About Waterwise
What is Waterwise?
Waterwise is a not-for-profit organisation and the UK's leading independent voice on water efficiency. From /about-us: "As the UK's leading independent voice on water efficiency, we work to protect this vital resource for the benefit of both people and the planet."
"Our vision: That water is used wisely every day, everywhere, by everyone. Our mission: To lead and inspire change so that water is never wasted." The organisation campaigns, runs research, develops policy, and partners with the water sector to drive behaviour change in homes, businesses and government.
Waterwise published the UK Water Efficiency Strategy to 2030 in 2022 — "this strategy charts a clear, cross-sector path to greater water efficiency – crucial for securing water for people, the economy, and the environment. Drawing on extensive consultation, it outlines ambitious targets to 2030."
Where will I work?
Waterwise's registered office is 344-354 Gray's Inn Road, London, WC1X 8BP. The organisation operates fully remote UK-wide, with travel covered for in-person meetings. The team site states "we don't currently have any open positions, but if you are interested in joining the team, please sign up to our newsletter, where we advertise all positions."
What is the Waterwise team like?
The /about-us page describes a "people-led organisation". The team is 13 people: Nicci Russell (Chief Executive Officer), Jo Osborn (Head of Policy and Research), Stephanie Fox (Head of Membership, Marketing and Engagement), Claire Spendley (Head of Finance and Commercial Services), Stella Lindsey (Operations Manager), Tamara Walters (Policy Manager), Rachel Dyson (Project Manager), Laura Berks (Projects and Training Manager), Carla Faulkner (Membership and Marketing Manager), Chloe McFarland (Campaigns Manager), Humayun Islam BEM (Partnerships & Income Manager), Lauren Salter (Projects Assistant, on maternity leave) and Rob Bealey (Team Assistant).
The seven-member board is chaired by Diane McCrea MBE and includes non-executive directors with deep water-sector experience: Steve Arthur (Skewb), Joe Cahill (Artesia Consulting), Lydia Dareheath (Anglian Water — Public Affairs Manager), Jane Ferguson (branding/strategy), Mumin Islam (South Staffs Water — PR24), and Tanya Sephton (20+ years water sector).
Four named values guide the work: People ("We prioritise staff wellbeing and are an inclusive, kind and positive team"); Purpose ("We deliver independent and ambitious leadership"); Pioneer ("brave and innovative in challenging the status quo"); Passion ("We campaign to protect water and the planet and work to keep our own environmental impact as low as possible").
Work-Life Balance
Waterwise is a permanent 4-day-week organisation. Verbatim from /about-us under "Our ethos": "People are at the heart of everything we do. As a people-led organisation, we prioritise the wellbeing and happiness of our team, knowing that a positive workplace leads to greater impact. We are proud to be a Four Day Week organisation, embracing a balanced approach to work that supports productivity and personal wellbeing."
"We are also committed to fostering an inclusive and diverse environment and society. We actively work to ensure that our team and the work we do reflects the diversity of the UK. We are proud members of Race Equality Matters."
Perks and Benefits
- 4-day work week organisation — "embracing a balanced approach to work that supports productivity and personal wellbeing" (verbatim /about-us)
- Fully remote UK-wide — travel expenses covered for in-person meetings
- People-led ethos with wellbeing and happiness explicitly prioritised
- Inclusive workplace — proud Race Equality Matters member; published EDI Statement, Modern Slavery Policy, Digital Water Footprint Statement
- Mission-driven role — campaigning + policy on water scarcity, sustainability, climate justice