Overview
Digital Data and Technology Graduate Programme
Salary: £32,000
Start date: September 2026
Location: Cambridgeshire (Huntingdon Head Office). Successful graduate will be required to work from Cambridgeshire, with a requirement to travel across the Anglian Water region as required. Placements may vary across the region and departments, so flexibility is essential.
Are you a recent graduate ready to make a real impact on the environment and your community? Join Anglian Water’s Digital, Data and Technology (DDaT) Graduate Programme and help shape the future of water and water recycling services in the East of England, through innovation, data-driven decision-making, and cutting-edge technology. This is a unique opportunity to launch your career in a vital industry, while developing your leadership, technical, and strategic capabilities.
Programme details
As part of our DDaT directorate, you’ll be at the heart of digital transformation across Anglian Water. You’ll work on real-world challenges that affect millions of customers, helping us deliver resilient, efficient, and environmentally responsible services. The graduate programme offers structured rotations across key areas of DDaT, including:
* Data, Digital & Software Engineering – building and maintaining critical systems and applications
* Artificial Intelligence & Machine Learning – applying intelligent solutions to optimise operations and customer service
* Data & Analytics – turning data into actionable insights for smarter decision-making
* Infrastructure & Operations, and Operational Technology (OT) – integrating digital tools with physical infrastructure to improve performance and reliability
* Cybersecurity & Digital Risk – protecting our systems and data in an increasingly connected world
* Enterprise, Solution and Platform Architecture – designing scalable, secure and future-ready technology landscapes that support business strategy and innovation
* Data and Digital Product Management – shaping the lifecycle of digital products and data services to meet user needs and deliver business value
* Data and Information Governance and Management – ensuring data and information is accurate, secure, and ethically managed to support compliance, effective business processes, data sharing and open data, and trusted decision-making
Who we’re seeking
* Educated in or passionate about Computer Science or Engineering, Data Science, AI/Machine Learning, Data & Analytics, Data Engineering, Digital or Software Engineering, Enterprise Architecture, Operational Technology, Information Management or Information Governance or a related field. We welcome applicants who are excited about technology products and passionate about the water industry.
* Curious and courageous – eager to learn, explore new ideas, and challenge the status quo
* Effective communicators – able to collaborate across diverse teams and explain complex concepts clearly
* Strategic thinkers – who can see the bigger picture and contribute to long-term goals
* Organised and proactive – with a keen eye for detail and a drive to deliver results
* Committed to sustainability – motivated by making a positive impact on the environment and society
What you’ll gain
* A structured 2-year rotational programme across DDaT functions and wider business programmes that are real and there to make a positive difference to our environment and the communities across the East of England
* Hands-on experience in digital operations, leadership, and project delivery
* Mentoring and support from experienced professionals and technical and industry-leading experts
* Opportunities to gain professional qualifications and certifications
* A career with purpose in a values-driven organisation committed to innovation and sustainability
Benefits
* A health and wellbeing package designed to support your mental and physical health
* 25 Days Annual Leave + Bank Holidays
* Double Matched Salary Sacrifice Pension Scheme (up to 18% total)
* Private Healthcare
* An excellent Family Leave package – to help you support your family including maternity, paternity, and shared parental leave policies
Application guidance
Ready to Make a Difference? Please apply below, remembering to submit your CV along with a supporting document that responds to the questions below. Where applicable, please give examples.
* What motivates you to join Anglian Water as a graduate, and how do you see yourself contributing to our purpose through data, technology, and leadership? We’re looking for individuals who are passionate about making a difference and driving innovation. Tell us what excites you about this opportunity and how it aligns with your aspirations.
* Describe a time when you took the lead on a project, task, or initiative. How did you demonstrate responsibility and integrity (Do the Right Thing), and what was the impact of your leadership?
* Tell us about a time when you helped build trust within a team or group. What actions did you take to foster collaboration, openness, or reliability, and how did this contribute to the team’s success?
* At Anglian Water, we’re committed to continuous improvement and using data to drive decision-making. Can you share an example of when you used data, insight, or evidence to improve a process, solve a problem, or influence a decision? How did this reflect our value of Always Exploring?
* Customer and colleague experience is central to our service. What does great service mean to you, and how have you demonstrated it in a way that reflects leadership qualities and our values, especially building trust and doing the right thing?
Closing dates and assessment
Closing Date: Friday 21 September 2025
Assessment Centre (In Person): Friday 24 October at Lancaster House office in Huntingdon
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