Head of Future Plan & Programmes

Salary - Competitive

Work Type - Hybrid

Job Location - Lingley Mere (UU), Lingley Green Avenue, Great Sankey, Warrington, WA5 3LP

Role Type - Permanent

Employment Type - Full Time

Working Hours - 37.0 Hours per week

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."

Benefits

• 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

Job Purpose

Step into a key leadership role at United Utilities as the Head of Future Plan Programmes where you will drive the successful delivery of the company’s most critical regulatory submissions, including the landmark 5-year Price Review. This submission shapes over 95% of our revenues, influences £13 billion in expenditure, and sets the performance and cost targets that guide our entire organisation.

You’ll work closely with the Regulation and Compliance Director and build strong, trusted partnerships across the Executive Team, playing a key role in shaping the company’s future. Accountable to both the Executive and the Board, you will lead with precision, ensuring submissions are delivered on time, within budget, and to the highest standard.

This is a high-impact role at the heart of United Utilities, offering a unique opportunity to influence strategic decisions ultimately shaping the future of our business to support a Stronger, Greener, Healthier North West England.

Accountabilities & Responsibilities

Responsibilities are expected to apply across a range of key company-wide programmes, including the PR29 price review programme, other regulatory programmes including the Water Resources Management Plan (WRMP), Drainage and Wastewater Management Plan (DWMP) and the Water Industry Natural Environment Programme (WINEP) but will also extend to other planned and ad-hoc regulatory submissions as required by the business.

Full role profile available upon request.

Technical Skills & Experience

• Track record in successful delivery of complex company-scale programmes from conception to completion, with timescales
• Demonstrated ability to navigate with confidence even whilst facing uncertainty and ambiguity and balance the needs of agile programme management with clear and accountable decision-making processes to ensure clear project accountabilities are met and adhered to
• Experience of managing significant financial budgets
• Experience of leading delivery of high profile, complex project programmes, ideally with experience of material regulatory and/or business plan submissions
• Demonstrates strong understanding of the needs and expectations of working directly with the Executive Team, gained through experience on similar projects

We may not be able to offer sponsorship for this role.

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.