Head of Commercial Assurance & Governance (Hybrid)

Anglian Water Group Ltd.; Peterborough; Hybrid; GBP 125,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

A prominent water utility provider is seeking a Head of Commercial Assurance in Peterborough. This critical full-time role offers hybrid working and includes accountability for commercial assurance activities. The successful candidate will manage compliance, develop assurance contracts, and lead cross-functional teams to ensure the delivery of a capital investment programme. An excellent communicator with over 10 years' experience in commercial management within regulated environments is required. Benefits include a competitive pension scheme, car allowance, and personal health care.

Benefits

Competitive pension scheme

Car allowance

Personal private health care

Annual bonus scheme

30 days leave + Bank Holidays

Life Cover at 8x salary

Flexible benefits to support well-being

Qualifications

• Proven experience in the water sector or construction industry.
• Minimum 10 years in commercial or financial management.
• Experience with commercial governance and compliance.

Responsibilities

• Lead developmental and delivery of assurance contracts.
• Manage financial controls and compliance processes.
• Oversee risk registers and governance reviews.
• Drive continuous improvement and innovations in cost intelligence.

Skills

Commercial frameworks and policies

Analytical and critical thinking

Cross-functional team leadership

Stakeholder management

Compliance with legal and regulatory requirements

Education

Qualified in commercial, quantity surveying, finance or project management

Job description

A prominent water utility provider is seeking a Head of Commercial Assurance in Peterborough. This critical full-time role offers hybrid working and includes accountability for commercial assurance activities. The successful candidate will manage compliance, develop assurance contracts, and lead cross-functional teams to ensure the delivery of a capital investment programme. An excellent communicator with over 10 years' experience in commercial management within regulated environments is required. Benefits include a competitive pension scheme, car allowance, and personal health care.