Kick‑start your Regulatory Compliance career with Thames Water
Join us as a Regulatory Compliance Apprentice and help the UK’s largest water and wastewater provider meet key regulatory obligations. You’ll build skills in regulation, risk, and strategy while working toward a Level 4 Regulatory Compliance Officer qualification.
What you’ll do as a Regulatory Compliance Apprentice:
Stay Compliant – Support new regulatory controls, ISO:22458 activity, and compliance checks.
Track Regulation – Monitor rule changes, analyse impacts, and help shape consultation responses.
Horizon Scan – Spot future regulatory risks so the business can adapt early.
Data & Insight – Research, analyse data, and support long‑term planning and strategic decisions.
Drive Retail Strategy – Contribute to customer, affordability, and vulnerability strategies.
Where you will work:
Location: Clearwater Court, Reading, RG1 8DB Hybrid
Hours: 36 hours a week across four working days plus one off-the-job training day
Start date: September 2026
Training and qualification: You’ll study with CSA, one of the UK’s leading training providers via fully remote online delivery
Qualification: Level 4 Regulatory Compliance Officer
Duration: Permanent contract with a 27-month structured programme
What you should bring to the role:
5 GCSE Maths and English at grade A-C or 9-4
3 A-Levels in related studies/ BTEC Level 3 apprenticeship/qualification in a relatable subject
Strong analytical and research skills
Attention to detail and ability to interpret complex regulations
Effective communication and stakeholder engagement
What’s in it for you?
Excellent salary: £22,500 annum
Annual Leave: 24 days holiday per year increasing to 28 with the length of service (plus bank holidays)
Performance-related pay plan directly linked to company performance measures and targets
Generous Pension Scheme through AON
Access to lots of benefits to help you take care of you and your family’s health and wellbeing, and your finances – from annual health MOTs and access to physiotherapy and counselling, to Cycle to Work schemes, shopping vouchers and life assurance. Find out more about our benefits and perks
Who are we?
We’re the UK’s largest water and wastewater company, with more than 16 million customers relying on us every day to supply water for their taps and toilets. We want to build a better future for all, helping our customers, communities, people, and the planet to thrive. It’s a big job and we’ve got a long way to go, so we need help from passionate and skilled people, committed to making a difference and getting us to where we want to be in the years and decades to come.
Learn more about our purpose and values
Working at Thames Water
Thames Water is a unique, rewarding, and diverse place to work, where every day you can make a difference, yet no day is the same. As part of our family, you’ll enjoy meaningful career opportunities, flexible working arrangements and excellent benefits.
If you’re looking for a sustainable and successful career where you can make a daily difference to millions of people’s lives while helping to protect the world of water for future generations, we’ll be here to support you every step of the way.
Together, we can build a better future for our customers, our region, and our planet.
Real purpose, real support, real opportunities. Come and join the Thames Water family. Why choose us? Learn more.
We’re committed to being a great, diverse, and inclusive place to work. We welcome applications from everyone and want to ensure you feel supported throughout the recruitment process. If you need any adjustments, whether that’s extra time, accessible formats, or anything else just let us know, we’re here to help and support.
When a crisis happens, we all rally around to support our customers. As part of Team Thames, you’ll have the opportunity to sign up to support our customers on the frontline as an ambassador. Full training will be given for what is undoubtedly an incredibly rewarding experience. It’s also a great opportunity to learn more about our business and meet colleagues.
Disclaimer: due to the high volume of applications we receive, we may close the advert earlier than the advertised date, so we encourage you to apply as soon as possible to avoid disappointment