Manager of Corporate Affairs

3 weeks ago

Yorkshire and The Humber, United Kingdom Yorkshire Water Full time
Job Overview

Company Overview:

A leading Water Utility Provider in the Yorkshire region.

Position: Corporate Affairs Manager (Policy & Programme)

Thank you for considering this opportunity with us. Here are some compelling reasons to explore a career with Yorkshire Water:

  • Competitive salary up to £55,000
  • Company vehicle through our leasing program
  • Performance-related annual bonus
  • Generous pension plan with up to 10% employer contribution
  • Career development aligned with the Corporate Affairs Manager progression framework
  • 25 days of annual leave, plus public holidays and an additional wellness day
  • Life insurance coverage equivalent to four times your pensionable salary
  • Comprehensive benefits package including health cash plan, critical illness insurance, dental coverage, and flexible life assurance options
  • Employee retail savings program
  • Access to online healthcare services, cycle-to-work schemes, gym membership discounts, and more

Location: Attendance at the head office in Bradford is required as necessary, with travel to various locations expected as part of the role.

Employment Type: Permanent, 37 hours per week, Monday to Friday, within the hours of 8:00 AM to 6:00 PM.

About Us:

Yorkshire Water is committed to providing essential water and wastewater services to over 5.4 million residents and visitors in the region. Our mission extends beyond just delivering water; we prioritize community welfare, environmental protection, and sustainable water management.

Your Role:

We are seeking a Corporate Affairs Manager (Policy & Programme) to join our Corporate Affairs Leadership Team (CALT) within the Strategy & Regulation division.

In this role, you will be a key member of the CALT, overseeing two staff members. Reporting to the Head of Corporate Affairs, you will be responsible for developing external policy positions and managing our interactions with regulatory stakeholders and national policymakers.

As part of the management team, you will help ensure that the Corporate Affairs function meets its strategic goals. You will support the Head of Corporate Affairs in planning and actively drive results for the team and the organization.

Additionally, you will collaborate with other CALT members to provide comprehensive reports to the executive team and Board.

Your Responsibilities:

  • Lead the development of policy initiatives, setting the agenda for the internal Policy and Influencing Group, and coordinating with subject matter experts to create reports and briefing materials.
  • Oversee the Corporate Affairs program management, including central functions such as Board preparation, strategic planning, and internal communications.
  • Act as a senior representative for the organization in public forums with national stakeholders, including Members of Parliament and political officials.
  • Ensure the organization maintains clear policy positions and develops effective influencing strategies.
  • Manage a team focused on national and regulatory engagement, as well as regional outreach.

Qualifications and Skills:

  • Proven experience in policy development, ideally within a governmental or think tank setting.
  • Ability to simplify complex issues for diverse audiences.
  • Demonstrated success in enhancing team performance.
  • Extensive experience in stakeholder engagement and strategy formulation.
  • Background in incident management and public affairs.
  • Experience representing a prominent organization in public discussions.
  • Ability to identify and mitigate reputational risks.
  • Strong relationship-building skills with senior stakeholders across various sectors.
  • Experience as part of a leadership team and in engagement with Board members.

This position requires travel across Yorkshire, necessitating a valid UK driving license with no more than six penalty points.

We promote a flexible working environment, but as a manager, you will need to fulfill the demands of your role, which may require additional hours for collaboration, training, or meeting deadlines.

If you are an experienced professional in Policy or Corporate Affairs, we invite you to explore the opportunities that a career with Yorkshire Water can provide.

Recruitment Process: Selected candidates will be invited for an interview with senior management.

Diversity Commitment: We are dedicated to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace that reflects the communities we serve, and we encourage applications from individuals of all backgrounds.

Successful candidates will undergo pre-employment checks, including a Basic Disclosure Check.

Kelda Group reserves the right to close this position prior to the stated closing date if necessary.

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