Company description: Water Utility Company based in Yorkshire region of England. Job description: Regulatory Project Manager (Strategy) Hello! Thanks for stopping by. Let us tell you about all the great reasons to join us here at Yorkshire Water: We offer a competitive salary, depending on experience £36,522 - £45,652 Annual incentive related bonus (£1000 maximum bonus opportunity for the performance year) Attractive pension scheme (up to 10% company contribution) Development opportunities in line with the Regulatory Project Manager progression plan 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays - plus an extra wellness day! Life assurance cover of 4 times pensionable salary A great benefits package - choose from health cash plan scheme, critical illness insurance, dental insurance, life assurance flex and partner cover. Retail savings scheme Online GP service, cycle to work scheme, gym membership discounts and many more! Location: Buttershaw office, Bradford / Hybrid Working Work type: Permanent. 37 hours per week, Monday - Friday. We have an exciting opportunity for a Regulatory Project Manager to join the Strategy & Regulation team at Yorkshire Water and be a part of helping Yorkshire Water to provide the best service to our customers. Could this be you? What we do: Everyone has an idea of what a water company does. Here in Yorkshire, we make sure that over 5.4 million people living in the region and the millions of people who visit our region each year, can rely on our services, and have clean and safe drinking water on tap and that their wastewater is taken away. But for us, it's so much more than this. We look after communities, protect the environment, and plan to look after Yorkshire's water, today, tomorrow 24/7, 365 days a year. We provide essential water and wastewater services to every corner of the Yorkshire region, and play a key role in the region's health, wellbeing, and prosperity. New environmental legislation, unprecedented levels of investment and changing expectations from customers means that this is an exciting time to discover opportunities within the water industry. Strategy & Regulation are a key part of how we plan to meet the changing expectations of customers and regulators. This role will be accountable for planning and managing the delivery of regulatory and legislative projects. Having a good awareness of the regulatory and legislative framework generally, and the ability to understand the relevant part of the framework or the law specifically to be able to articulate the purpose to others and secure a successful outcome. The Regulatory Project Manager may also take the technical lead or become the subject matter expert on activities to implement or embed new regulatory concepts. Where you fit in: As our Regulatory Project Manager you will Create and execute project work plans, revising as necessary to meet changing requirements. Prepares high-level business cases, recognizing costs and benefits to support project sponsors. Manages resources in collaboration with functional managers, sponsors, and sub-contractors. Leads, scopes, and manages projects to ensure delivery on time, within budget, and to the required quality standards. Produces high-quality reports on ROI, risk, business case, and implementation plans. Promotes new ideas and drives project opportunities through collaboration with partners, contractors, and suppliers. Manages stakeholders and ensures effective communication plans are in place. Represents the organization with regulators, coordinates regulatory submissions, and provides regulatory analysis and support. What skills & qualifications you will need: Experience of managing full life cycle projects Project management qualifications or similar e.g. Prince2 and APM. Experience of managing and leading a project team with a proven track record of driving sustainable performance against challenging business targets. Experience of business planning, resource and budget management. Experience of strategic thinking, establishing clear strategic direction and implementing plans to deliver. Experience of leading and embedding change, able to influence and drive right culture and behaviours. Experience of compiling, assessing, interpretation and communication of data and information, including the ability to clearly present key items and risks at all levels. Good communication skills, able to communicate across the business and at all levels. Influences and leads appropriately. Develops and maintains effective internal and external relationships. You will also benefit from having: Knowledge of the Regulatory framework and legislation relevant to the Water Industry. Previous experience gained within the water or wastewater sectors or within the broader utilities, process or manufacturing industry sectors. Experience in a commercially orientated environment, in strategic leadership and / or an operational role. Experience of enabling and embedding change, able to influence and drive right culture and behaviours Although we operate 24 hours a day, 365 days a year, it's important to us that we support flexible working patterns and job share options (when we can), to help you make the best of both your work and home life. We know that juggling childcare responsibilities or getting that ideal work/life balance isn't always easy! Do we sound like your cup of tea? If you've got experience in Regulatory Project Manager and want to help us deliver great service for our customers whilst looking after the environment, then be sure to apply today to find out what a career with Yorkshire Water can offer you. Closing date - 17th January 2025 If successful for the role, you will be required to undergo pre-employment checks that will include a Basic Disclosure Check, carried out through a Third-Party Company, prior to commencing employment. Depending on the role, you may also be required to go through the security vetting process for either a Counter Terrorist Check or Security Check clearance. All our roles are subject to a medical questionnaire, and further medicals when required. We are proud to serve the Yorkshire region and are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive environment that is reflective of the communities we serve. We strongly encourage candidates of all different backgrounds to apply. Kelda Group reserve the right to close this position before the published closing date, should the need occur. We therefore advise that you complete and submit your application as soon as possible. JBRP1_UKTJ
