  <li>
   <div>
     Maintain the Retail Marketing Integrated Management System and arrange for internal and external auditing of the system.
   </div></li>
  <li>
   <div>
     Prepare and coordinate the compliance audits and the audit process, ensuring that audit recommendations are being implemented with agreed timescales.
   </div></li>
 </ul>
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   About you
 </div>
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  <i> Minimum requirements:</i>
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 <ul>
  <li>
   <div>
     Experience in a similar role within a quality function and experience of managing quality systems.
   </div></li>
  <li>
   <div>
     Previous experience of working in an FMCG/Manufacturing (or similar) environment.
   </div></li>
  <li>
   <div>
     Specialist for Quality and Security Compliance to ISO, FSC and BRC requirements.
   </div></li>
  <li>
   <div>
     Excellent communication skills clearly and persuasively, orally and in writing to a varied, multilingual audience.
   </div></li>
  <li>
   <div>
     A proactive attitude, with a continuous focus to resolve problems effectively, improve processes and performance.
   </div></li>
  <li>
   <div>
     A competent IT user with experience of using Microsoft office suite.
   </div></li>
  <li>
   <div>
     Full UK driving licence.
   </div></li>
 </ul>
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 <div>
   Benefits
 </div>
 <ul>
  <li>
   <div>
     Competitive salary
   </div></li>
  <li>
   <div>
     Discretionary bonus
   </div></li>
  <li>
   <div>
     25 days holiday plus bank holidays
   </div></li>
  <li>
   <div>
     Car allowance
   </div></li>
  <li>
   <div>
     Pension scheme, life assurance and income protection
   </div></li>
  <li>
   <div>
     Sharesave scheme
   </div></li>
  <li>
   <div>
     Employee Assistance Programme
   </div></li>
  <li>
   <div>
     Employee Discounts
   </div></li>
  <li>
   <div>
     Cycle to work scheme
   </div></li>
 </ul>
 <div></div>
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   Location: Ely - On-Site based role
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   Hours: 40 hours per week Monday to Friday
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 <div></div>
 <div>
   About us
 </div>
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   We’re DS Smith, the FTSE100 company who are redefining packaging for a changing world. We believe a better, more sustainable tomorrow is possible with the right people, who challenge and support one another to enact positive change. Today, we operate in more than 30 different countries, proudly employing over 30,000 people, and supporting customers across sectors like FMCG, industrial, and e-commerce. We deliver on quality, service, innovation, and added value to deliver market-leading sustainable packaging solutions our customers need. Our industry needs to transform, and we’re building the team to drive change across Europe and North America.
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  <i> To fulfil our purpose of redefining packaging for a changing world, we aim to build a diverse, motivated, and engaged workforce. Our goal is to create a culture of inclusion where everyone is treated fairly, differences are valued, and everyone has an equal opportunity to succeed.</i>
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  <i> Our people come from diverse backgrounds, bring different perspectives, ideas and experiences to generate unique solutions focused on present and future sustainability challenges. We welcome all candidates to apply, even those not meeting all criteria.</i>
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  About the role
 
 
 
   The retail landscape is as competitive as ever, so making a statement that leaves an impression on consumers is vital. DS Smith Retail Marketing provides creative input, strategic insights, and high-end production capability, and all of these come together in our innovative POS displays. Our customers can feel safe in the knowledge that our tried and tested, yet constantly updated, products will optimise sales and help to create that all-important customer loyalty.
 
 
 
   We are currently seeking an experienced Group Quality & Compliance Manager to join our Retail Marketing team at our Ely site and take responsibility for compliance with statutory and legislative requirements.
 
 
 
   In this role you will ensure that the safety and environmental procedures, work practices and guidelines related to Quality and Compliance issues are applicable to the DS Smith Retail Marketing Group facilities. This will cover the daily operation and maintenance of the warehouses and all ancillary structures as well as all traffic on the site.
 
 
 
   Key Responsibilities
 
 
 
   This role will have several key responsibilities including:
 
 
  
   
     Advising and assisting department managers/directors and other colleagues in planning, organising, controlling, and maintaining a secure environment for quality work.
   
  
   
     Provide all the necessary Quality procedures related to the daily operation and the maintenance of the various sites.
   
  
   
     Devise and implement Quality rules to manage the movement of work through the sites to meet client standards.
   
  
   
     Set up and deliver Quality and training for all employees of DS Smith.
   
  
   
     Ensure that all Suppliers are appropriately KPI tracked.
   
  
   
     Understand the execution of works from the Quality and Security perspective and influence improvements to procedures.
   
  
   
     Maintain the continuous improvement of Quality and Security procedures and rules to further increase quality and security and minimise potential issues.
   
  
   
     Provide programmes of frequent Quality and Security checks in line with legislation, good industry practice and DS Smith standards.
   
  
   
     Maintain good relationships and frequently exchange information with Quality and Security organisations and other experts.
   
  
   
     Maintain the Retail Marketing Integrated Management System and arrange for internal and external auditing of the system.
   
  
   
     Prepare and coordinate the compliance audits and the audit process, ensuring that audit recommendations are being implemented with agreed timescales.
   
 
 
 
   About you
 
 
 
   Minimum requirements:
 
 
  
   
     Experience in a similar role within a quality function and experience of managing quality systems.
   
  
   
     Previous experience of working in an FMCG/Manufacturing (or similar) environment.
   
  
   
     Specialist for Quality and Security Compliance to ISO, FSC and BRC requirements.
   
  
   
     Excellent communication skills clearly and persuasively, orally and in writing to a varied, multilingual audience.
   
  
   
     A proactive attitude, with a continuous focus to resolve problems effectively, improve processes and performance.
   
  
   
     A competent IT user with experience of using Microsoft office suite.
   
  
   
     Full UK driving licence.
   
 
 
 
   Benefits
 
 
  
   
     Competitive salary
   
  
   
     Discretionary bonus
   
  
   
     25 days holiday plus bank holidays
   
  
   
     Car allowance
   
  
   
     Pension scheme, life assurance and income protection
   
  
   
     Sharesave scheme
   
  
   
     Employee Assistance Programme
   
  
   
     Employee Discounts
   
  
   
     Cycle to work scheme
   
 
 
 
   Location: Ely - On-Site based role
 
 
   Hours: 40 hours per week Monday to Friday
 
 
 
   About us
 
 
 
   We’re DS Smith, the FTSE100 company who are redefining packaging for a changing world. We believe a better, more sustainable tomorrow is possible with the right people, who challenge and support one another to enact positive change. Today, we operate in more than 30 different countries, proudly employing over 30,000 people, and supporting customers across sectors like FMCG, industrial, and e-commerce. We deliver on quality, service, innovation, and added value to deliver market-leading sustainable packaging solutions our customers need. Our industry needs to transform, and we’re building the team to drive change across Europe and North America.
 
 
 
   To fulfil our purpose of redefining packaging for a changing world, we aim to build a diverse, motivated, and engaged workforce. Our goal is to create a culture of inclusion where everyone is treated fairly, differences are valued, and everyone has an equal opportunity to succeed.
 
 
 
   Our people come from diverse backgrounds, bring different perspectives, ideas and experiences to generate unique solutions focused on present and future sustainability challenges. We welcome all candidates to apply, even those not meeting all criteria.
 

