Regional Commercial Manager Location: Northwest based with travel across the North & Northern Ireland Salary: 60,000 - 65,000 + car allowance Contract type: Permanent Working hours: Typically, Monday - Friday between 8am - 5pm About the role We are looking for a Regional Commercial Manager to lead and manage all commercial activities within the region, ensuring contracts are delivered profitably, risks are mitigated, and opportunities for growth are maximised. The role involves overseeing contract performance, implementing performance improvement plans, managing the regional tendering and bid processes for both strategic and reactive tenders and bid processes, and maintaining strong client relationships to drive sustainable business growth. Responsibilities Commercial Management Oversee the financial performance of key regional contracts, supporting operational teams to achieve budget and profitability targets. Manage contract variations, renewals, and compliance with agreed commercial terms. Lead the valuation, invoicing, and billing processes to ensure accurate and timely revenue recovery. Participate in monthly performance reviews with operational teams, identifying areas for improvement. Proactively identify and manage commercial risks and opportunities to maximise contract performance. Tendering & Business Development Support the preparation and submission of competitive tenders and proposals for new business opportunities. Manage the scoping, estimating, and quotation process for reactive and additional works. Ensure pricing strategies remain commercially competitive while delivering targeted profit margins. Collaborate with the central bid team to provide accurate regional data, costings, and operational insights. Client Relationship Management Act as the primary commercial point of contact for key regional clients. Negotiate contract terms and resolve commercial issues and disputes effectively. Build and maintain strong client relationships to enhance customer satisfaction, retention, and long-term growth. Financial Control & Risk Management Support operational teams with budgeting, forecasting, and financial planning activities. Monitor and mitigate commercial risks, including contractual liabilities, payment issues, and financial exposure. Ensure compliance with company policies, industry regulations, and health and safety requirements. Leadership & Collaboration Work closely with the Regional Managing Director and Operational Directors to align commercial objectives with service delivery. Provide guidance, coaching, and training to operational teams to improve commercial awareness and contract management capability. Contribute to regional strategic planning, business growth initiatives, and continuous improvement programmes. Requirements Minimum 3 years' experience in a commercial management role within landscaping, grounds maintenance, facilities management, construction, or a similar service-based industry. Proven experience managing contracts and delivering commercial performance across multiple sites. Strong understanding of contract management, tendering, pricing, and commercial negotiations. Experience in budgeting, forecasting, cost control, and margin improvement. Ability to build and maintain strong client relationships and manage stakeholder expectations. Experience preparing tenders, quotations, and estimates for reactive and planned works. Proficient in Microsoft Office, particularly Excel, with experience using estimating models or software. Excellent communication, analytical, and leadership skills. Full UK driving licence. Why join our client? As the UK's leading grounds maintenance and landscape creation provider, no two projects are ever the same - and neither are our people. That's why we're committed to creating a diverse and inclusive culture where everyone can thrive. We're proud to have been recognised as Employer of the Year and Sustainable Company of the Year at this year's Landscaper Awards, reflecting our commitment to supporting our people while delivering a more sustainable future. What they offer Career development: We offer career advancement and development opportunities through our bespoke apprenticeship programmes, our extensive in-house training academy, and coaching and mentorship. Collaborative team environment: Join a diverse and inclusive workplace where you can collaborate with passionate and talented individuals. Meaningful impact: Contribute to projects that make a real difference in the community and environment. Competitive benefits package: We recognise and reward your hard work with our wide-ranging benefits package designed to prioritise your wellbeing, support life choices, and help in both good and challenging times. Benefits Role-specific benefits: Car Allowance. Annual leave: Up to 25 days holiday plus bank holidays. Family-friendly policies: Enhanced maternity and shared parental leave. Health Care Cash Plan: Private health and insurance cover opt in. Employee Assistance Programmes: Support for personal and professional challenges. Voluntary benefits: Discounts on retail, holidays, gym memberships, and more. Financial wellbeing support: Resources to manage your finances. Competitive pension scheme: Secure your future. Recognition schemes: Colleague of the month and annual awards. Volunteering policy: Two days per year to support a cause of your choice. Mental health support: Comprehensive resources and support. About our client We are Europe's largest provider of grounds maintenance services and landscape creation, in the UK alone we're a community of over 3,000 passionate colleagues shaping the future of the green industry. We understand what it means to grow. Our history dates back to 1919, and today, with a turnover of 250 million, we're more than just a company - we're a force for positive change. We offer a range of services to create, maintain, and manage landscapes across the UK. Grow with us, and together we'll create a greener future for all. If you receive suspicious outreach claiming to be from us, please contact us via the ManpowerGroup website.
