Asset Management Specialist - Water

Advance TRS; Stevenage; Hybrid; GBP 42,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading asset management firm is seeking a Senior Asset Management Specialist to enhance operational resilience in the water sector. This role offers a chance to work closely with regulators, driving policy and investment outcomes. Responsibilities include leading assessments, developing frameworks, and coaching team members. Candidates should have experience in asset management and analytical proficiency. This position supports a hybrid working model from locations like London or Birmingham.

Qualifications

• Experience in asset management within the water sector.
• Strong analytical skills to inform regulatory decisions.
• Ability to manage projects and engage stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Lead delivery of a national Asset Management Maturity Assessment.
• Support development of integrated monitoring frameworks.
• Analyse performance and asset data for decisions.
• Manage projects, contracts, budgets, and engagements.
• Coach and support colleagues within a team.

Job description

Job Description

Senior Asset Management Specialist (Senior Associate)

Location: London or Birmingham (hybrid working)
Contract: Fixed term - 2 years (extension possible)
Salary: Up to c. £50,000 depending on experience

The Role

This is a senior technical role focused on asset management and operational resilience across the water sector. It offers a unique opportunity to gain hands‑on experience working directly for the industry regulator, influencing policy, performance frameworks and investment outcomes at a national level.

Key responsibilities include:

• Leading delivery of a national Asset Management Maturity Assessment
• Supporting the development of integrated monitoring frameworks for operational resilience
• Analysing complex performance and asset data to inform regulatory decisions
• Managing projects, contracts, budgets and stakeholder engagement
• Working closely with senior internal leaders and external sector stakeholders
• Coaching and supporting colleagues within a multidisciplinary environment

The Team

You’ll join a specialist Asset Management & Operational Resilience team within a wider performance‑focused directorate. The team operates at the forefront of sector improvement, shaping best practice and driving maturity in asset management and resilience across the industry. Work is collaborative, high‑pro...