Partnership Manager
We are looking for a Partnership Manager to join the River Resilience team at Yorkshire Water, leading the Great Yorkshire Rivers Partnership and delivering strategic river restoration and environmental initiatives.
Location & Working Arrangement
West Yorkshire / Hybrid Working (initially Bradford, moving to Leeds Valley Park in summer 2026). Some travel across sites is required.
Work type: Permanent, 37 hours per week, Monday–Friday.
Benefits
* Competitive salary (£48,454 – £60,568) depending on experience
* Annual incentive related bonus up to £1,000
* Attractive pension scheme (up to 12% company contribution)
* Company car or cash allowance (£3,000 per annum)
* Development opportunities aligned with the Partnership Manager progression plan
* 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays, plus 2 wellness days
* Life assurance cover (4 × pensionable salary)
* Health cash plan, critical illness insurance, dental insurance, life assurance flex, partner cover
* Retail savings scheme
* Online GP service, cycle‑to‑work scheme, gym membership discounts and more
Responsibilities
* Provide visible, inspiring leadership and coordination across the Great Yorkshire Rivers Partnership
* Lead and maintain robust governance, assurance and decision‑making frameworks
* Co‑develop and drive a joined‑up, multi‑year programme aligned to partnership outcomes, AMP8 delivery and PR29 priorities
* Coordinate delivery across a diverse network of partners, workstreams and catchments
* Identify and develop opportunities into investable, risk‑assured programmes of work
* Align resources, funding and capabilities across organisations to maximise collective impact
* Oversee evidence gathering, benefits tracking and insight generation to support investment cases and regulatory submissions
* Proactively manage risks, dependencies and issues, ensuring clear mitigation plans and escalation routes
* Act as an ambassador for Great Yorkshire Rivers and Yorkshire Water at external forums and events
* Collaborate closely with internal teams including environment, partnerships, PMO and investment planning
* Build strong relationships with external stakeholders such as regulators, Rivers Trusts, NGOs, delivery partners and funders
* Lead and develop a small but growing team dedicated to the success of Great Yorkshire Rivers
Qualifications & Skills
* Demonstrated ability to lead and influence within complex, multi‑organisation partnerships
* Experience delivering and coordinating programmes of work, beyond individual projects
* A strong understanding of river restoration, catchment management and/or environmental delivery
* Proven ability to translate strategic objectives into structured plans, governance frameworks and effective delivery
* Proven experience contributing to or managing governance, assurance and reporting processes
* Excellent stakeholder engagement, relationship‑building and communication skills
* A strategic mindset with the ability to operate effectively in complex, evolving environments and manage competing priorities
* To hold a Full UK driving licence
Additional Information
Pre‑employment checks will be required, including a Basic Disclosure Check and possibly a security vetting process. A medical questionnaire will also apply.
No agencies please. Closing date for this role is the 21st June 2026.
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