Senior Finance Partner — Strategic Resources Programme (Hybrid)

South West Water

Exeter

Hybrid

GBP 81,000 - 99,000

Full time

5 days ago

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Benefits offered by this job

Company car or car allowance

Annual Bonus Scheme

Pension Scheme

Healthcare Benefits

Professional Development

Employee Discounts

Generous Annual Leave

Job summary

South West Water is seeking a Senior Finance Business Partner for the £4bn+ Strategic Resources Options programme. Based in Exeter or Bristol with hybrid working and full‑time hours, the role leads financial strategy and governance for major infrastructure decisions.

You will partner with regulatory, commercial and finance teams to ensure value for money, align with asset strategies, and drive robust budgeting, forecasting and risk management across the programme.

Qualifications

Fully qualified accountant (CIMA, ACCA or ACA).
Extensive experience in major project finance environments.
Strong background in PPP, PFI, DPC or comparable regulated delivery models.
Proven experience of senior-level business partnering.
Advanced financial modelling, budgeting and forecasting expertise.

Responsibilities

Develop and deliver financial strategy for the SRO programme.
Build and refine programme financial models including costs and funding.
Lead financial input into procurement and regulatory processes.
Collaborate with senior stakeholders including Ofwat, investors and executive teams.
Ensure financial governance, risk management and reporting are robust.