Yorkshire Water
Manager Of Water Strategic Planning
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Company Description
Yorkshire Water is responsible for caring for Yorkshire’s vital water resources and providing essential water and wastewater services across the region. The organization supports the health, wellbeing, and prosperity of more than 5 million customers and 140,000 businesses, as well as millions of visitors each year. Its work spans the supply of clean drinking water, safe removal of wastewater, and stewardship of the region’s coast, countryside, and communities. Operating 24/7, 365 days a year, Yorkshire Water is a central part of daily life in Yorkshire and contributes to the wider UK economy. The company is committed to protecting the environment and planning for the long-term sustainability of water for today, tomorrow, and the future.
Role Description
The Manager of Water Strategic Planning is a full-time, on-site role based in the Greater Sheffield Area. This role leads the development of long-term water resource strategies, ensuring that supply and demand are balanced sustainably and resiliently for customers, communities, and the environment. Day-to-day responsibilities include overseeing strategic planning projects, analyzing data and forecasts, coordinating cross-functional inputs, and preparing business cases and investment plans. The manager collaborates with operational, engineering, finance, and regulatory teams to align strategic plans with organizational goals, compliance requirements, and customer needs. The role also involves communicating complex plans and risks to senior stakeholders, contributing to regulatory submissions, and driving continuous improvement in planning processes.
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- Strong business planning and strategic planning skills, with experience in developing long-term plans and investment cases.
- Advanced analytical skills, including data analysis, scenario modeling, and interpretation of complex technical and financial information.
- Excellent planning and organizational abilities to manage multiple projects, timelines, and stakeholder expectations.
- Effective communication skills, including the ability to present complex information clearly to technical and non-technical audiences.
- Solid understanding of finance principles, budgeting, and financial evaluation of strategic options.
- Experience in utilities, infrastructure, water resources, or environmental planning is highly beneficial.
- Proven leadership and stakeholder management capabilities, with a collaborative and inclusive working style.
- Relevant degree in engineering, environmental science, business, finance, or a related discipline, or equivalent professional experience.
- Knowledge of regulatory frameworks and sustainability practices in the water or utilities sector is an advantage.
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