Head of Environmental Reform

Water UK is recruiting for Head of Environmental Reform.

The Head of Environmental Reform will provide thought leadership on how regulation, policy and investment can be shaped to deliver improved long-term environmental outcomes. The role will lead strategic thinking on the future legislative framework for water quality and wastewater, including consideration of how regimes such as the Urban Wastewater Treatment Regulations and the Water Framework Regulations should evolve to better support environmental protection, public value and resilience.

The role will also lead engagement with the government on developing plans for the next Water Industry National Environment Programme in 2029, influencing the direction of billions of pounds worth of expenditure.

• A discretionary bonus
• Private medical coverage for you, a spouse and any children. This includes higher-tier protections for different conditions, 24/7 private GP coverage and reduced gym costs
• 27 working days’ holiday, with the option to ‘buy’ more annual leave in a tax beneficial way
• Other benefits

We are based in central London, close to St James’s Park.

All roles are offered on a hybrid basis meaning 2-3 days in the office.