Corporate Affairs Advisor – Major Projects  

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

We offer a competitive salary, depending on experience (£36,897 - £46,120)  

• Annual incentive related bonus (£1000 maximum bonus opportunity for the performance year) 
• Company Car Benefit 
• Attractive pension scheme (up to 12% company contribution)  
• Development opportunities in line with the Corporate Affairs Advisor – Major Projects 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: West Yorkshire / Hybrid Working (1-2 days in the office a week – Bradford – Relocating to Leeds Summer 2026) 

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

We have an exciting opportunity for a Corporate Affairs Advisor – Major Projects to join the Corporate Affairs 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. Corporate Affairs are a key part of how we plan to meet the changing expectations of customers and regulators.   

Be a key member of the Major Projects team, supporting the delivery of Yorkshire Water’s most significant infrastructure programmes. You’ll lead on stakeholder management—engaging with regulators, partners, politicians, and communities—to build trust, manage reputation, and ensure the success of our major projects. Your work will directly influence the delivery of projects worth billions, shaping the future of water in Yorkshire. 

Where you fit in: 

As our Corporate Affairs Advisor - Major Projects you will: 

• Plan, lead, and manage stakeholder engagement across all phases of the Major Projects Programme 
• Develop and execute stakeholder strategies to ensure effective communication and alignment with internal and external partners, including Ofwat, RAPID, and other water companies 
• Represent Yorkshire Water’s interests in high-profile forums, consultations, and regulatory submissions 
• Support crisis communications and reputation management for major projects 
• Prepare and deliver briefing materials, engagement plans, and consultation events 
• Track stakeholder feedback, manage queries, and support negotiation and interface resolution 
• Contribute to decision-making, risk reduction, and regulatory compliance through timely and effective engagement 

What skills & qualifications you will need: 

• Experience in stakeholder management, corporate affairs, or communications within major projects or regulated environments 
• Strong relationship-building and influencing skills, with the ability to engage diverse audiences 
• Understanding of the water industry, infrastructure delivery, or public sector (desirable) 
• Proactive, strategic thinker with a collaborative approach 
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills 

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 Corporate Affairs and want to help us deliver great service for our customers whilst looking after the environment, then be sure to apply today to find out what a career with Yorkshire Water can offer you.  Please apply with an upto date CV and a covering letter outlining your suitability for the role.

Recruitment Process - 

Closing date - 11th January, 2026

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.