Associate Director Water Regulation

About Our Client

Global consultancy.

Job Description

I am recruiting for an Associate Director in Water Regulation with a global consultancy. The role involves:

• Joining the leading provider of strategic economic consultancy services in the water sector.
• Working closely with sector and subject matter experts to become the 'go-to' person for water sector economic advice, including developing an in-depth understanding of Ofwat's regulatory framework.
• Building relationships with key clients across the sector and with other advisors (e.g., legal and engineering). Projects will be high-profile, such as advising on the regulatory framework for the Thames Tideway Tunnel, water companies' business plans, bulk supply negotiations, CMA re-determinations, major transactions, and organizational transformations.
• Applying structured strategic problem-solving approaches, drawing on economic principles, and thinking creatively.
• Engaging in report drafting, economic analysis, and client engagement.
• Managing, coaching, and mentoring junior staff across multiple projects.
• Contributing to team building, market opportunity identification, and thought leadership.

The Successful Applicant

Candidates should have:

• Experience in the utilities sector, whether in industry, regulation, or consultancy, preferably with water sector expertise.
• Knowledge of regulatory frameworks for utility companies, microeconomics, or finance (ideally all three).
• Comfort and experience in presenting to clients.
• Motivation, ambition, and a proactive attitude.
• Strong report writing, Excel, and PowerPoint skills; excellent quantitative skills are essential.

What's on Offer

• Position can be based anywhere in the UK.
• Salary range of £90,000 - £110,000 PA DOE, plus car allowance, bonus, and excellent benefits.