Evidence and Assurance Manager

Job Description

Help shape decisions that matter

Are you passionate about turning complex information into clear, robust evidence that stands up to scrutiny? Do you enjoy working across teams to bring clarity, rigour and confidence to major decisions?

At United Utilities, we’re looking for an Evidence & Assurance Manager to play a pivotal role in strengthening the quality, credibility and integrity of our regulatory submissions. Your work will directly support investment decisions that impact millions of people, the environment and the future of water in the North West.

What you’ll be doing

In this role, you’ll combine analytical thinking, collaboration and attention to detail to ensure our evidence is robust, consistent and ready for challenge. You will:

• Shape high-quality submissions – Lead the development of clear, well-structured technical evidence, business cases and supporting documentation
• Build trusted assurance processes – Design and run frameworks that ensure traceability, transparency and audit readiness
• Act as a critical friend – Challenge assumptions and test evidence from a regulatory perspective to strengthen our submissions
• Bring everything together – Work across teams (including strategy, finance, delivery and external partners) to ensure evidence is aligned and consistent
• Uphold quality and clarity – Ensure all information is accurate, accessible and stands up to scrutiny
• Support senior decision-making – Prepare insights, summaries and reports for executive and board-level discussions
• Drive continuous improvement – Help us evolve how we develop, document and assure evidence

What we’re looking for

We know great candidates don’t always meet every requirement. If you’re excited about the role, we’d love to hear from you.

You might bring:

• Experience in evidence development, assurance, audit, regulation or complex programmes
• An ability to translate complex data into clear, defensible insights
• A strong eye for detail, with the ability to manage multiple inputs and maintain traceability
• Confidence in collaborating across diverse teams and disciplines
• Strong communication skills, including presenting to senior stakeholders
• Experience in regulated sectors (such as water, energy or infrastructure) is helpful but not essential

What you’ll get in return

We’re committed to supporting our people both professionally and personally:

• 26 days holiday, rising to 30 with service (+ bank holidays)
• Generous pension (up to 14% employer contribution) and life cover
• Car allowance
• Up to 20% performance bonus
• Comprehensive healthcare plan
• Flexible and hybrid working options to support work-life balance

What you’ll get in return

We’re committed to supporting our people both professionally and personally:

• 26 days holiday, rising to 30 with service (+ bank holidays)
• Generous pension (up to 14% employer contribution) and life cover
• Car allowance
• Up to 20% performance bonus
• Comprehensive healthcare plan
• Flexible and hybrid working options to support work-life balance

A workplace where everyone belongs

At United Utilities, we believe diversity of thought, background and experience makes us stronger. We’re proud to be ranked #11 in The Inclusive Top 50 UK Employers, and we’re committed to creating an environment where everyone feels valued, supported and able to thrive.

We actively encourage applications from people of all backgrounds, communities and experiences. If you need any adjustments during the recruitment process, we’ll be happy to support you.

Make a meaningful impact

Join us and play a key role in ensuring the decisions we make today create a more sustainable, resilient future for our customers and communities.