Asset management consultant

Lead Asset Management Consultant Nationwide (Hybrid) Permanent, Full time Competitive salary plus benefits We are currently seeking to recruit a Lead Asset Management Consultant to join us here at Aqua Consultants. This would be a full-time, permanent position. What we do: Aqua Consultants are a multi-disciplinary consultancy providing a wide range of Asset Management, Engineering and Commercial services to our clients across the water, energy and environment sectors, across the UK. Who we are: Aqua is established on a solid foundation of diversity ndash; diversity of skills, cultures, personalities, perspectives and experiences. It is this diversity that unifies our team and enables us to offer holistic and innovative solutions to our clients most pressing needs. The lsquo;Aqua rsquo; culture is a set of values, beliefs, attitudes, and behaviours that creates a family-like environment within our workplace, something we call the lsquo;Aqua Family. rsquo; We are an ambitious team who live our values of Growth, Accountability, Integrity Innovation, Empathy and Fun. Our Vision ndash; Growth through SHARED CAPABILITY Our Mission ndash; Growing sustainable value for future generations Aqua is also part of the Adler and Allan Group, allowing us to utilise and share capability amongst over 1000 employees within the UK. What we would like to offer you: * Competitive salary + discretionary bonus * 24 days annual leave + Bank holidays + option to purchase additional leave * Pension scheme (6% employer, 4% employee) * Company mobile phone and laptop provided * Training and career progression opportunities * Professional Membership fees paid * Life Assurance Scheme 4 x annual salary * Electric Car Scheme * Employee Assistance Programme (with access to GP appointments, Physio appointments and Mental Health Support) * Medicash cash plan (Money back on everyday healthcare costs such as dental, glasses, contact lenses) * Refer a friend scheme ROLE DESCRIPTION We are a rapidly growing business where you will play an important part in developing our asset management capability, whilst helping clients maximise the value from their assets and adapt to long-term challenges. Our Asset Management Consultants are responsible for advisory services to our infrastructure clients in the UK and beyond. You will focus on areas such as (regulatory) business planning, asset strategy, service delivery, risk management, and asset management maturity (ISO55001). You will also provide support to the wider Aqua Consultants business in asset management best practice. You will report to the Associate Director Asset Management, as part of a growing team where you will have opportunities to develop and progress in the role. Sector: Predominantly working within the Water industry but may cover wider utilities and infrastructure. Required Qualifications: * Bachelor rsquo;s degree in a related field * Institute of Asset Management Diploma or Certificate (Desirable) * Chartered in a relevant institution or working towards chartership Skills and experience: This is a role which requires you to cover many different types of projects over time, adapting to client needs and sectors as required. Clients are at the heart of everything you do, and you rsquo;ll demonstrate the ability to constructively challenge the accepted norms and always seek a better way. * 10+ years of experience of infrastructure asset management in the water, gas, electricity or other industries * Experience of managing a team of individuals to achieve a set of objectives * Experience of working in one of the following areas: asset strategy, regulatory business planning, asset planning * Detailed knowledge of a UK regulated utilities industry * Understanding of the typical challenges and drivers for UK infrastructure clients * Demonstrable understanding of ISO55001 principles ndash; we expect all Leads to pass a Diploma in Asset Management * Proactive at solving problems for our clients * Experience of effectively presenting to a range of stakeholders * Experience of developing and maintaining client and stakeholder relationships * Understanding of how what you do meets corporate objectives * Ability to apply asset management principles to a variety of industries *Please note this is not an exhaustive list but gives a flavour of the work to be undertaken a full job description is available upon request* Why Aqua Consultants? We are a fast growing organisation with highly experienced staff at the heart of everything we do. We offer more than just a day job ndash; Aqua offers very competitive salaries and a great working environment. You rsquo;ll be able to input into the development and growth of our business whilst we help you progress in your career. If you feel you have the skills, personality, and experience, please apply today