Job Title: Analytical Operations Managerc£75k per annum dependent on skills and experience37 hours per weekPermanentLocation: HuntingdonAre you a strategic leader with a passion for science, operational excellence, and regulatory compliance?We are looking for an experienced Analytical Operations Manager to lead our end-to-end laboratory, sampling, and logistics operations. This is a high-impact role within our Quality, Environment and Assurance business unit, reporting to the Head of Science.You will be accountable for leadership of the entire sample planning and scheduling process, together with all sampling and logistics operations and all analytical functions. You will ensure the delivery of a robust, agile, and high-quality service, providing 24/7 support to our customers. Your strength of leadership will foster a culture of innovation, collaboration, and continuous improvement, making Anglian Water a great place to work.In this role, you will:Lead the delivery of a 24/7 laboratory operation, ensuring regulatory and internal complianceOversee all sampling, scheduling, and analytical functions across a large, geographically dispersed teamEnsure impartiality in all regulatory activities and uphold the highest standards of scientific integrityDriving the safety of the team forwards and putting safety at the heart of what we doDrive continuous improvement in service quality, cost efficiency, and technical excellenceFoster a culture of accountability, and professional development across your teamsWe're looking for someone with:Proven experience within a regulated laboratory environment with a scientific degreeSolid leadership of large, diverse and technical teams; bringing inspiration and team developmentEvidence of driving health, safety and wellbeing of teams forwardsStakeholder engagement and the ability to influence at multiple levelsEffective logistical and operational planning capabilitiesCalm and decisive under pressureAs a valued employee, you'll be entitled to: 26 days holiday plus bank holidays (with flexibility for religious holidays) Personal private health care Life cover - 8x annual salary Competitive pension scheme - we double-match your contributions up to 6% Annual bonus scheme and lifestyle benefits Closing date: 23 July 2025