Property Analyst Manager

at  Severn Trent

Hello, we are Severn Trent, and we think water is wonderful. Oh, we’re pretty keen on people too.
24 hours a day, 365 days a year we serve 4.8 million households and business across the heart of the UK. Each cuppa drank and every toilet flushed is only possible because of the 9000 brilliant team members working across our patch.
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IF YOU WANT TO DO MORE BECAUSE YOU CARE, WE’D LOVE TO TALK TO YOU. THERE REALLY IS SOMETHING FOR EVERYONE HERE.

We are seeking a strategic leader to join our Land and Planning team as a Property Analyst Manager. In this pivotal role, you will report directly to the Land and Planning Business Lead. Your primary mission will be to create and maintain a data-centric environment that supports the development of a robust property strategy and enables effective and efficient decision-making across the organisation.

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As the Property Analyst Manager, you will manage a small team of five specialist analysts, providing essential advice and services to the Land and Planning (L&P) Team and the broader business. Your leadership will be crucial in ensuring that the team delivers high-quality data analysis and strategic insights that drive our property strategy forward.
Some of your key accountabilities will include:
Provision of Data, Analysis, and Advice: Deliver comprehensive data, insightful analysis, and strategic advice to the L&P Team and key stakeholders to inform decision-making and strategy development.
Team Management and Development: Oversee the outputs of your team, providing regular support, training, and guidance to ensure high performance and professional growth. Foster a collaborative and innovative team environment.
Budget and Forecast Management: Prepare and provide accurate budgets and forecasts to Finance Business Partners, ensuring financial plans align with strategic objectives and operational needs.
Property Strategy Creation and Maintenance: Develop and maintain a robust property accommodation strategy that aligns with business goals and maximizes the value of our asset portfolio. Ensure the strategy is adaptable to changing business needs and market conditions.
Data and Systems Management: Ensure the integrity and accuracy of L&P data and systems. Coordinate the implementation and maintenance of data collection processes, ensuring compliance with agreed standards and completeness.
Business Case Support: Assist in the preparation of business cases, providing detailed analysis and strategic insights to support investment decisions and project approvals.
Statutory Reporting and Compliance: Ensure all statutory reporting requirements are met, providing appropriate support and maintaining liaison with the ST Data Protection Officer to ensure GDPR compliance.
Risk and Resilience Management: Support the L&P Business Lead in identifying, managing, and recording risks and resilience matters. Develop strategies to mitigate risks and enhance the resilience of Land & Planning team operations.

QUALIFICATIONS (PREFERABLE):

• GCSE or equivalent Maths.
• A scientific or engineering qualification [desirable].
• UK Driving Licence – this role requires travel across the STW region to deliver the projects for which you are accountable.

The successful candidate should have proven experience in managing teams and driving performance, demonstrating a track record of delivering successful outcomes even in uncertain environments. Your experience should include creating investment cases and acting as a project sponsor, showcasing strong stakeholder management and influencing capabilities.
Expertise in detailed analysis and reporting to drive business decisions is essential, along with experience in creating new processes to meet changing needs. Familiarity with operational risk management principles and processes is also required.
Fluency in data analysis and presentation is important, as is financial literacy and commercial acumen. An inquisitive approach to understanding risk and asset performance, along with the ability to evaluate and challenge, will be key to your success in this role.
Additionally, you should have experience in budget management and making informed investment decisions. Effective team management is crucial, providing clear guidance and support to your team. You should be able to operate successfully in a changing and uncertain environment, communicating clearly and concisely with stakeholders and colleagues.