Jun 30, 2026
Full time
Regional Commercial Manager Location: Northwest based with travel across the North & Northern Ireland Salary: 60,000 - 65,000 + car allowance Contract type: Permanent Working hours: Typically, Monday - Friday between 8am - 5pm About the role We are looking for a Regional Commercial Manager to lead and manage all commercial activities within the region, ensuring contracts are delivered profitably, risks are mitigated, and opportunities for growth are maximised. The role involves overseeing contract performance, implementing performance improvement plans, managing the regional tendering and bid processes for both strategic and reactive tenders and bid processes, and maintaining strong client relationships to drive sustainable business growth. Responsibilities Commercial Management Oversee the financial performance of key regional contracts, supporting operational teams to achieve budget and profitability targets. Manage contract variations, renewals, and compliance with agreed commercial terms. Lead the valuation, invoicing, and billing processes to ensure accurate and timely revenue recovery. Participate in monthly performance reviews with operational teams, identifying areas for improvement. Proactively identify and manage commercial risks and opportunities to maximise contract performance. Tendering & Business Development Support the preparation and submission of competitive tenders and proposals for new business opportunities. Manage the scoping, estimating, and quotation process for reactive and additional works. Ensure pricing strategies remain commercially competitive while delivering targeted profit margins. Collaborate with the central bid team to provide accurate regional data, costings, and operational insights. Client Relationship Management Act as the primary commercial point of contact for key regional clients. Negotiate contract terms and resolve commercial issues and disputes effectively. Build and maintain strong client relationships to enhance customer satisfaction, retention, and long-term growth. Financial Control & Risk Management Support operational teams with budgeting, forecasting, and financial planning activities. Monitor and mitigate commercial risks, including contractual liabilities, payment issues, and financial exposure. Ensure compliance with company policies, industry regulations, and health and safety requirements. Leadership & Collaboration Work closely with the Regional Managing Director and Operational Directors to align commercial objectives with service delivery. Provide guidance, coaching, and training to operational teams to improve commercial awareness and contract management capability. Contribute to regional strategic planning, business growth initiatives, and continuous improvement programmes. Requirements Minimum 3 years' experience in a commercial management role within landscaping, grounds maintenance, facilities management, construction, or a similar service-based industry. Proven experience managing contracts and delivering commercial performance across multiple sites. Strong understanding of contract management, tendering, pricing, and commercial negotiations. Experience in budgeting, forecasting, cost control, and margin improvement. Ability to build and maintain strong client relationships and manage stakeholder expectations. Experience preparing tenders, quotations, and estimates for reactive and planned works. Proficient in Microsoft Office, particularly Excel, with experience using estimating models or software. Excellent communication, analytical, and leadership skills. Full UK driving licence. Why join our client? As the UK's leading grounds maintenance and landscape creation provider, no two projects are ever the same - and neither are our people. That's why we're committed to creating a diverse and inclusive culture where everyone can thrive. We're proud to have been recognised as Employer of the Year and Sustainable Company of the Year at this year's Landscaper Awards, reflecting our commitment to supporting our people while delivering a more sustainable future. What they offer Career development: We offer career advancement and development opportunities through our bespoke apprenticeship programmes, our extensive in-house training academy, and coaching and mentorship. Collaborative team environment: Join a diverse and inclusive workplace where you can collaborate with passionate and talented individuals. Meaningful impact: Contribute to projects that make a real difference in the community and environment. Competitive benefits package: We recognise and reward your hard work with our wide-ranging benefits package designed to prioritise your wellbeing, support life choices, and help in both good and challenging times. Benefits Role-specific benefits: Car Allowance. Annual leave: Up to 25 days holiday plus bank holidays. Family-friendly policies: Enhanced maternity and shared parental leave. Health Care Cash Plan: Private health and insurance cover opt in. Employee Assistance Programmes: Support for personal and professional challenges. Voluntary benefits: Discounts on