Ofwat has five opportunities for Enforcement Senior Associates to join our Casework & Enforcement team. Office Location: Birmingham (B5 4UA) or London (E14 4HD) with hybrid working About Us We are Ofwat, the Water Services Regulation Authority, a non-ministerial government department responsible for regulating the water sector in England and Wales. Our work has genuine significance no other organisation does the work we do. Its unique and meaningful: keeping our water flowing; ensuring water bills dont cost a penny more than needed; holding water companies to account. Come and work at the source of everyday life. The Role These Senior Associate roles will particularly focus on the delivery of the team's enforcement activities. This will include supporting the effective and efficient delivery of enforcement investigations and action, to hold water companies to account where they have failed on obligations Ofwat is responsible for enforcing. Successful candidates will lead the delivery of small-scale investigations delivered by our team, where we have legal powers to determine a dispute between a customer and their water company. The successful candidates will have strong analytical skills, being able to collate and assess large volumes of complex information and data to identify what is relevant to our investigation and why. They will be able to quickly get to grips with new and varied subject areas, including the relevant legal obligations, policy expectations, data sources and the strategic context in which they sit. They will be proactive in asking questions of other team members, subject matter experts and the companies we investigate, to build the case team's understanding of what has happened and why; how that fits with the legal obligations water companies have; and the steps companies must take to put things right. The successful candidates will have strong organisational skills that enable them to plan, prioritise and deliver your work effectively to enable the swift progress of complex investigations. Being able to collaborate effectively will be essential, as you will work as part of a multi-disciplinary team, bringing together case leads, lawyers, technical and communications specialists and where appropriate external consultants. To find more details about the role and deliverables please click Apply. About You Below are some of the key essential experience, skills & knowledge required for this post: Experience of gathering, analysing and correctly interpreting a range of complex data and information to make evidence-based conclusions and recommendations. Degree level qualification in an analytical discipline (including, but not limited to, law, economics, business) or demonstrable relevant experience of working on large and/or complex investigations and/or research-based projects. Ability to clearly communicate complex information in writing and verbally for a range of audience types. Experience of working with internal and external stakeholders to understand their interests and expectations and to secure inputs to deliver a service successfully. Proven ability to maintain accurate and up-to-date records / case files, with exceptional attention to detail. Experience of working under pressure, effectively planning, prioritising and managing a varied and changing workload to meet different deadlines. Experience of contributing to improve ways of working. Knowledge of regulation and current economic issues. Why You Should Join Us: - Meaningful Impact: You will be joining a team with a sense of mission at its core aiming to build a lasting legacy for future generations by securing our long-term water resilience. Innovative Work Environment: We embrace agile and new ways of working and have a culture build on trust, flexibility, and collaboration. Development Opportunities: Gain valuable experience and develop your skills in a supportive and dynamic setting. Work-Life Balance: Enjoy the flexibility of working from home combined with the benefits of in person collaboration in our London or Birmingham offices. Fantastic employer pension contribution of nearly 30%. 25 days annual leave, increasing to 30 with each year of service, plus bank holidays and an extra 2.5 days of privilege leave. Access to exclusive discounts on a variety of goods and services, including retail outlets, theatre tickets, holidays, insurance, and a gym membership. Fees paid for membership of relevant professional bodies. Up to 3 volunteering days per year. Recognition vouchers scheme rewarding your hard work. Generous shared parental leave and pay supporting your family life. Follow the link to Apply for full details about the role, please ensure you have submitted your Applications in full before the below deadline. Closing date : 23.55 on 13 April 2025