SSEN Distribution will play a central role in delivering net-zero for our customers across the North of Scotland and Central Southern England. We firmly believe that net-zero will create significant opportunities for our communities to grow, delivering value through a greener more resilient energy system that is fit for the future. Our recently formed strategy team is looking for a manager with a strong desire to make a difference, to help shape our ambitions and delivery in this space.
About the Role
Base Location: Flexible UK | We're proud to offer a Flexible First approach to work, and this role is no exception. We will, however need your base 'home' location to be one of our SSEN offices or depots around the UK.
Salary: £53,100 - £79,700 depending on skills and experience + performance related bonus + a range of benefits to support your finances, wellbeing and family.
Working Pattern: 12 Month Fixed Term Contract / Secondment | Full Time | Flexible First options available
We are looking for a regulatory, strategy, or policy professional to join our recently formed strategy team in SSEN Distribution. As a successful candidate, you will take the lead on the development of our strategy for delivering net-zero into 2035 and beyond, working closely with colleagues across SSEN Distribution and SSE Group, and with our stakeholders:
- Developing and influencing policy: developing SSEN Distribution's position to new policy areas, working closely with colleagues across regulation and corporate affairs, undertaking analysis (qualitative and quantitative) to support our position and communicating that position at industry working groups and in formal written responses to Ofgem and Government;
- Representing SSEN Distribution in external fora: including industry working groups and senior stakeholders;
- Providing regulatory and policy advice to the wider business in key areas: this may involve for example advising on specific regulatory submissions (for example uncertainty mechanisms or reporting requirements); and
- Ensuring compliance with regulatory obligations: overseeing internal processes and governance to maintain licence compliance. Interpreting new licence requirements and working with operational teams to put new internal policies in place to deliver against those new requirements.
This is a high visibility role in SSEN Distribution, and as successful candidate you will have the opportunity to build and maintain relationships across the business and the wider energy sector. You will be able to make a genuine impact by contribute to the delivery of net-zero commitments on the ground and influencing the wider policy and regulatory environment. Your ability to provide strategic and regulatory advice across the company and to those in the team will be key to your success.
What do I need?
A passion for net-zero is a must, and we would also love you to have:
- Strong policy and/ or regulatory skills, including the ability to develop robust evidence-based policies.
- Excellent problem-solving and critical thinking skills, including the ability to turn complex analysis into insights, and the ability to test and challenge analysis carried out by others.
- First class communication skills, both written and oral, with the ability to influence stakeholders, target communications to your audience, and tell a meaningful story.
- Previous experience of working in policy, regulation, or strategy either in government/ regulators, the energy sector, other utility sectors, or consultancy.
- The ability to build effective working relationships and proactively drive projects forward at pace and to demanding deadlines.
About our Business
SSEN Distribution powers 3.9 million homes and businesses in communities across central southern England and the north of Scotland. Our team of more than 4,200 highly skilled people keep customers connected to a safe and reliable supply of electricity whilst developing the flexible networks that are vital for the future. We power communities to thrive today and create a net-zero tomorrow. Why not join us and help power change, we're looking for great people who love working with others to achieve great results. You'll be empowered to make the right decisions for our customers and have the space to take accountability for the work you do. You'll be working as part of a bigger team, enabling net-zero, so team work will be essential. As a part of our business, you become part of something bigger - an established company with a reputation for looking after our people, offering secure and rewarding roles where safety is our number one priority.
What's in it for you?
We offer an excellent package with 34 days annual leave entitlement. Enhanced maternity/paternity leave, discounted healthcare, salary sacrifice car leasing and much more, view our full benefits package on our careers site.
As an equal opportunity employer we encourage diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We encourage applicants from all protected characteristics and commit to providing any reasonable adjustments you need during the application, assessment and upon joining SSE. Search for 'Inclusion & Diversity at SSE' to find out more.
What happens now?
All applications should be made online, and I'll be back in touch after the vacancy closing date to let you know the outcome.
If you would like to discuss any working flexibly requirements or adjustments you may require throughout the recruitment and selection process, please contact Stacey on 01738 342529.
Before commencing your role with SSE, you'll need to complete our pre-employment screening process. This will consist of a criminality and credit check.
