HR Graduate

Anglian Water Group Ltd.; Peterborough; Hybrid; GBP 25,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

Anglian Water Group Ltd. in Peterborough offers a Graduate People/HR opportunity blending recruitment, learning and development, HR projects and people analytics.

You’ll work across Capital Delivery and collaborate with experienced professionals, developing hands-on HR experience from day one. You will contribute to projects, learn how the People function supports a complex organisation, and help colleagues reach their best with fresh ideas in a value‑driven environment.

Qualifications

• A 2:2 degree or above in HR, Business, Psychology, People Management or related subject.
• Genuine interest in developing a career in HR / People.
• Good communication skills and the confidence to build relationships.
• Willingness to learn and try new things.

Responsibilities

• Experience across recruitment, learning and development, HR Projects, people analytics and early careers.
• Hands‑on involvement across multiple HR activities in Capital Delivery.
• Collaborate with experienced People professionals and contribute from day one.
• Bring ideas and learn how HR supports a complex organisation.
• Support colleagues and initiatives to help people perform at their best.

Skills

Degree in HR/Business/Psychology

Genuine interest in HR/People

Strong communication skills

Time management & prioritisation

Practical, solutions-focused approach

Attention to data & people information

Questioning & collaborative mindset

Relationship-building across teams

Education

2:2 degree or above in HR/Business/psychology/People Management or related subject

Job description

Graduate People / HR Location: Peterborough/Hybrid Business Area: Capital Delivery Start Date: September 2027 Salary: dependent on experience and skills

Start your career with purpose People are at the heart of everything we do. Behind every project, every innovation and every drop of water delivered are talented people with the skills, ideas and ambition to make a difference. As a Graduate People professional, you’ll have the opportunity to experience the breadth of HR and develop a career that makes a real contribution. You’ll work alongside experienced People professionals across Capital Delivery, gaining hands‑on experience across recruitment, learning and development, HR Projects, people analytics, early careers and colleague initiatives. This is a role where you’ll be encouraged to ask questions, bring your ideas and get involved – you’ll have the opportunity to contribute from day one. You’ll also work on real projects, bring your ideas and learn how the People function helps a complex organisation and its people perform at their best.

You’ll need:

• A 2:2 degree or above in HR, Business, Psychology, People Management or a related subject
• A genuine interest in developing a career in HR / People
• Good communication skills and the confidence to build relationships with a wide range of people
• A willingness to learn and try new things
• The ability to organise your time, manage competing priorities and meet deadlines
• A practical, solutions-focused approach
• Good attention to detail, particularly when working with people information and data
• The confidence to ask questions, challenge constructively and share your ideas

We welcome applications from candidates outside the region who are willing and able to relocate or travel to Peterborough and the East Anglia Region.

Why this work matters

The water industry is facing significant challenges, from a changing climate and increasing demand to the need to protect the natural environment. The projects you’ll work on will play a part in maintaining and improving the infrastructure we rely on every day, while helping to use water responsibility. It’s an opportunity to develop a career in HR while contributing to work that has a lasting impact on communities, customers and the environment. If you’re ready to start your career, learn from experienced professionals and build your future in a sector that really matters.

Right to Work in the UK Candidates must have the right to work in the UK for the duration of the role. Please note that we are unable to provide visa sponsorship for this position.

Closing date: 30th October 2026

Assessment Centre: Peterborough 8th January 2027

Inclusion is for everyone and we are an equal opportunity employer, which means we’ll consider all suitably qualified applicants regardless of gender identity or expression, ethnic origin, nationality, religion or beliefs, age, sexual orientation, disability status or any other protected characteristic. We recruit and develop our people based on merit and their passion for creating better outcomes, and we’re committed to creating an environment where all our colleagues feel they belong.

The Anglian Water @one Alliance is a collaborative organisation of consultants and contractors working together to deliver a significant portion of Anglian Water’s capital investment programme. We design and construct water and water recycling (waste water) treatment centres that serve more than six million people in the East of England and maintain and improve the water mains and the sewerage network in the region. With an eye firmly on carbon reduction and creating a more sustainable world - we are always looking for the very best people who are ready to bring fresh ideas to the table to help us all meet the AMP7 challenge. We value diversity and inclusion. We see it as central to our success as an organisation. We truly believe we are better able to understand and meet the needs of our customers if our organisation reflects the communities we serve.