retail, holidays, gym memberships, and more. Financial wellbeing support: Resources to manage your finances. Competitive pension scheme: Secure your future. Recognition schemes: Colleague of the month and annual awards. Volunteering policy: Two days per year to support a cause of your choice. Mental health support: Comprehensive resources and support. About our client We are Europe's largest provider of grounds maintenance services and landscape creation, in the UK alone we're a community of over 3,000 passionate colleagues shaping the future of the green industry. We understand what it means to grow. Our history dates back to 1919, and today, with a turnover of 250 million, we're more than just a company - we're a force for positive change. We offer a range of services to create, maintain, and manage landscapes across the UK. Grow with us, and together we'll create a greener future for all. If you receive suspicious outreach claiming to be from us, please contact us via the ManpowerGroup website.
Chief Executive Officer Salary: Circa £75,000 + Relocation Package & Bonus North Wales (Bangor or Aberduna office locations) hybrid Full time, Permanent Closing Date: 30th September 2025 Are you a visionary leader? Would you be able to enhance a compelling future for the North Wales Wildlife Trust? These are exciting times, and we re looking for a new CEO to join us! We're keen to hear from those who can provide strategic and operational leadership that ensures the Trust fulfils its charitable objectives and delivers its mission effectively and sustainably while continuing to grow. This includes shaping and implementing the strategic plan, managing people and resources, maintaining financial health, and building strong relationships with its membership, other stakeholders, funders, and the wider community. You'll be ultimately responsible for the governance, fundraising, public trust and social impact of North Wales Wildlife Trust. An important part of this role is to ensure we play our part as an active member of the federation of Wildlife Trusts to help secure wins for wildlife beyond our border. The role will be hybrid (after settling in period) and ideally you will be based in North Wales as we have office facilities available in Bangor or Aberduna. There will be regular travel to off-site meetings. Who we are looking for An experienced senior manager with degree (or degree-equivalent qualification). Experience of organisational leadership within a financially accountable organisation, whether in the charitable, public, or private sector. Proven commercial strategy / business experience, with the ability to generate and manage diverse income streams, including through partnerships, grants, trading, or other business related activities. Experience with a wide range of stakeholders and partners and working with them to achieve programme aims. Strong data and IT abilities Good public speaker with strong presentational skills Excellent Project Management experience A strong understanding of environmental issues, with a broad overview of key aspects of ecology, conservation, agriculture, fishing, climate change and other environmental pressures. Welsh language skills are not essential for this role but are highly desirable. We expect the successful candidate, if not already fluent, to be committed to learning Welsh and to demonstrate a strong understanding of and support for Welsh culture, which is integral to our work in land management and nature recovery. We are proud to offer a wide range of benefits including: Discretionary relocation package up to £10k reimbursement against receipts for moving expenses. Discretionary bonus scheme of up to 10% of salary per annum, based on achieving agreed long-term performance targets. 32 days of holiday per year, including statutory Bank Holidays, which increase by one day for each fully completed year of service up to a maximum of 38 days. Salary Exchange Pension (6% ER contributions 6% EE contributions) Life Assurance (2x salary) Learn Welsh on us Who we are: North Wales Wildlife Trust is an independent charity and one of 46 Wildlife Trusts working across the UK to protect wildlife for the future. We are always looking for passionate, dedicated and resourceful people to join us. If you have an interest in nature conservation issues and a passion for the values of The Wildlife Trusts, we would love to hear from you! With the support of our members and volunteers, and our funders and partners, we work to restore nature, to empower people to take action for nature, and to create a society where nature matters. We do this by managing natural landscapes in North Wales, including over 750 hectares of land, both on and beyond our 35 nature reserves. We also work to raise awareness of and protect the important coastal waters of North Wales. We value the connection of natural habitats, wildlife and people, and work with landholders, businesses, organisations and individuals to create, improve and connect habitats in North Wales. We also provide planning and other professional services to local authorities, businesses and individuals.
