Job Description

Hello! Thanks for stopping by. Let us tell you about all the great reasons to join us here at Yorkshire Water:

Salary & Benefits -

We offer a salary from 38,700- 48,376 per annum depending on experience

Annual performance related bonus Attractive pension scheme (up to 12% company contribution) Development opportunities in line with the Compliance & Risk Analyst progression plan 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays - plus an extra wellness day! Life assurance cover of 4 times pensionable salary A great benefits package - choose from health cash plan scheme, critical illness insurance, dental insurance, life assurance flex and partner cover. Retail savings scheme Online GP service, cycle to work scheme, gym membership discounts and many more!

Location: Bradford / Hybrid Working

Work type: Permanent. 37 hours per week, Monday - Friday.

We have an exciting opportunity for a Compliance & Risk Analyst to join the Customer Experience team at Yorkshire Water and be a part of helping Yorkshire Water to provide the best service to our customers. Could this be you?

What we do:

Everyone has an idea of what a water company does. Here in Yorkshire, we make sure that over 5.4 million people living in the region and the millions of people who visit our region each year, can rely on our services, and have clean and safe drinking water on tap and that their wastewater is taken away. But for us, it's so much more than this.




We look after communities, protect the environment, and plan to look after Yorkshire's water, today, tomorrow 24/7, 365 days a year. We provide essential water and wastewater services to every corner of the Yorkshire region, and play a key role in the region's health, wellbeing, and prosperity.




New environmental legislation, unprecedented levels of investment and changing expectations from customers means that this is an exciting time to discover opportunities within the water industry. Customer Experience are a key part of how we plan to meet the changing expectations of customers and regulators.





Since April 2017, non-household customers in England have the option to change their water and sewerage retailer in the same way as customers can do for gas and electricity. This is a great opportunity to be involved in Yorkshire Waters Wholesale Market Team, the non-household world and contribute to excellent wholesale performance in the market.

Where you fit in:

As our Compliance & Risk Analyst you will -

Provide specialist technical advice on non-household and New Appointments & Variations (NAV) regulation to influence decision-making across departments, providing analytical input into the development of solutions Keep up to date with changes in regulation across the industry and promote/raise awareness to the business areas Provide specialist technical advice and assurance relating to non-household & NAV related policies, reporting requirements, compliance, complaint handling and customer experience strategy Undertake regular risk reviews across all teams within Wholesale Market Services, ensuring these are being appropriately managed with controls in place. This will also involve communicating the risks and issues and escalating as required Provide specialist technical knowledge and assurance for all regulatory training material (both business and team wide) ensuring it is accurate and compliant, updating and designing where required Provide and present regular compliance and risk MI to stakeholders within the Wholesale Market Services Team and wider business

What skills & qualifications you will need:

Degree or relevant qualification or significant experience in compliance, risk management and / or assurance Strong networking, interpersonal and influencing skills Self-driven, able to identify and source data and information to support analysis Experience of report and presentation writing and communicating ideas and concepts A self-starter who can take initiative and work under their own supervision

You will also benefit from having:

An understanding of regulations and laws across the water industry Knowledge of retail competition and the Competition Act 1998 An understanding of regulations specific to the non-household water and NAV markets.


Although we operate 24 hours a day, 365 days a year, it's important to us that we support flexible working patterns and job share options (when we can), to help you make the best of both your work and home life. We know that juggling childcare responsibilities or getting that ideal work/life balance isn't always easy!

Do we sound like your cup of tea?

If you've got experience in Compliance or Risk Management and want to help us deliver great service for our customers, then be sure to apply today to find out what a career with Yorkshire Water can offer you.

Please apply online and submit a CV and covering letter outlining your suitability for the role.

Recruitment Process -

Closing date -1st May, 2025

If successful for the role, you will be required to undergo pre-employment checks that will include a Basic Disclosure Check, carried out through a Third-Party Company, prior to commencing employment. Depending on the role, you may also be required to go through the security vetting process for either a Counter Terrorist Check or Security Check clearance.




All our roles are subject to a medical questionnaire, and further medicals when required.




We are committed to removing barriers and ensuring our recruitment process is accessible to everyone. We offer a range of adjustments to make your application experience as comfortable and straightforward as possible.



If you have an accessibility need, disability, or condition that requires changes to the recruitment process, please include this information in your application. We will then discuss any reasonable adjustments required.




Kelda Group reserve the right to close this position before the published closing date, should the need occur. We therefore advise that you complete and submit your application as soon as possible.






No agencies please.