Principal Regulatory Advisor: Asset Management (Hybrid)

Stantec; Brighton; Hybrid; GBP 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible working

Professional subscriptions

ICE chartered support

Job summary

Stantec is seeking a Principal Consultant in Regulatory Advice to lead high-impact regulatory engagements across water and energy sectors in the UK. You will guide strategic and governance advice, manage client relationships, and mentor junior staff while supporting business growth across offices.

The role offers hybrid working across multiple UK locations, with opportunities to progress and gain professional qualifications. Strong leadership and sector knowledge are essential.

Qualifications

• Experience in senior regulatory roles within water or energy sectors.
• Knowledge of price reviews and AMP cycles.
• Understanding of assurance standards and internal controls.

Responsibilities

• Lead delivery of high-impact regulatory advisory engagements for regulated clients.
• Provide strategic, economic, and governance advice on regulatory frameworks and performance commitments.
• Oversee engagement quality, stakeholder management, and mentoring of junior staff.
• Support business growth through proposals and thought leadership.

Skills

Regulatory expertise

Price reviews

Internal controls

Reg policy & strategy

Cost modelling

Proposal writing

Written communication

Stakeholder mgmt

Project leadership

Data analysis

Mentoring juniors

Education

Regulatory or economics degree (optional)

Job description

Stantec is seeking a Principal Consultant in Regulatory Advice to lead high-impact regulatory engagements across water and energy sectors in the UK. You will guide strategic and governance advice, manage client relationships, and mentor junior staff while supporting business growth across offices.

The role offers hybrid working across multiple UK locations, with opportunities to progress and gain professional qualifications. Strong leadership and sector knowledge are essential.