Economic Regulation Manager

Economic Regulation Manager (12-month maternity cover)

Location: Bristol, Exeter or Redhill (hybrid working)

This is a pivotal time for the water industry and for Pennon. We are delivering our largest ever investment programme —
over £3.2bn to 2030 — while working with government and regulators to help shape major reforms to the water sector.

We are seeking an Economic Regulation Manager to lead Pennon’s work on economic regulation, including engagement with Ofwat
. The role sits within our Strategy and Regulation team at the heart of the Pennon Group, working across Bournemouth Water, Bristol Water, SES Water and South West Water.

• Lead and manage regulatory submissions and responses on economic regulation
• Own economic regulation input to charges
  , including charges strategy
• Lead work to understand and influence Ofwat’s cost assessment methodology
• Support wider regulatory reform activity and annual performance reporting
• Provide advice to the business on economic regulation and compliance
• Lead and develop the Economic Regulation team

• Experience working in a regulated industry (e.g. water, energy) or with an economic regulator
• Strong analytical skills, including experience working with large datasets
• Ability to communicate complex regulatory issues clearly to senior stakeholders
• Collaborative, organised and comfortable managing multiple priorities

• Degree in Economics or a related subject
• Advanced Excel, Word and Power Point skills
• Desirable: experience with statistical/econometric tools (e.g.
  STATA
  )

This is a 12-month maternity cover role and we are offering flexible and hybrid working
, with regular home working available.

• As well as a friendly, supportive working environment and opportunities for development, the role also offers:
• A competitive salary circa £60,000k (dependant on experience)
• Up to 5% bonus
• 31 days holiday including bank holidays
• Opportunity to buy or sell annual leave to offer you extra flexibility
• Free car parking for when you’re in the office
• Invest in Pennon Group plc through our employee share schemes
• Support with your wellbeing, and a free, confidential Employee Assistance Programme
• Enjoy access to thousands of deals and discounts on supermarkets, high street shops, online retailers, travel, eating out, cinemas, gyms and much more though Perkbox
• Competitive Contributory Pension scheme
• And plenty more

For more information please contact the recruitment team on:

Closing Date:
Tuesday 24th February 2026