Bring the Strategy to life internally and externally, helping champion and build visibility across communication methods and mediums.
Supporting internal governance and the Environment Steering Group embedding the Environment Strategy in its structure
Developing detailed technical content and implementation plans for our emerging Environment Strategy, including SMART targets.
Collaborating with teams such as Catchment Management, Asset Planning & Strategy, and Clean Rivers & Seas to align delivery plans with environmental goals.
Promoting strategic approaches to biodiversity and climate resilience across the business.
Creating and managing a comprehensive dashboard to monitor progress, joining up existing and new programmes across the business and report to internal and external stakeholders, including senior-level forums.
Requirements
communication
gis
analytical
biodiversity
carbon sequestration
strategy
Excellent communication skills, with the ability to engage senior stakeholders and present complex information clearly.
Strong analytical skills and experience (with GIS and data management systems an advantage).
Ability to bring to life and communicate complex strategic ideas to a variety of audiences
Expertise in biodiversity net gain, carbon sequestration, nutrient neutrality, and natural/social capital approaches.
Demonstrable experience in developing and delivering environmental strategies.
Benefits
Generous pension up to 11% company contribution
Full funded eye tests
Competitive maternity leave and flexible return to work options
Life assurance equal to 4x salary
Cycle to work scheme
Salary sacrifice electric car scheme (after 6 months service)
Discounts with over 800 popular retailers
25 days annual leave
Study support may be available for job-related qualifications
Health Cash Plan
Two paid volunteering days a year
Occupational health service
Digital GP service
Training + Development
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Interview process
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Visa Sponsorship
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Security clearance
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Company
Overview
2.25 million
Customers Served
Serving 2.25 million customers since privatisation in 1989.
0.5 GL
Drinking Water Pumped
Pumps over 0.5 GL of drinking water daily.
£72m loss
Operating Loss
Experienced a £72 million operating loss in March 2024 due to rising costs.
Constructs reservoirs, pipelines, sewage treatment upgrades, and implements contingency measures like importing water during droughts.
Specializes in large-scale water infrastructure, operational delivery, and environmental engineering across the South East.
Notably fined for misreporting sewage spills; offers guided tours of Victorian sewers and public access to historic reservoirs.
Culture + Values
“Working differently” – using new technology and nature‑based solutions
“Collaborating with community partners”
“Showing leadership on key environmental issues”
“Engaging with customers, stakeholders and partners to maximise opportunities”
Environment + Sustainability
24% by 2025
Renewable Energy Target
Target to generate 24% of own renewable energy by 2025.
75% by 2035
Storm Overflow Compliance
Aiming to achieve 75% compliance by 2035 to reduce storm overflow spills.
£7.8B Capital Plan
Environmental Investments
£7.8 billion capital plan from 2025-2030 focusing on new technology and nature-based solutions.
Three‑Star EPA
Environment Agency Rating
Aiming for a three-star Environment Agency rating by 2025 following a two-star rating in 2022.
On track to generate own renewable energy and buying accredited renewable energy since 2021.
Fleet electrification targets: cars/vans by 2035, HGVs via low-carbon fuels by 2040.
Investing £1.5 billion in Clean Rivers & Seas to reduce storm overflow spills and achieve full compliance by 2050.
Inclusion & Diversity
No publicly available strategic DEI goals or gender‑related statistics found