WINEP Regulatory Delivery Lead Advisor

Kelda Group Limited 0000411940 - Kelda Group Limited; Bradford; Hybrid; GBP 55,000 - 61,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading utility company in Bradford seeks a WINEP Regulatory Delivery Manager. The role involves managing regulatory processes, ensuring compliance, and enhancing stakeholder trust. Ideal candidates will have a degree, experience in regulated industries, and strong analytical and interpersonal skills. Offering a competitive salary up to £61,000, hybrid working, and excellent benefits including health care, pension, and bonus structure. Join us in making a difference in environmental change!

Benefits

Competitive salary up to £61,000

Company car lease/allowance scheme

Annual bonus up to 10%

Private health care

Attractive pension scheme

25 days annual leave plus bank holidays

Qualifications

• Experience in a heavily regulated industry, preferably in the water sector.
• Strong interpersonal, engagement, and influencing skills required.
• Analytical mindset and resilience necessary for success.

Responsibilities

• Serve as the single point of contact for regulatory delivery.
• Develop governance processes and ensure compliance.
• Track and report regulatory risks related to WINEP.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Analytical mindset

Business process mapping

Self-motivation

Education

Degree in a relevant discipline

Tools

MS Excel

Power BI

Job description

WINEP Regulatory Delivery Manager

Hello! Thanks for stopping by. Let us tell you about all the great reasons to join us here at Yorkshire Water:

Benefits

• Competitive salary up to £61,000, depending on experience.
• Company car lease/allowance scheme.
• Annual incentive‑related bonus up to 10% of annual salary.
• Private health care (self only).
• Attractive pension scheme up to 12% company contribution.
• Life assurance cover of 4 times pensionable salary.
• 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays, plus an extra wellness day.
• Choice of health cash plan scheme, critical illness insurance, dental insurance, life assurance flex and partner cover.
• Retail savings scheme.
• Online GP service, cycle to work scheme, gym membership discounts and many more!

Location

Hybrid working – one to two days in the office every week. This role will initially be based in Bradford but will move to Leeds Valley Park in summer 2026.

Work type

Permanent. 37 hours per week, Monday–Friday.

What You’ll Do!

You will be the single point of contact for the Environment Agency for Yorkshire Water’s WINEP delivery programme, working closely with internal teams to ensure regulatory process requirements are met, including reporting and sign‑offs.

The role will be accountable for developing and implementing governance processes, influencing regulatory guidance, and championing process adherence and improvements for both WINEP and non‑WINEP environmental enhancement programmes.

The role is accountable for tracking, reporting and escalating WINEP regulatory risks, providing technical guidance, leading key internal and regulatory progress meetings, and ensuring transparent communications to build confidence and trust across the business and with external stakeholders.

What We’re Looking For.

• Experience in a heavily regulated industry (water sector experience desirable).
• Strong interpersonal, engagement, and influencing skills.
• Business process mapping and improvement expertise (Six Sigma or equivalent).
• Analytical mindset, resilience, and self‑motivation.
• Degree in a relevant discipline or equivalent experience.
• Proficiency with MS Excel (Power BI desirable).
• Membership of an appropriate professional institution (desirable).

What Success Looks Like.

• All WINEP processes and governance meetings running smoothly.
• Colleagues are clear on regulatory requirements and processes.
• Positive feedback on programme visibility, risk escalation, and reporting.
• Enhanced reputation and trust with regulators and stakeholders.

Why Yorkshire Water?

• Be at the forefront of environmental change and regulatory excellence.
• Work with passionate teams dedicated to making a difference.
• Enjoy a collaborative, supportive environment with opportunities for growth and development.

Ready to take the next step in your career and help shape the future of water and the environment? Apply now and become Yorkshire Water’s WINEP Regulatory Delivery Manager!

Accessibility.

We support flexible working patterns and job share options and are willing to discuss part‑time or flexible working options for this role. We are committed to removing barriers and ensuring our recruitment process is accessible to everyone. If you have an accessibility need, disability, or condition that requires changes to the recruitment process, please include this information in your application. We will then discuss any reasonable adjustments required.

If you feel this opportunity is suitable and you match the skills required, then please apply online and complete the application process. Please upload an up‑to‑date copy of your CV with a cover letter, outlining your relevant experience for the role.

Recruitment Process:

Closing Date for this role will be 18th January 2026 with interviews commencing throughout January and into early February.

We are proud to serve the Yorkshire region and are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive environment that is reflective of the communities we serve. We strongly encourage candidates of all different backgrounds to apply.

If successful for the role, you will be required to undergo pre‑employment checks that will include a Basic Disclosure Check, carried out through a Third Party Company, prior to commencing employment. Depending on the role, you may also be required to go through the security vetting process for either a Counter Terrorist Check or Security Check clearance.

Kelda Group reserve the right to close this position before the published closing date, should the need occur. We therefore advise that you complete and submit your application as soon as possible.

No agencies please.