Totex Water Prioritisation Manager in Olney

About us

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.

The role

• 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 10.5% performance-related bonus scheme, as well as recognition awards for outstanding achievements
• A comprehensive healthcare plan through our company-funded scheme
• MyGym Discounts - 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
• Share Buy MORE Choices flexible benefits
• Enhanced parental leave schemes

What You Will Be Doing:

Main Responsibilities:

• Using a single and consistent framework for the identification, management and escalation of risk. Prioritise needs to ensure budget is targeted at priority areas balancing customer, business, ODI and Health and Safety requirements.
• Support development of the yearly CBPs and ensure prioritisation and deliverability align to this.
• Evaluate escalations in line with business affordability constraints and strategic business outcome guidelines.
• Manage the prioritisation of risks regionally according to business priority and risk profile, working closely with counties to manage it within the allocated funds.
• Clear and finalised budgetary allocation information provided to business.
• Identification of changing business priorities and undertaking appropriate sensitivity analysis.
• Identifying Cost Benefit sensitivities linked to consequence v benefit v risk working with the planning and performance team as a whole.
• Managing the regional collation of new/emerging risks working closely with the Risk Managers.
• Consider alternative approaches to prioritisation solutions.
• Build relationships with Analysts across the team and other areas of the business i.e. strategy, finance, operations, commercial.
• Ensure quality of data & embed continuous improvement plans e.g. technology, people skills to evolve the maturity of the wider totex prioritisation and planning capability.

What We Are Looking For:

Skills, qualifications and experience:

• Strong understanding of Water TOTEX planning, investment management, governance processes, and budget planning requirements to support effective business plan delivery.
• Advanced data analytics, data management, and statistical analysis skills, with the ability to interpret complex information and translate multiple requirements into clear, actionable plans.
• Proficient in creating engaging dashboards, reports, and performance insights, using tools such as Excel, SAP, Primavera P6, GIS, and the MS Office Suite.
• Demonstrated ability to challenge contractual functions, identify risks, and solve complex planning issues, including support for ODI annualised risk assessments and prioritisation activities.
• Strong commercial acumen, problem-solving capability, and influencing skills, with the confidence to communicate complex data to stakeholders up to Senior Management level.
• Degree-level expertise or equivalent experience in a mathematical, statistical, or economic discipline, combined with excellent communication and relationship-building skills.

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.