Oct 06, 2025
Full time
Chief Executive Officer Salary: Circa £75,000 + Relocation Package & Bonus North Wales (Bangor or Aberduna office locations) hybrid Full time, Permanent Closing Date: 30th September 2025 Are you a visionary leader? Would you be able to enhance a compelling future for the North Wales Wildlife Trust? These are exciting times, and we re looking for a new CEO to join us! We're keen to hear from those who can provide strategic and operational leadership that ensures the Trust fulfils its charitable objectives and delivers its mission effectively and sustainably while continuing to grow. This includes shaping and implementing the strategic plan, managing people and resources, maintaining financial health, and building strong relationships with its membership, other stakeholders, funders, and the wider community. You'll be ultimately responsible for the governance, fundraising, public trust and social impact of North Wales Wildlife Trust. An important part of this role is to ensure we play our part as an active member of the federation of Wildlife Trusts to help secure wins for wildlife beyond our border. The role will be hybrid (after settling in period) and ideally you will be based in North Wales as we have office facilities available in Bangor or Aberduna. There will be regular travel to off-site meetings. Who we are looking for An experienced senior manager with degree (or degree-equivalent qualification). Experience of organisational leadership within a financially accountable organisation, whether in the charitable, public, or private sector. Proven commercial strategy / business experience, with the ability to generate and manage diverse income streams, including through partnerships, grants, trading, or other business related activities. Experience with a wide range of stakeholders and partners and working with them to achieve programme aims. Strong data and IT abilities Good public speaker with strong presentational skills Excellent Project Management experience A strong understanding of environmental issues, with a broad overview of key aspects of ecology, conservation, agriculture, fishing, climate change and other environmental pressures. Welsh language skills are not essential for this role but are highly desirable. We expect the successful candidate, if not already fluent, to be committed to learning Welsh and to demonstrate a strong understanding of and support for Welsh culture, which is integral to our work in land management and nature recovery. We are proud to offer a wide range of benefits including: Discretionary relocation package up to £10k reimbursement against receipts for moving expenses. Discretionary bonus scheme of up to 10% of salary per annum, based on achieving agreed long-term performance targets. 32 days of holiday per year, including statutory Bank Holidays, which increase by one day for each fully completed year of service up to a maximum of 38 days. Salary Exchange Pension (6% ER contributions 6% EE contributions) Life Assurance (2x salary) Learn Welsh on us Who we are: North Wales Wildlife Trust is an independent charity and one of 46 Wildlife Trusts working across the UK to protect wildlife for the future. We are always looking for passionate, dedicated and resourceful people to join us. If you have an interest in nature conservation issues and a passion for the values of The Wildlife Trusts, we would love to hear from you! With the support of our members and volunteers, and our funders and partners, we work to restore nature, to empower people to take action for nature, and to create a society where nature matters. We do this by managing natural landscapes in North Wales, including over 750 hectares of land, both on and beyond our 35 nature reserves. We also work to raise awareness of and protect the important coastal waters of North Wales. We value the connection of natural habitats, wildlife and people, and work with landholders, businesses, organisations and individuals to create, improve and connect habitats in North Wales. We also provide planning and other professional services to local authorities, businesses and individuals.
