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Business Analyst - Programme Sponsorship

On-site in Warrington·Added 3 days ago (last checked 9 Oct)

Overview

Job details

  • Permanent contract

    Per the ad.

Requirements

  • Work on-site in Warrington

    No relocation package mentioned.

Benefits

  • Up to 14% employer pension

    Paid in by the employer, per the ad. The legal minimum is 3%.

Skills

Requirements

Education & certifications

  • Degree or equivalent in a numerate or technical discipline, and/or relevant experience of water/wastewater programme sponsorship techniques and business processes.

Pay & benefits

What you'll get

  • 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

The role

  • Collaborate with programme sponsors to understand analytical needs and deliver data-driven solutions that support programme objectives.
  • Collect, analyse, and interpret data from multiple sources to generate actionable insights and recommendations.
  • Design and maintain reports, dashboards, and visualisations to monitor programme performance and outcomes.
  • Conduct in-depth analysis to identify trends, risks, and opportunities, supporting project prioritisation and business case development.
  • Communicate findings effectively to stakeholders, provide training on analytical tools, and support regulatory reporting and issue resolution through data insights.
  • Demonstrate a strong understanding of the Regulatory Contract (WINEP and Final Determination), Programme Delivery Lifecycle (PDL), and regulatory reconciliation mechanisms such as Price Control Deliverables and WINEP EPA.
  • Apply relevant experience and sound knowledge of wastewater operations, practices, techniques, and business procedures to support programme delivery.
  • Utilise excellent analytical and problem-solving skills, including financial analysis techniques such as Best Value and Cost Benefit Assessments.
  • Show proficiency in Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, Excel, and SharePoint, with strong data handling skills to interpret and present meaningful insights.
  • Communicate effectively at all levels, both internally and externally, with the ability to present data clearly, challenge assumptions, and ensure accuracy.
  • Manage multiple workstreams efficiently, prioritising tasks and collaborating with teams to support programme sponsors and deliver successful outcomes.

What you'll do

To provide analytical support to the lead programme sponsor and the wider programme sponsor community within both the wastewater and water sponsorship function.

To use data to drive informed decision-making and enhance the efficiency and effectiveness of programme sponsorship. To support the programme sponsor community by delivering detailed analysis, insights, and recommendations that align with regulatory commitments and business objectives.

Hiring process

United Utilities' recruitment process has several stages, with the team updating you at each one; some roles include online multiple-choice tests (with practice tests offered first), and interviews may be in person or virtual

  • Candidates can track application status online at any time, and most correspondence is by email.
  • AI tools may help with grammar or preparation, but application content, interview answers and technical assessments (unless AI is explicitly permitted) must reflect the candidate's own work.
  • Reasonable adjustments during the application or interview process are available on request.

About United Utilities

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Additional information

This role may not be eligible for sponsorship

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