Data Analytics Manager

South West Water Limited; Exeter; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Generous holiday allowance

Pension scheme

Training and development

Employee discounts via Pennon Perks

Discretionary bonus

Cycle to work

Job summary

South West Water in Exeter is seeking a Data Analytics Manager to lead the development of data-driven insights across wastewater operations. You will help ensure data integrity, build analytical capability, and support regulatory compliance to drive informed decisions that improve environmental outcomes.

This highly visible role collaborates with senior stakeholders and spans data governance, dashboards, forecasting tools and performance metrics, with hybrid working arrangements available.

Qualifications

• Degree qualification in Mathematics, Engineering, Data Science, Statistics or a related discipline.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with experience working with complex datasets.
• Ability to communicate technical findings clearly and effectively to non-technical audiences.
• Experience developing reports, analytical tools, dashboards and performance metrics.
• Strong stakeholder management and influencing skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead production and submission of accurate regulatory data and reports.
• Oversee data extraction, transformation and quality assurance across systems.
• Develop analytical models, dashboards, forecasting tools and performance reporting frameworks.
• Translate complex data into meaningful insights and recommendations for operational and senior leadership teams.
• Identify emerging risks, opportunities and trends to support proactive business decisions.
• Champion best practice in data governance, management and compliance.
• Collaborate closely with GIS, Asset Data, Operational and IT teams to improve data accessibility and usability.
• Represent South West Water in discussions with regulators, industry bodies and external stakeholders.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Problem solving

Stakeholder management

Data storytelling

Education

Mathematics/Engineering/Data Science/Statistics degree

Job description

Powered by Water, Driven by Purpose

South West Water keeps the South West flowing with safe, reliable drinking water and wastewater services across some of the UK’s most stunning landscapes.

We’re proud to be part of Pennon Group, a leader in the UK water sector, working towards a greener future. Our goals? As well as lowering our carbon footprint, we’re working with partners to plant 300,000 trees, restore peatlands and supporting farmers and landowners to improve water quality and wildlife.

Whether you’re starting out or seeking a new challenge, our scale and ambition create opportunities for you to shape your own career.

Ready to make a splash?

Exeter, Devon | Hybrid Working Available

This is an exciting opportunity to join us at a pivotal time as we transform how we use data to improve environmental performance, regulatory compliance, and operational decision-making.

We're looking for a talented Data Analytics Manager to lead the development of data-driven insights across our wastewater operations.

With increasing volumes of monitoring data and evolving regulatory requirements, you'll play a critical role in ensuring data integrity, building analytical capability, and helping the business make informed decisions that improve environmental outcomes.

This is a highly visible role, working with senior stakeholders across the organisation and influencing strategic decision-making through robust analysis and clear communication.

What You'll Be Doing

• Lead the production and submission of accurate, timely regulatory data and reports.
• Oversee data extraction, transformation and quality assurance processes across multiple systems.
• Develop analytical models, dashboards, forecasting tools and performance reporting frameworks.
• Translate complex data into meaningful insights and recommendations for operational and senior leadership teams.
• Identify emerging risks, opportunities and trends to support proactive business decisions.
• Champion best practice in data governance, management and compliance.
• Collaborate closely with GIS, Asset Data, Operational and IT teams to improve data accessibility and usability.
• Represent South West Water in discussions with regulators, industry bodies and external stakeholders.

What We're Looking For

• Degree qualification in Mathematics, Engineering, Data Science, Statistics or a related discipline.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with experience working with complex datasets.
• Ability to communicate technical findings clearly and effectively to non-technical audiences.
• Experience developing reports, analytical tools, dashboards and performance metrics.
• Strong stakeholder management and influencing skills.

Desirable

• Experience within the water, utilities, environmental or regulated sectors.
• Knowledge of regulatory reporting and compliance requirements.
• Full UK Driving Licence.

Why Join Us?

This is more than a data role. It's an opportunity to directly influence environmental performance, regulatory compliance, and the future operation of critical wastewater infrastructure across the South West.

• Generous holiday allowance with the ability to buy and sell annual leave for added flexibility.
• Competitive company pension scheme.
• Training and development within the role.
• Access to thousands of discounts and vouchers through Pennon Perks.
• 24/7 support with our Employee Assistance Programme.
• Discretionary bonus.
• Cycle to work scheme.
• And more!

Closing Date: 13th November 2026

We may close this vacancy early if we receive a high volume of applications.

Please note that the successful candidate will be subject to a mandatory DBS check as part of the onboarding process.

Be yourself, we like it that way. Together, we will build a culture of belonging, where inclusion is instinctive. Diversity is our strength and a reflection of our communities. We care, we value everyone, we celebrate uniqueness.

Our core values, which are essential to our success, are:

Be Rock Solid - Build trust and be trusted. Be the one we all look to and can depend on.

Be You - We want you to bring your best everyday. Be yourself and make your mark in your individual way.

Be the Future - Embrace change. Drive Progress. Own the challenge.