Hydrology Manager

Anglian Water Group Ltd.; Cambridge; Hybrid; GBP 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading water services provider in Cambridge seeks a Hydrology Manager to lead hydrological strategy and manage water resource risks. The candidate will oversee hydrological analyses and collaborate with stakeholders on drought planning. Candidates should have proven experience in hydrology and strong leadership capabilities. The role offers a competitive salary around £55,000 and allows hybrid working. A driving licence is required, and the position is critical for future water resilience.

Benefits

Private healthcare

Virtual GP service

Generous pension scheme

Qualifications

• Proven experience in hydrology or water resources management.
• Strong analytical and scientific expertise.
• Inspirational leader, able to motivate and develop specialist teams.
• Excellent communicator, skilled at simplifying complex information.
• Confident stakeholder manager with strong influencing skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead hydrological strategy across water resources and drought planning.
• Play a key leadership role in drought response.
• Oversee hydrological analysis, modelling and reporting.
• Manage complex, high-impact projects.
• Influence and collaborate with senior stakeholders.

Skills

Hydrology or water resources management

Analytical skills

Leadership ability

Excellent communication

Stakeholder management

Job description

Hydrology Manager page is loaded## Hydrology Managerlocations: Thorpe Wood House: Milton Housetime type: Full timeposted on: Posted 2 Days Agojob requisition id: R35137**Hydrology Manager – Water Services****12‑month Fixed Term Contract****Salary:** Circa **£55,000**, depending on skills and experience **Location:** **Cambridge** (hybrid working) **Hours:** Full time (with flexibility for part-time working)) **Closing date:** **Sunday 22nd February 2026** **Interviews:** **13th & 16th** **March****For a great career… just add water** ****Water security has never mattered more. If you’re a hydrology leader who thrives on responsibility, challenge and real-world impact, this is your opportunity to step into a **high-profile, business‑critical role** at the heart of our organisation.Join our **Water Resources and Drought team**, where we protect upstream water supplies for millions of customers across the Anglian region. With a 50:50 split between groundwater and surface water, this role sits right at the intersection of science, strategy and operational decision‑making.**The role**As **Hydrology Manager**, you’ll lead a team of specialists, providing expert hydrological advice that underpins critical business decisions. You’ll be responsible for managing water resource risk—both **quantity and quality**—and ensuring we are fully prepared for drought and climate uncertainty.This is a rare chance to combine **technical excellence**, **people leadership**, and **strategic influence** in a role that genuinely shapes our future water resilience.**What you’ll be doing*** **Lead hydrological strategy** across water resources and drought planning, including hydrological inputs to statutory Drought Plans* **Play a key leadership role in drought response**, acting as a principal hydrological contact and leading tactical and strategic workstreams* **Oversee hydrological analysis, modelling and reporting**, ensuring data drives innovative, practical solutions* **Manage complex, high‑impact projects**, from drought permit preparation to data visualisation and insight* **Influence and collaborate with senior stakeholders**, including the Environment Agency and internal decision-makers* **Translate complex science into clear, actionable insight** that supports confident business decisions**About you**You’ll bring a strong blend of **technical credibility and leadership capability**, with the confidence to operate in a fast‑moving, high‑stakes environment.* Proven experience in **hydrology or water resources management*** Strong analytical and scientific expertise, with a strategic mindset* Inspirational leader, able to motivate and develop specialist teams* Excellent communicator, skilled at simplifying complex information* Confident stakeholder manager with strong influencing skills* Full UK driving licence required - **You’ll be based in the office 1–2 days per week, with the flexibility to work from home or in another of our offices for the remainder of the time. Travel to other offices or sites will be required occasionally to support business needs.****What we offer**Alongside the opportunity to make a genuine difference, you’ll benefit from a competitive and flexible rewards package, including:* Private healthcare* Virtual GP service for you and your household* Generous pension scheme – **we double‑match contributions up to 6% (18% total)*** Hybrid working (1–2 days per week in the Cambridge office)* Flexibility to support work–life balanceWe believe our workforce should reflect the communities we serve. We’re committed to inclusion, fairness and opportunity for all and proudly support initiatives including the **Social Mobility Pledge**, **Race at Work Charter**, **Armed Forces Covenant**, **Disability Confident**, and the **Women’s Utility Network**.Apply now, **don’t forget to include your cover letter**, and help us secure water for generations to come.**#loveeverydrop**LI-NV1We are committed to reflect the diversity of the communities we serve in both our workforce and our supply chain partners to help us to understand and meet the needs of our customers. We are passionate and dedicated to the learning and development of our people, making sure they have the right skills and knowledge to be successful and to help achieve their potential.We want to give everyone equal access to our recruitment process. If you have a disability or long-term condition, including neurodiversity and mental health conditions, we’ll support you throughout your application, and make any adjustments to make sure your disability or long-term condition is not a barrier to recruitment. If you need any support, please get reach out to our team [e-mail]’To apply, you’ll need your up-to-date CV, we also recommend uploading a cover letter – tell us what has made you apply and what skills you can bring to the position. We will be in touch after your application has been reviewed, following the closing date.If you are offered a job with us, you’ll be subject to the relevant employment checks for your role, which could include references, driving licence check, DBS Check as well as your right to work in the UK. More information about how we look after and use your information can be found in our .Become a part of Anglian Water’s future and join us on our journey as we live through our values to build trust, do the right thing, and are always exploring, to bring environmental and social prosperity to the region.