Scottish Water - Board Member
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Position Overview & Specifications
Appointment of a Member of the Board of Scottish Water
Scottish Water is a public corporation established by the Water Industry (Scotland) Act 2002. It is accountable to the Scottish Government for the provision of all public water and sewerage services to more than 2.56 million households and around 153,000 businesses in Scotland. It is the fourth largest provider of water and sewerage services in the UK, with a workforce of more than 4000 and an annual turnover of roughly £1.4 billion. Its retail subsidiary Business Stream operates in the competitive retail market for non-household customers in Scotland and England.
For further information please visit www.scottishwater.co.uk/
Remuneration and time commitment
Remuneration is £21,840 per annum for a time commitment of up to 4 days per month. Reasonable expenses incurred will be reimbursed. Appointments are non-pensionable. Skills/Experience Required: Scottish Ministers welcome applications from people from a wide range of backgrounds who have the following skills/knowledge/experience:
- Experience of financial and risks/controls management, over time and within a regulated environment.
- Experience of contributing to the development and oversight of strategy
- Experience in driving and managing performance
- Experience of providing constructive and supportive challenge.
- Experience of providing effective corporate governance.
TO APPLY FOR THIS ROLE PLEASE FOLLOW THESE INSTRUCTIONS
- Download the applicants pack - Scottish Water - Member - Applicant Information Pack
- Click on the blue button at the top right hand of this advert that says ‘apply for this job online’.
- Complete the information required on the website, this includes: contact details, monitoring information and a declaration of interests.
- Download and complete this application form (word document) - Scottish Water - Member - Application Form
- Return the completed application form to: PA_Applications_Mailbox@gov.scot by 5pm on Monday 8 May 2023.
FURTHER INFORMATION
- FAQ’s about the application process is here: Public Appointments - Frequently Asked Questions.
- Guidance to support applicants is here: Public appointments - gov.scot (www.gov.scot)
Candidate Selection & Onboarding Process
Application & Resume Screening
Submit your tailored CV/Resume directly to the talent acquisition portal.
Technical & Competency Interviews
Virtual interviews with the hiring manager and multidisciplinary team.
Formal Offer & Benefits Negotiation
Written agreement outlining compensation, equity, retirement vesting, and relocation allowances.
Onboarding & Corporate Integration
Equipment provisioning, team orientation, and commencement of duties.
United Kingdom Right to Work & Skilled Worker Visa Guide
Employment in the United Kingdom requires legal Right to Work verified under the Home Office Points-Based Immigration System:
Sponsoring employers must hold an active Home Office A-rated Sponsor License and assign a valid Certificate of Sponsorship (CoS). Role must meet the general minimum salary threshold (£38,700) or occupation going rate.
Continuous employment under Skilled Worker status establishes eligibility for Indefinite Leave to Remain (ILR) after 5 continuous years, leading to British Citizenship.
Candidate Preparation Blueprint: National Services & Agencies
Based on transatlantic hiring benchmarks for Scottish Water - Board Member roles across Scottish Government's corporate sector, successful applicants typically excel across three core dimensions:
Demonstrated portfolio evidence, architecture/system design case studies, or validated professional certifications directly applicable to National Services & Agencies.
STAR method competency responses highlighting cross-functional leadership, conflict resolution, and delivering measurable enterprise ROI under tight timelines.
Total compensation expectation aligned within the benchmarked £21,840 - £21,840 bracket, including retirement vesting and health parity.
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