About Us The City of London Corporation manages 11,000 acres of land in and around London, welcoming millions of visitors annually. The North London Open Spaces (NLOS) section oversees c. 1,000 acres of that portfolio and includes some of the UK's most iconic urban greenspaces, including: Hampstead Heath (including Golders Hill Park, Parliament Hill Fields, and Heath Extension) Highgate Wood Queen s Park West Ham Park These beloved green spaces boast spectacular landscapes and vistas, ancient woodland, diverse wildlife, world class sporting and athletics facilities, and heritage assets. We work closely with local communities and stakeholders to preserve and enhance these natural assets, helping to make London one of the most liveable large cities in the world. About the Role This is a rare opportunity to take a senior leadership role at North London Open Spaces, and directly contribute to and make a meaningful impact in the conservation and protection of these cherished green spaces. As a member of the senior management team, the successful candidate will serve as the primary subject matter expert at NLOS for nature conservation, conceiving and leading on initiatives, advising colleagues, and working collaboratively both internally and externally. They will have responsibility for overseeing the day-to-day management of most of Hampstead Heath and all of Highgate Wood, and will also oversee a number of services that function across and support the four open spaces (eg, arboriculture and tree management, waste and recycling, conservation, and ecology). For the better performance of their duties, the Head of Conservation will be required to reside in accommodation that is provided on site and will be scheduled onto an on-call and duty manager rota with other colleagues. Key Responsibilities Serve as the primary subject matter expert for nature conservation at Hampstead Heath, Highgate Wood, Queen s Park, and West Ham Park Oversee the day-to-day management of Highgate Wood and most of Hampstead Heath Oversee arboriculture / tree management, waste management, conservation, habitat creation/restoration and management, wildlife management, water body management, and climate change adaptation across North London Open Spaces Lead and motivate a team of 25-30 multi-skilled professionals committed to the conservation of these four sites Ensure compliance with all applicable legislation, including environmental protection, climate change, nature recovery, wildlife protection, flood risk management, and health and safety. About You We are looking for a high-energy and innovative leader with a strong background in nature conservation, open space management, and team leadership. The successful candidate will bring: Demonstrable experience in managing complex public open spaces. Comprehensive experience developing and delivering biodiversity and land management programmes and projects in a range of habitats, ideally within an urban setting. Significant experience managing complex conservation work and projects across varied landscapes Significant knowledge of biodiversity and wildlife management, including land and water management. Strong experience managing a diverse team of professionals in an operational environment. Experience of implementing legislation and policy relevant to biodiversity conservation, planning guidance, and site designation for wildlife conservation and species status designations. A highly creative, entrepreneurial and can do approach to problem solving, with the ability to remain resilient in the face of challenges. Strong quantitative skills and comfort interrogating and analysing data and budgets. Why Join Us? Opportunity to join a prestigious organisation that protects some of London s most treasured landscapes. Lead through a high-impact role with the opportunity to shape the future of these iconic spaces. Work within a supportive and collaborative team that is committed to conservation and community engagement. Work across multiple iconic sites. Competitive salary and benefits package. How to Apply If you are excited about the opportunity to play a pivotal role in preserving and enhancing London s most cherished green spaces, we d love to hear from you. Closing date: 12 Noon on Monday 13 October 2025 To apply please click the Apply online. The City of London Corporation is committed to Equal Opportunities and welcomes applications from all sections of the community. We reserve the right to close the advert earlier should we receive a high number of applications. Because our roles are so varied, we don t have a one size fits all policy for workplace attendance. How many days a week you ll be required to attend your workplace will depend on the requirements of your role. It s important that you understand the requirements before applying to ensure you are able to meet them. We are committed to considering requests to work flexibly and job share. Requests will be considered by the recruiting manager in line with our policies and business needs. For more information on our categories for workplace attendance, please view our guide . We will be reviewing this policy and approach at regular intervals to ensure we re meeting our attendance needs.
