Legal Graduate

Start date:September 2027

Location:Lancaster House Head Office, Huntingdon.Please note yourqualifying work experiencemaytake you to some locationsacross theregion,sosomeflexibility is essential.Your base location will be Huntingdon, and we offer a flexible hybrid working approach, with the opportunity to work from home up to 1-2 days per week where business needs allow.

Help shape the future of water, theenvironmentand the communities we serve

With acurrent investmentplan worth over £11billion,we'rebuilding for better — for you, for the communities we serve, for our environment. As part of this we are looking forcandidatesto join Anglian Water's Graduate Programme and tackle some of the biggest environmental and infrastructure challenges facing the region. From climate resilience and major engineering projects to digital innovation and customer experience,you'lldevelop the skills, experience and support needed to become one of our future leaders or specialists.

Your career path

The water industry is changing rapidly, creating exciting opportunities for the next generation of talent. At Anglian Water,you'llwork onreal challengesthat matter, developingexpertiseacross your chosen profession while contributing to projects that support customers,communitiesand the environment.

You'lllearn from experienced colleagues, take on meaningfulresponsibilityand build the skills,knowledgeand confidence to shape your future career, while helping us shape the future of water.

To find out more from ourrecentgraduatespleasevisit ourAnglian Water careerspage:Graduates - Anglian Water Careers

Professional Development & Memberships

We'recommitted to helping you build a career, not just gain a job. Through our two-year graduate programme,you'llexperience differentlegalspecialisms, work onreal businesschallengesand learn from experienced colleagues across the organisation.You'llhave access to a wide range of development opportunities, support towards professionalqualifications ,helping you grow yourexpertiseand achieve professional accreditation whereappropriate.

Your programme

As a Legal Graduate,you'lljoin our wider Anglian Water graduate cohort while completing a two-year training contract within our in-house Legal team. This is a unique opportunity to gain broad, hands-on experience across a range of legalspecialismswhile developing a deep understanding of the water industry and the rolethelegal team playsin supportingtheAnglian Waterbusiness.

Throughout the programme,you'llwork alongside experienced solicitors and legal professionals, building practical experience in areas such as property, commercial contracts,legal compliance,environmental and regulatorylawand litigation.You'llcontribute toreal businessprojects, provide legal support to colleagues across the organisation,assistwith drafting and reviewing legal documents and help manage a varied and interesting workload. Whether supporting major infrastructure projects, advising on commercial agreements, or helping the business navigate regulatory requirements,you'llgain exposure to work that makes a meaningful difference to our customers,communitiesand the environment.

Alongside your day-to-day work,you'llreceive structured support and guidance from qualified solicitors as you work towards qualifying as a solicitor, developing the technical,commercialand professional skills needed for a successful legal career.

Whatwe'relooking for

We'relooking foranambitious and motivated individual whoispassionate about pursuing a legal career in-house andisexcited by the opportunity to work within a business that delivers essential services to millions of customers.You'llhave a strong academic background and will either hold a qualifying law degree or have completed a law conversion course, together with the relevant professional qualificationsrequiredto begin a training contract/ qualifying work experience.

We'relooking forcandidateswho are interested in developingexpertisein commercial contracts,regulationand environmental law.You'llbe a strong communicator with excellent attention to detail, able to build relationships with a range of stakeholders and thrive in a collaborative environment.We value individuals who are proactive,collaborativeand eager to learn, with a genuine interest in the water sector, sustainability and the role legal teams play in shaping the future of our industry. An interest in how technology and digital tools can enhance the delivery of legal services would also be an advantage.

Benefits

Alongside a competitive salary,you'llreceive a comprehensive health and wellbeing package, private healthcare, 26 days' annual leave plus bank holidays and a double-matched pension scheme with up to 21% total contribution. .We recognise some candidates may need torelocatefor the opportunity.Whereappropriate, Anglian Water may be able to offer support with relocation costs and provideadditionalfinancialassistanceto successful candidates. Any support offered will be subject to eligibility criteria and business approval.We also offer an excellent family leave package, including enhanced maternity,paternityand shared parental leave, helping you balance your career with the moments that matter most

Closing Date:27th September 2026

Meet the Team session: 21stOctober (AM) at Lancaster House

Assessment Centre (in Person):Friday 6thNovember in Huntingdon