Risk Analyst

United Utilities; Warrington; Hybrid; GBP 46,000 - 56,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

26 days annual leave (increases to 30)

Pension scheme with up to 14% employer

Life cover

Performance bonus up to 7.5%

Healthcare plan through company-funded

Gym and wellness discounts

Best Doctors

Salary Finance

Wealth at Work courses

Deals and discounts

EVolve Car Scheme

Employee Assistance Plan

Mental health first aiders

ShareBuy

Flexible benefits

Enhanced parental leave schemes

Job summary

United Utilities is seeking a Risk Analyst to join the Cheshire County System Performance Team in Warrington. The role involves owning the Risk Register, analysing asset performance, validating evidence with Operations and Engineering, and supporting investment planning to enhance resilience.

The position requires strong analytical skills, advanced Excel capability, and effective communication with stakeholders. Hybrid working in the Warrington area is expected.

Qualifications

• Degree or equivalent qualification in a numerate, analytical or technical discipline (or relevant experience).
• Strong analytical skills with a structured, methodical approach to problem-solving.
• Advanced Excel skills and experience working with large datasets and databases.
• Excellent attention to detail and data accuracy.
• Strong communication and stakeholder management skills.
• Ability to influence and challenge constructively using evidence-based analysis.
• Experience within wastewater/utilities or asset-intensive industries (desirable).
• Understanding of wastewater networks, treatment operations and regulatory frameworks (desirable).
• Knowledge of asset management principles and risk assessment methodologies (desirable).
• Certificate in Asset Management or equivalent qualification (desirable).

Responsibilities

• Own and maintain the Risk Register for your designated asset base and geographical area.
• Analyse asset performance, trends and deterioration patterns to identify emerging risks and opportunities.
• Work collaboratively with Operations and Engineering teams to validate risk evidence and assessments.
• Produce meaningful management information and risk insights to support decision-making at all levels.
• Support Tier 3 risk review meetings, ensuring compliance with the WRAP framework.
• Update and manage risk statuses, ensuring accurate records and audit trails are maintained.
• Assess the effectiveness of completed asset interventions and measure benefits delivered through risk mitigation.
• Support business case development and investment planning activities.
• Contribute to regulatory submissions through robust data analysis and evidence management.
• Share best practice and peer review risk assessments across different asset areas.
• Support the continuous improvement of risk management methodologies in line with ISO 55000 Asset Management principles.
• Represent Risk Managers at stakeholder meetings when required.

Skills

Strong analytical skills

Attention to detail

Communication

Stakeholder management

Influence and challenge constructively

Education

Degree or equivalent qualification in a numerate, analytical or technical discipline

Job description

The Role

We're looking for a Risk Analyst to join our Cheshire County System Performance Team. This is a fantastic opportunity to play a critical role in identifying, assessing and managing risks across a complex wastewater network, ensuring investment is directed where it delivers the greatest value and long-term resilience.

As a Risk Analyst, you will work closely with operational, engineering and asset management teams to ensure risks are evidence-based, consistently assessed and accurately maintained within the Risk Register.

Your analysis and insight will support asset management planning, investment prioritisation and regulatory submissions, helping the business make informed decisions that enhance performance, compliance and resilience.

You will be responsible for maintaining high-quality risk data, challenging assumptions, identifying emerging trends and ensuring robust governance processes are followed across the organisation.

What You'll Be Doing

As a Risk Analyst you'll:

• Own and maintain the Risk Register for your designated asset base and geographical area.
• Analyse asset performance, trends and deterioration patterns to identify emerging risks and opportunities.
• Work collaboratively with Operations and Engineering teams to validate risk evidence and assessments.
• Produce meaningful management information and risk insights to support decision-making at all levels.
• Support Tier 3 risk review meetings, ensuring compliance with the WRAP framework.
• Update and manage risk statuses, ensuring accurate records and audit trails are maintained.
• Assess the effectiveness of completed asset interventions and measure benefits delivered through risk mitigation.
• Support business case development and investment planning activities.
• Contribute to regulatory submissions through robust data analysis and evidence management.
• Share best practice and peer review risk assessments across different asset areas.
• Support the continuous improvement of risk management methodologies in line with ISO 55000 Asset Management principles.
• Represent Risk Managers at stakeholder meetings when required.

This role may not be eligible for sponsorship

What We're Looking For

We're looking for an analytical and detail-oriented professional who enjoy turning data into meaningful insight.

Essential

• Degree or equivalent qualification in a numerate, analytical or technical discipline (or relevant experience)
• Strong analytical skills with a structured, methodical approach to problem-solving
• Advanced Excel skills and experience working with large datasets and databases
• Excellent attention to detail and data accuracy
• Strong communication and stakeholder management skills
• Ability to influence and challenge constructively using evidence-based analysis

Desirable

• Experience within the wastewater, utilities or asset-intensive industries
• Understanding of wastewater networks, treatment operations and regulatory frameworks
• Knowledge of asset management principles and risk assessment methodologies
• Certificate in Asset Management or equivalent qualification

Applicants must hold a full UK driving licence, as the role involves travelling to operational sites throughout Cheshire.

What We Offer

• A generous annual leave package of 26 days, which increases to 30 days after four years of service (increases one day per year), in addition to 8 bank holidays
• A competitive pension scheme with up to 14% employer contribution, 21% combined, and life cover
• Up to 7.5% performance-related bonus scheme, as well as recognition awards for outstanding achievements
• A comprehensive healthcare plan through our company-funded scheme
• MyGymDiscounts - gym and wellness benefit that offers up to 25% off on gym memberships and digital fitness subscriptions
• Best Doctors
• Salary Finance
• Wealth at Work courses
• Deals and discounts
• EVolve Car Scheme
• Employee Assistance Plan
• Mental health first aiders
• ShareBuy
• MORE Choices flexible benefits
• Enhanced parental leave schemes

• Salary - £51,233
• Work Type - Hybrid
• Job Location - Warrington North Wastewater Treatment Works, Gatewarth Industrial Est, Off Liverpool Road, Sankey Bridges, Warrington, WA5 1DS
• Role Type - Permanent
• Employment Type - Full Time
• Working Hours - 37.0 Hours per Year

United Utilities' (UU) purpose is to deliver great water for a stronger, greener and healthier North West of England. We are committed to providing our services in a way that respects the environment, supports the economy, and benefits society.

We value diversity, inclusion and innovation in our workplace, and we foster a culture where our people can grow, excel, and be themselves.

We uphold our ethics, values and business model to fulfil our mission and, by setting clear goals and objectives, we create sustainable long-term value for our colleagues, customers and communities. Whether you work with a team that shares your vision or join a network of peers with similar interests, you will find a welcoming and supportive organisation to be part of.

We've got a lot to offer. You'll be part of a thriving FTSE 100 company and will enjoy a range of core benefits that reflect your value and value contribution.

We rely on every employee to ensure our customers receive the best possible service, day in, day out. In return, we ensure that you will be well rewarded for your efforts, from an excellent salary through to development opportunities that will really kick start a thriving career here at UU.