Overview

We are looking for an excellent communicator who will be a key member of the regulatory team within the Thames Water Strategic Resource Option (SRO) programme. This role supports the development of several projects to improve resilience to drought and minimise interruptions to water supplies in the Southeast while protecting the environment. This is an opportunity to work on regulatory alignment among the programme teams, prepare regulatory submissions and provide regulatory input in project development, specifically on the South East Strategic Reservoir Option (SESRO).

You will horizon scan for policy developments that might impact the SRO programme, maintain relationships with teams across the programme and with regulators, and lead on coordination of priorities within the SRO regulatory team. You will contribute to ensuring that the development of the strategic solutions progresses through relevant regulatory hurdles and identify opportunities to contribute and shape the wider regulatory reform agenda. Working in a small team, this role provides exposure to a broad range of internal and external stakeholders and the chance to influence long-term outcomes for strategic resource options.

What you’ll be doing as a Policy Manager

You will be an integral part of a small regulatory team within the Thames Water Strategic Resource Option (SRO) programme, responsible for developing several strategic projects to improve resilience to drought and minimise interruptions to water supplies in the Southeast while protecting the environment. The regulatory landscape for these projects is evolving, and this is an opportunity to help shape it for the years to come.

Reporting to the Regulatory Policy Lead, you will be:

• Progressing the delivery of the SRO regulation strategy
• Responsible for alignment across the SRO programme on regulatory issues
• Coordinating regulatory issues and submissions between the SRO team and Thames Water regulatory teams
• Developing regulatory issue resolution plans and working with the teams to implement them
• Horizon scanning for policy developments that might impact the SRO programme, analysing the impacts and presenting the findings to relevant teams
• Contributing to ensuring that the development of the strategic solutions progresses through relevant regulatory hurdles and identifying opportunities to influence the wider regulatory reform agenda

Location: Hybrid, Camelford House, London

Working pattern: 36 hours a week.

What you should bring to the role

To thrive in this role, the essential criteria you’ll need are:

• Experience in policy development in a regulatory and policy environment
• Ability to apply analytical skills to understand policy implications
• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal, with the ability to communicate with a wide range of internal and external stakeholders
• Ability to communicate complex issues in a simple and accessible way
• Be a passionate individual with strong commercial awareness and mindset, with the ability to make logical and well-thought-out decisions
• Have an inquisitive mindset to stay on top of current and upcoming regulatory issues
• Good administrative skills – minute-taking and providing secretariat support are beneficial but not essential
• The ability to follow through with long-term issues to resolution
• Experience (or strong interest) in regulatory finance would be a benefit

What’s in it for you?

An opportunity to join a company that offers its employees a rewarding career path, allowing individuals to reach their full potential. This is an exciting time to join Thames Water as we continue to deliver our innovative turnaround plan.

• Competitive salary of £55,000 - £65,000 per annum, depending on your experience
• Annual Leave – 26 days per year, increasing to 30 with length of service (plus bank holidays)
• Performance-related pay linked to company performance measures and targets
• Generous Pension Scheme through AON
• Personal Medical Assessments – Open to all once a year
• Benefits to support health, well-being and finances (e.g., health MOTs, physiotherapy, counselling, Cycle to Work, vouchers, life assurance)

Find out more about our benefits and perks.

Who are we?

We’re the UK’s largest water and wastewater company, with more than 16 million customers relying on us every day to supply water for their taps and toilets. We aim to build a better future for all, helping customers, communities, people and the planet to thrive.

Learn more about our purpose and values

Working at Thames Water

Thames Water is a unique, rewarding and diverse place to work. We offer fast-tracked career opportunities, flexible working arrangements and excellent benefits. We welcome applications from everyone and offer extra support where needed during the recruitment process. We aim to remove barriers to success, and we’re here to help and support.

When a crisis happens, we rally to support our customers. As part of Team Thames, you’ll have the opportunity to sign up to support our customers on the frontline. Full training will be provided. It’s a rewarding experience to learn more about our business and meet colleagues.

Disclaimer: Due to the high volume of applications we may close the advert earlier than the advertised date, so please apply soon to avoid disappointment.