Modelling & Insights Specialist

Thames Water
This programme has been designed to support people who have had a career break or are trying to transfer their skills in to a new sector or one they used to work in. We know that any gap in work experience or a move away from a sector or skill set makes it very hard to return or join through standard recruitment channels.
The roles in this programme tend to run on a 12 week work placement with a view to securing a permanent role at the end of that period. Although it’s not guaranteed, 96% of our candidates who join the programme go on to secure permanent roles with their host organisation.
As a candidate working with STEM Returners you have access to free CV writing and Interview coaching and if you are successful in securing the role you’ll get access to coaching and mentoring programme to help you thrive in the role.
If you meet the criteria for this role but are unsure if you are eligible for the programme, we encourage you to make an application.
Skillset and Experience:
- Strong mathematical modelling abilities.
- Good statistical knowledge.
- Advanced MS Excel skills.
Any required qualifications:
- A degree or relevant professional qualification. (or equivalent experience)
Outline of initial work/role to be undertaken during the 12 week placement:
- As a Modelling & Insights Specialist, you’ll play a key role in our data-driven approach to understanding and reducing customer demand and water loss. Working alongside our Senior Modelling & Insights Lead, you’ll manage and enhance models that assess customer water use and leakage. You’ll ensure data is accurate, insights are meaningful, and outputs drive real change across the business.
Key Responsibilities
- Manage and improve customer water use assessments for regulatory reporting and operational insight.
- Maintain and refine data models to assess water usage and leakage.
- Work with teams across the business to ensure accurate data and understanding.
- Present models and findings clearly to internal teams and external auditors.
- Automate data processes to improve efficiency and reliability.
- Support projects to enhance leakage detection and repair processes.
Location(s):
- Hybrid – Clearwater Court – RG1 8DB
Working hours and pattern (Site/Hybrid/Remote):
- 36 hours / Hybrid
If you wish to speak to one of our Returner Specialists about this role in more detail, please call us on 01329 623 246 (option 1)