Legal Graduate

Salary: 33000 Permanent role

Start date:September 2027

Location:Lancaster House Head Office Huntingdon.Please note yourqualifying work experiencemaytake you to some locationsacross theregionsosomeflexibility 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 11billionwerebuilding for better for you for the communities we serve for our environment. As part of this we are looking forcandidatesto join Anglian Waters 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 experienceyoulldevelop 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 Wateryoullwork onreal challengesthat matter developingexpertiseacross your chosen profession while contributing to projects that support customerscommunitiesand the environment.

Youlllearn from experienced colleagues take on meaningfulresponsibilityand build the skillsknowledgeand 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

Werecommitted to helping you build a career not just gain a job. Through our two-year graduate programmeyoullexperience differentlegalspecialisms work onreal businesschallengesand learn from experienced colleagues across the organisation.Youllhave access to a wide range of development opportunities support towards professionalqualifications helping you grow yourexpertiseand achieve professional accreditation whereappropriate.

Your programme

As a Legal Graduateyoulljoin 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 programmeyoullwork alongside experienced solicitors and legal professionals building practical experience in areas such as property commercial contractslegal complianceenvironmental and regulatorylawand litigation.Youllcontribute toreal businessprojects provide legal support to colleagues across the organisationassistwith 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 requirementsyoullgain exposure to work that makes a meaningful difference to our customerscommunitiesand the environment.

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

Whatwerelooking for

Werelooking 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.Youllhave a strong academic background and will either hold a qualifying law degree or have completed a law conversion course together with the relevant professional qualificationsto begin a training contract/ qualifying work experience.

Werelooking forcandidateswho are interested in developingexpertisein commercial contractsregulationand environmental law.Youllbe 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 proactivecollaborativeand 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 salaryyoullreceive 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 maternitypaternityand 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