Economic Analyst

Do you enjoy using data analysis to help solve problems?
Are you curious, methodical and analytical in your approach?
Then this could be the opportunity you've been waiting for…
We want to be the water company people want to be supplied by and want to work for.
You'll take up this exciting opportunity to contribute to key activities undertaken by our Economics and Regulation team. This includes power and carbon analysis, corporate risk capture and reporting, regulatory analysis, pricing and the setting of charges.
Previous water or other utilities experience would be useful but not essential. You're interested in economics and educated to degree level or similar, preferably numerical in nature i.e. mathematics or economics.
This role will engage in a number of key work streams which includes corporate risk management to ensure risks are captured, controlled and reported accurately. We regularly review our charges and you'll provide the economic research and analysis to support these activities. This role will collaborate with our regulatory accountants to provide assistance and input to our regulatory reporting framework. A growing area of focus within the water industry is understanding our power and carbon impact. This position will provide analytical support and insight to better understand our performance and assist decision-making.
You're curious, methodical and analytical in your approach to problem solving. You'll work alongside key stakeholders to support the design and implementation of process improvements in how our business operates and the services we provide to customers. So, this is an excellent opportunity to grow a better understanding of the economic and regulatory factors that drive decision-making within the water industry and to contribute to the success of our team.

You'll grow a career with a meaningful purpose. Be you, belong and be valued.

• Come to work to be safe, valued, and trusted.


• We'll encourage you to create and pursue new opportunities for personal growth.


• A place to be the real you, build deeper connections and enjoy a sense of belonging.


• Be invested in helping us to create a sustainable water supply for now, and in the future.


What will you mainly be responsible for delivering?

• You'll undertake analysis - the role involves large volumes of data, and skill is required to distil and present pertinent findings.


• You'll work across multiple and evolving areas, which requires ability to switch and focus as required


• Business process improvement - provide distinct task-based outputs, working under direction to support the design and implementation of process improvements and efficiencies to business operations and services


• You'll get involved with a range of projects such as: corporate risk capture and reporting, annual charging, regulatory accounting, energy reporting and carbon reporting., It is necessary for you to have the legal right to work in the UK when you begin employment with South East Water.


• Additionally, as part of the employment offer, you will need to pass background, identity, and employment referencing checks.


• If you require assistance / adjustments to engage with our recruitment process and to ensure you're able to compete on equal terms, please contact the recruitment team via recruitment.jobs@southeastwater.co.uk
  
  You'll preferably have a degree or equivalent qualification (numerical in nature i.e. mathematics or economics). Equivalent industry experience will also be considered.


• Methodical and analytical in your approach to solving problems.


• Able to build effective relationships with stakeholders.


• IT literate - good skill across a range of applications including Microsoft applications (e.g. Excel / Word)
  
  What can you expect from us?


• Excellent Stakeholder pension scheme, up to 10% employer contribution.


• 5 weeks holiday plus bank holidays, increasing to 6 weeks with length of service.


• Flexible annual leave policy to buy or sell holiday leave.


• Paid volunteering days.


• Cycle to work scheme.


• Health cash plan.


• Life assurance.


• Wellbeing related benefits.


• Electric Vehicle salary sacrifice scheme.


Everyone needs water, South East Water welcomes everyone.
We know the communities we serve are diverse. We recognise creativity comes from diversity not similarity. That's why we are enthusiastic about creating inclusion across age, race, gender, ethnicity, religion and identity. You will experience our dedication to equal opportunities and fair treatment for all: through your recruitment, employment and career progression with South East Water.