Framework Management Intern

The Role

Every day, we deliver one of life's most essential services to millions of people across the North West. From providing safe, high-quality drinking water to protecting the environment and supporting thriving communities, the work we do matters. We're now in the second year of our £16.5 billion investment programme, one of the largest transformation programmes in our history. It's an exciting time to join us as we improve our services, enhance environmental performance, embrace innovation and create a more sustainable future for generations to come.

There's more to us than just great water. We are where purpose flows.

What you can expect being an intern in Framework Management team

As an intern in our Framework Management team, you'll gain a unique behind-the-scenes view of how United Utilities works with strategic contract partners to deliver value for customers and support essential services across the North West. You'll be part of a team responsible for managing supplier relationships, monitoring performance, driving continuous improvement and helping ensure our frameworks deliver efficiency, value and positive customer outcomes. This is a hands-on opportunity where you'll contribute to real business activities, work with stakeholders across the organisation and bring fresh ideas that can make a genuine impact.

What you’ll be getting stuck into day to day:

• Analysing supplier performance data to identify trends, opportunities and areas for improvement.
• Supporting the team in managing relationships with contract partners and key stakeholders across the business.
• Attending meetings with supply chain partners to understand challenges and discuss performance outcomes.
• Assisting with projects focused on improving framework management processes, efficiency and value.
• Creating reports, dashboards and presentations that turn data into meaningful business insights.
• Collaborating with colleagues across Commercial and other business areas to understand different perspectives.
• Supporting the monitoring of contract performance, risks and improvement initiatives.
• Taking ownership of specific tasks and projects while contributing ideas and recommendations to the team.

What you’ll bring to the team:

• Strong communication and relationship-building skills.
• An analytical mindset with the ability to interpret data and identify trends.
• Good organisational skills and strong attention to detail.
• A proactive approach with a willingness to learn and challenge constructively.
• Commercial awareness and an interest in supplier or contract management.
• Confidence using Microsoft Office, particularly Excel and PowerPoint.
• The ability to work collaboratively as part of a team while taking ownership of your own work.
• A genuine interest in improving performance, efficiency and outcomes for customers.

Why join United Utilities as an intern?

By joining us on our Internship programme, you'll not only get first-class training and support, but we'll also provide you with an in-depth understanding of your business area, ultimately giving you the confidence, skills and knowledge required to become one of our future operational, technical or people leaders, driving meaningful change.

What's in it for you?

We know that delivering a great service starts with supporting you, our people. That's why we offer a range of benefits designed to help you thrive both at work and outside of it.

• Starting salary of at least £25,950 pro-rated
• 26 days annual leave + bank holidays – pro rated
• Up to 14% employer pension contribution
• Access to colleague wellbeing programmes and dedicated mentors who will support you whilst on scheme

Want to learn more about life at United Utilities and explore our full benefits package? Take a look at our Flexa profile here: United Utilities | Verified Employers | Flexa Careers

Our commitment to opportunity for all

We're committed to creating a workplace where you feel you can belong and can succeed. Our colleague networks play an important role in this, these are;

• GeneQ – supporting gender equality, parents and carers
• Multi-Cultural & Faith
• LGBTQ+
• Armed Forces
• Ability – supporting colleagues with disabilities and long-term health conditions

We recommend that you are open and honest with us throughout the process and make us aware of any reasonable adjustments you may require. Rest assured, we don't use AI to screen your application at any stage of the process. A real person will review your application.

To ensure a fair recruitment process, we ask that you apply for only one Graduate role per recruitment year. Take a look at all our opportunities and apply for the one that interests you most.

Key dates to consider

• Applications close on 21st October 2026.
• Once applications have closed, a member of the Early Careers team will review your application to ensure it meets the minimum requirements for your chosen role.
• We anticipate this review process may take up to two weeks following the closing date.
• Interviews are expected to take place between 17th November and 11th December.

Application deadline: 21st October 2026 – please apply early as deadlines are subject to change

Based on current immigration guidelines this role is not eligible for visa sponsorship .

Due to the length of the programme being 3 months maximum you will be engaged on a fixed term contract.