Total 22 job vacancies by SSE

About the Role

Base Location: Reading

Salary: £46,626 - £54,154 and a range of other benefits to support your family, finances and wellbeing.

Working Pattern: Permanent | Full Time | Flexible First options available

We are looking for a Relationship Manager to join our team!

As a Relationship Manager you will have full responsibility for the delivery of exceptional customer service for a specified customer segment in the major connections business.

You will work closely with senior managers and your team to deliver the customer services strategy across the networks business. This includes delivering outstanding performance against customer satisfaction targets.

As a Relationship Manager you will have responsibility for the relationship between SSEN and the customer segment assigned which could include ICPs, IDNOs, local councils, industry bodies and connection customers or large-scale projects.

Roles & responsibilities will include, but are not limited to:

- Manage a portfolio of large-scale major connections customers.

- Liaise with stakeholders and customers, managing internal relationships within the organisation acting as the voice of the customer.

- Ensure that all risks/issues/concerns/successes arising with the portfolio are reported back to the business. You will be involved in the preparation of materials for Project Review Boards and Executive Steering Boards

- Actively promote responsibility for maintaining and establishing open, honest, and positive communication

- Managing relationships and communication with key industry bodies

What do I need?

To be considered for this role, we would love you to have:

- Experience of influencing and negotiating effectively at all levels.

- Experience in managing stakeholder and customers involved in large financial transactions.

- An understanding of the regulatory environment in which we operate.

- The ability to identify opportunities for revenue growth and service improvements.

- Excellent written and verbal communication skills with strong attention to detail and the ability to turn complex technical language into messaging appropriate for the audience.

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. Youll be working as part of a bigger team, enabling net zero, so teamwork 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 Kim on 01738 344051.

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.

Base Location: Reading

Salary: £63,000- £94,400 + car /car allowance + performance-related bonus + a range of benefits to support your finances, wellbeing and family.

Working Pattern: Permanent | Full Time | Flexible First options available

What is the Role?

We have an excellent opportunity for a commercially aware person to lead, manage and develop a Southern Regional System Planning and Investment team within our SSEN Distribution business. Your team will be at the front line of Connections & Diversion customer enquiries, and you'll provide technical expertise at meetings with large commercial and industrial clients and consultant to resolve complaints and drive improvements.

In this role you'll:-

• assess network performance, asset condition and network capacity and make recommendations for improvements to meet the net-zero challenge and future requirements of SSEN.
• represent SSE as a technical expert at UK-wide industry forums and working parties, and contribute to the development of new/revised Engineering recommendations and Engineering Technical Reports.
• allocate and manage technical assessments, network modelling, collection and interpretation of large volumes of complex network data, and present this in an easily digestible format for internal and external stakeholders and regulators, including OFGEM.
• take key accountability for managing and developing investment programmes to meet statutory requirements and ensure the network is fit for purpose.

What do I need?

You will have extensive experience in electrical engineering. Essential to this role will be your technical understanding of Distribution Networks and Standards, and the ability to carry out complex network modelling. You'll be able to demonstrate the following skills:

• Ability to produce, review and assess complex technical reports and interpret large volumes of complex data to display in a digestible format to stakeholders.
• Strong project management skills, able to take a project from concept through to delivery, allocating work throughout the team to meet the customers' requirements and budget.
• Leadership skills to engage, develop and manage the team in accordance with the SSE Leadership Blueprint and safety culture.
• Financial management and commercially astute.
• Ability to conduct a cost benefit analysis for the strategic investment case.

About the Department

Our System Planning Engineering Team is critical in building the energy network of the future. System Planning are responsible for developing the capability of our networks from low voltage to 132kV to meet our customer needs, net-zero decarbonisation and the connection of low carbon technologies utilising a mix of flexibility and traditional reinforcement. This is the start of one of the most exciting periods for the development of electricity networks because due to unprecedented growth in demand and change in utilisation by green energy providers.

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.

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.

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.

Base Location: Glasgow, Perth, Reading or Portsmouth

Salary: £46,626 - £54,154 + a range of benefits to support your finances, wellbeing and family.

Working Pattern: Permanent | Full Time | Flexible First options available

We have an exciting opportunity for a Connections Strategy Analyst to join our team!

