Regulatory Information Specialist

Pertemps; Reading; Hybrid; GBP 43,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading water company is seeking a Regulatory Information Specialist to support environmental compliance and manage communications with the Environment Agency. The role involves reviewing legal correspondence, coaching team members, and engaging with stakeholders. This hybrid position offers a competitive salary and excellent benefits, including generous holiday and pension schemes.

Benefits

26 days holiday, increasing to 30

Generous pension scheme

Health MOTs

Physiotherapy

Counselling

Cycle to Work

Shopping vouchers

Life assurance

Qualifications

• Experience in coaching and leading colleagues.
• Knowledge of environmental legislation and regulatory frameworks.

Responsibilities

• Review draft correspondence related to pollution investigations.
• Manage responses to regulators and ensure accuracy.
• Support Advisors in meetings and data preparation.

Skills

Project management

Interpersonal skills

Communication

Data interpretation

Education

Environmental Science degree

Legal degree

Investigative degree

Tools

Microsoft Office

SharePoint

Job description

We have a fantastic opportunity at Thames Water where you will be part of a team responding to the Environment Agency (EA) across various communication mediums. This high-profile role involves working with our legal team at Eversheds Sutherland and the Environment Agency, providing exposure across the business and contributing to the company's wider environmental functions.

What you’ll be doing as a Regulatory Information Specialist

You will critically review the Team’s Advisors' draft correspondence to EA related to criminal investigations into TWUL pollution and non-compliance incidents. Supporting the Advisors in their workstreams and development, you will provide coaching and lead as the Team’s Manager delegate.

1. Collaborate with the Team’s Manager to address continuous improvement needs.
2. Assist in managing and contributing to responses to regulators, ensuring accuracy and demonstrating environmental commitment through critical review of draft responses.
3. Ensure understanding of risk, non-compliance, pollution incidents, and scientific data interpretation.
4. Support Advisors in chairing internal meetings, finalizing responses, and preparing data within deadlines.
5. Work with internal and external stakeholders.

Location and Working Pattern

Base location: Hybrid - approximately two days a week at Clearwater Court, Vastern Rd, Reading.

Flexible working options are available and can be discussed during the interview.

Other Requirements

Ability to travel across Thames Water sites for training and team building.

What you should bring to the role

• An Environmental Science, Legal, Investigative degree, or equivalent qualification.
• Knowledge of environmental legislation, the Environment Agency’s schemes, and regulatory frameworks.
• Project management skills and the ability to work independently and prioritize tasks.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills for engaging with stakeholders.
• Proficiency in report writing, data interpretation, and verbal communication.
• Good working knowledge of Microsoft Office and SharePoint.
• Experience in coaching, motivating, and leading colleagues, especially acting as a delegate in a managerial absence.
• Experience with environmental and water industry legislation and regulation.
• Desirable: experience with legal privilege and audit and assurance processes.

What’s in it for you?

• Salary: £43,120 - £50,000 per annum, depending on experience.
• 26 days holiday, increasing to 30 with service, plus bank holidays.
• Generous pension scheme through AON.
• Benefits including health MOTs, physiotherapy, counselling, Cycle to Work, shopping vouchers, and life assurance.

Who are we?

We’re the UK’s largest water and wastewater company, serving over 16 million customers daily. We aim to build a better future for all by supporting our customers, communities, and the environment. Join us to make a difference and help us reach our goals.

Learn more about our purpose and values

Working at Thames Water

Thames Water offers a diverse, rewarding environment with opportunities for career growth, flexible working, and excellent benefits. We welcome passionate individuals committed to making a difference, whether in call centres, labs, or other roles.

If you seek a sustainable career where you can impact millions and protect water resources, we support you every step of the way. Join us to build a better future for our customers, region, and planet.

We promote diversity and inclusion, removing barriers to success and providing support throughout the recruitment process. We also offer opportunities to support customers directly through our ambassador program, with full training provided.

Note: Due to high application volumes, we may close this advert early. Apply promptly to avoid missing out.