Oct 06, 2025
Full time
About Us The City of London Corporation manages 11,000 acres of land in and around London, welcoming millions of visitors annually. The North London Open Spaces (NLOS) section oversees c. 1,000 acres of that portfolio and includes some of the UK's most iconic urban greenspaces, including: Hampstead Heath (including Golders Hill Park, Parliament Hill Fields, and Heath Extension) Highgate Wood Queen s Park West Ham Park These beloved green spaces boast spectacular landscapes and vistas, ancient woodland, diverse wildlife, world class sporting and athletics facilities, and heritage assets. We work closely with local communities and stakeholders to preserve and enhance these natural assets, helping to make London one of the most liveable large cities in the world. About the Role This is a rare opportunity to take a senior leadership role at North London Open Spaces, and directly contribute to and make a meaningful impact in the conservation and protection of these cherished green spaces. As a member of the senior management team, the successful candidate will serve as the primary subject matter expert at NLOS for nature conservation, conceiving and leading on initiatives, advising colleagues, and working collaboratively both internally and externally. They will have responsibility for overseeing the day-to-day management of most of Hampstead Heath and all of Highgate Wood, and will also oversee a number of services that function across and support the four open spaces (eg, arboriculture and tree management, waste and recycling, conservation, and ecology). For the better performance of their duties, the Head of Conservation will be required to reside in accommodation that is provided on site and will be scheduled onto an on-call and duty manager rota with other colleagues. Key Responsibilities Serve as the primary subject matter expert for nature conservation at Hampstead Heath, Highgate Wood, Queen s Park, and West Ham Park Oversee the day-to-day management of Highgate Wood and most of Hampstead Heath Oversee arboriculture / tree management, waste management, conservation, habitat creation/restoration and management, wildlife management, water body management, and climate change adaptation across North London Open Spaces Lead and motivate a team of 25-30 multi-skilled professionals committed to the conservation of these four sites Ensure compliance with all applicable legislation, including environmental protection, climate change, nature recovery, wildlife protection, flood risk management, and health and safety. About You We are looking for a high-energy and innovative leader with a strong background in nature conservation, open space management, and team leadership. The successful candidate will bring: Demonstrable experience in managing complex public open spaces. Comprehensive experience developing and delivering biodiversity and land management programmes and projects in a range of habitats, ideally within an urban setting. Significant experience managing complex conservation work and projects across varied landscapes Significant knowledge of biodiversity and wildlife management, including land and water management. Strong experience managing a diverse team of professionals in an operational environment. Experience of implementing legislation and policy relevant to biodiversity conservation, planning guidance, and site designation for wildlife conservation and species status designations. A highly creative, entrepreneurial and can do approach to problem solving, with the ability to remain resilient in the face of challenges. Strong quantitative skills and comfort interrogating and analysing data and budgets. Why Join Us? Opportunity to join a prestigious organisation that protects some of London s most treasured landscapes. Lead through a high-impact role with the opportunity to shape the future of these iconic spaces. Work within a supportive and collaborative team that is committed to conservation and community engagement. Work across multiple iconic sites. Competitive salary and benefits package. How to Apply If you are excited about the opportunity to play a pivotal role in preserving and enhancing London s most cherished green spaces, we d love to hear from you. Closing date: 12 Noon on Monday 13 October 2025 To apply please click the Apply online. The City of London Corporation is committed to Equal Opportunities and welcomes applications from all sections of the community. We reserve the right to close the advert earlier should we receive a high number of applications. Because our roles are so varied, we don t have a one size fits all policy for workplace attendance. How many days a week you ll be required to attend your workplace will depend on the requirements of your role. It s important that you understand the requirements before applying to ensure you are able to meet them. We are committed to considering requests to work flexibly and job share. Requests will be considered by the recruiting manager in line with our policies and business needs. For more information on our categories for workplace attendance, please view our guide . We will be reviewing this policy and approach at regular intervals to ensure we re meeting our attendance needs.
Who are United Utilities? United Utilities is responsible for water and wastewater services in the North West of England. From we will undertake the largest investment in water and wastewater services in the North West in 100 years - that's more than £13 billion worth of investments. Now, more than ever, we need inspiring future talent to help make the North West stronger, greener, and healthier. Whatever area of our business your interests lie in, our internship will give you first-class training and support, together with an in-depth understanding of your chosen business area - so that you can develop the skills you need to progress your career as you make a real contribution to the communities we serve. You might enter our organisation as an intern, but one thing's for sure, if you perform well, you may well be leaving with a graduate offer before you have even returned to university. Working in the North West means there's a lot of ground to cover. You could have the opportunity to work in the heart of the Lake District, or you could sample a taste of city life. As well as our main office in Warrington we also recruit for a variety of roles based across the North West; we have 575 wastewater treatment works and 96 water treatment works in areas from Crewe in Cheshire to Carlisle in Cumbria. Whichever internship you join, you'll be at the heart of bringing innovation and positive change to the water industry. Ready to flow into your future with us? The role Are you passionate about protecting the environment and making a real impact? Join United Utilities as a Biodiversity Intern in our Integrated Water Management team and get involved in driving forward our biodiversity strategy. This scheme will allow you to immerse yourself in a variety of nature recovery related projects and activities, where you'll gain hands-on experience working on projects relating to protected sites and species, invasive non-native species, biodiversity net gain, nature based solutions, Water Industry National Environment Programme (WINEP) investigations, and ensuring compliance with key regulatory targets. Your expertise will support in delivering positive outcomes for our company, customers, and our beautiful North West countryside. You'll be a crucial ambassador for our "Stronger, Greener, Healthier" North West objective, supporting in engaging with stakeholders, environmental partners and local authorities to identify opportunities to work together and to highlight the proactive steps United Utilities is taking to protect, conserve and enhance the environment of the North West. Start living your future today! What will I be doing? Supporting the Biodiversity Team with the rollout of the biodiversity strategy, leading on specific actions where appropriate; Track our performance against governmental and company specific nature related targets, ensuring performance is on track; Produce reports for our regulators on our progress against statutory duties; Supporting on the delivery of our action plans for the management, treatment and prevention of Invasive non-native species; Work with a variety of stakeholders to support the development of action plans for our protected landscapes; Support the wider team on initiatives relating to nature based solutions and wider land/catchment activities; Supporting senior managers on other, more complex projects; Develop engagement materials for a variety of stakeholders to continue to promote the importance of nature recovery. What do I need to be successful? We require our interns to be expecting a minimum 2:1 degree in an Environmental related degree. You must be in your penultimate year of university study. You will also need: Strong planning and organisational skills to keep projects on track. Excellent communication skills to work well with different stakeholders - both written and spoken. Able to demonstrate a practical application of your knowledge A proactive attitude with the ambition and drive to excel in a fast-paced environment. Flexible to work throughout the North West region Great team-working skills to thrive in an interdisciplinary setting. A full UK driving licence (upon application) and access to a vehicle for business use. Additional Information Our recruitment process requires you to complete: An Online application form An in-person interview and presentation Please note that you must be available to attend an in-person recruitment stage during the period 17th November - 19th December We are an equal opportunity employer committed to creating a diverse environment. All qualified applicants will be considered without regard to race, ethnicity, religion, gender, sexual orientation, disability, or age. If you require any reasonable adjustments throughout your recruitment journey, please let us know. If you are offered a job with us, a number of pre-employment checks need to be carried out before your appointment can be confirmed. Any offer of employment with United Utilities will be subject to a satisfactory checking report from Disclosure and Barring Service/Disclosure Scotland. Application deadline: 13th October 2025 - please apply early as deadlines are subject to change Based on current immigration guidelines this role is not eligible for visa sponsorship Due to the length of the programme being 3 months maximum you will be engaged via our resourcing partner Reed Talent Solutions and paid via a weekly timesheet.
Oct 03, 2025
Full time
Who are United Utilities? United Utilities is responsible for water and wastewater services in the North West of England. From we will undertake the largest investment in water and wastewater services in the North West in 100 years - that's more than £13 billion worth of investments. Now, more than ever, we need inspiring future talent to help make the North West stronger, greener, and healthier. Whatever area of our business your interests lie in, our internship will give you first-class training and support, together with an in-depth understanding of your chosen business area - so that you can develop the skills you need to progress your career as you make a real contribution to the communities we serve. You might enter our organisation as an intern, but one thing's for sure, if you perform well, you may well be leaving with a graduate offer before you have even returned to university. Working in the North West means there's a lot of ground to cover. You could have the opportunity to work in the heart of the Lake District, or you could sample a taste of city life. As well as our main office in Warrington we also recruit for a variety of roles based across the North West; we have 575 wastewater treatment works and 96 water treatment works in areas from Crewe in Cheshire to Carlisle in Cumbria. Whichever internship you join, you'll be at the heart of bringing innovation and positive change to the water industry. Ready to flow into your future with us? The role Are you passionate about protecting the environment and making a real impact? Join United Utilities as a Biodiversity Intern in our Integrated Water Management team and get involved in driving forward our biodiversity strategy. This scheme will allow you to immerse yourself in a variety of nature recovery related projects and activities, where you'll gain hands-on experience working on projects relating to protected sites and species, invasive non-native species, biodiversity net gain, nature based solutions, Water Industry National Environment Programme (WINEP) investigations, and ensuring compliance with key regulatory targets. Your expertise will support in delivering positive outcomes for our company, customers, and our beautiful North West countryside. You'll be a crucial ambassador for our "Stronger, Greener, Healthier" North West objective, supporting in engaging with stakeholders, environmental partners and local authorities to identify opportunities to work together and to highlight the proactive steps United Utilities is taking to protect, conserve and enhance the environment of the North West. Start living your future today! What will I be doing? Supporting the Biodiversity Team with the rollout of the biodiversity strategy, leading on specific actions where appropriate; Track our performance against governmental and company specific nature related targets, ensuring performance is on track; Produce reports for our regulators on our progress against statutory duties; Supporting on the delivery of our action plans for the management, treatment and prevention of Invasive non-native species; Work with a variety of stakeholders to support the development of action plans for our protected landscapes; Support the wider team on initiatives relating to nature based solutions and wider land/catchment activities; Supporting senior managers on other, more complex projects; Develop engagement materials for a variety of stakeholders to continue to promote the importance of nature recovery. What do I need to be successful? We require our interns to be expecting a minimum 2:1 degree in an Environmental related degree. You must be in your penultimate year of university study. You will also need: Strong planning and organisational skills to keep projects on track. Excellent communication skills to work well with different stakeholders - both written and spoken. Able to demonstrate a practical application of your knowledge A proactive attitude with the ambition and drive to excel in a fast-paced environment. Flexible to work throughout the North West region Great team-working skills to thrive in an interdisciplinary setting. A full UK driving licence (upon application) and access to a vehicle for business use. Additional Information Our recruitment process requires you to complete: An Online application form An in-person interview and presentation Please note that you must be available to attend an in-person recruitment stage during the period 17th November - 19th December We are an equal opportunity employer committed to creating a diverse environment. All qualified applicants will be considered without regard to race, ethnicity, religion, gender, sexual orientation, disability, or age. If you require any reasonable adjustments throughout your recruitment journey, please let us know. If you are offered a job with us, a number of pre-employment checks need to be carried out before your appointment can be confirmed. Any offer of employment with United Utilities will be subject to a satisfactory checking report from Disclosure and Barring Service/Disclosure Scotland. Application deadline: 13th October 2025 - please apply early as deadlines are subject to change Based on current immigration guidelines this role is not eligible for visa sponsorship Due to the length of the programme being 3 months maximum you will be engaged via our resourcing partner Reed Talent Solutions and paid via a weekly timesheet.