Following the publication of the Connections Action Plan (CAP) by Ofgem in November 2023, we are entering a period of significant change in relation to the customer connections process across the industry. This change will focus on improving the customer experience, making the process more efficient and accelerating customer connections as we move towards net zero. Our involvement in various ENA and CUSC working groups associated to delivering on the CAP and wider Connections Reforms is vital for managing upcoming changes in network connections.

As a Connections Strategy Analyst you will play a key role in supporting the delivery of the CAP, managing specific workstreams set out in the CAP or the wider Connections Reform.

You will have experience in project management, stakeholder engagement, change management as well as having great organisational and time management skills.

Other roles & responsibilities will include, but are not limited to:

- Manage a specific portfolio of workstreams and develop, review, and maintain the commercial policy associated with all aspects of connections, whilst ensuring compliance with company policy, licence conditions and national and international standards across distribution.

- Assist in identifying, designing and implementing new processes required as part of the delivery of the Connections Action Plan or wider Connections Reform programme.

- Working closely with both internal and external parties to ensure changes in processes and systems are robust and communicated effectively.

- Attend and in some cases lead internal working groups and attend or provide input into external meetings with senior level people from both SSEN and across the industry.

- Stay up to date and informed regarding industry and policy changes that will impact the Connections space and ensure that processes, systems and policy are fit for purpose going forward.

You'll also have opportunities to attend industry events and forums with third parties such as Government, BEIS, Ofgem, NESO and other network companies to discuss policy and related issues.

To be considered for this role, we would love you to have:

- Industry experience and an appreciation of connections processes/knowledge of the Connections landscape, including the reform work as well as an understanding of engineering and commercial processes for assessing connections to networks.

- The ability to absorb large amounts of industry information and align to appropriate stakeholder reports/communication media.

- A track record of building effective relationships with key internal and external stakeholders.

- The ability to understand and work with Ofgem reporting frameworks, consultation groups and advisory panels.

- A high level of IT literacy and working knowledge of the main MS Office applications, along with an analytical approach that allows you to easily interrogate and analyse data to inform policy decisions and direction.

- You'll be an excellent communicator, with a natural ability to relay complex messages in an easy-to-understand manner.

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.

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.

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 Kim on 01738 344051.

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.

About the Role

Base Location: Reading or Glasgow Preferred

Salary: £55,200 - £83,000 + car / cash allowance + performance-related bonus + a range of other benefits to support your family, finances and wellbeing

Working Pattern: Permanent | Full Time | Flexible First options available

What is the Role?

The Major Projects team within Distributed Energy is responsible for the professional management and delivery of high value and complex projects.

Working for the Project Director - the Senior Project Development Manager will be an exciting role responsible for shaping propositions and to help secure contracts and partnerships with public and private sector organisations across the UK. The role will involve bringing together areas of different expertise across Distributed Energy and will heavily involve close working with internal stakeholders, experts and external partners to ensure the proposition is developed in line with our customers' needs and our strategy.

The role is client facing through the proposition/bid phase leading on the proposition development, that is suited to the clients' needs. You will manage multi vector, multi discipline teams across a matrix structure, along with supporting teams to ensure that propositions/bids are delivered on time and propositions that are developed are financially viable and signed off by the business. You will be responsible for achieving internal approvals in line with SSE and business governance processes.

The role requires a long term perspective to deliver a 5 year business plan and provide 20+ years of investment return to SSE.

Key Accountabilities

- Ability to develop commercial and contractual materials to support the negotiation and contracting phase of the development of smart energy opportunities and projects.

- Developing sophisticated perspectives on integrated energy systems taking into consideration policy & regulatory requirements, energy technology costs, value available from flexibility markets and inputting to the development of cash flow models to demonstrate value to the customer.

- Preparation of concise and clear integrated energy systems propositions that translate into a language that the customer understands whilst also reflecting the complexity of the energy markets being addressed.

- Ownership of key assumptions and inputs to complex analytical models. Ability to translate these for energy systems modellers.

- Monitoring the market to identify emerging technologies and solutions which SSE can exploit.

- Bring client drivers and market intelligence to all propositions/bids in this sector.

- Working closely with colleagues across business verticals (Distributed Generation and Storage, EV, Heat, Private Networks, Energy Solutions Group, and Digital Services), to build and develop propositions that meet clients' needs and maximise cross-business capabilities.

- Direct responsibility for ensuring propositions/bids successfully transition from initial bid to contract signature stage.

What do I need?

To be considered for this role, we would love you to have:

- A background in Distributed Energy systems with knowledge and experience in identifying, on-boarding and working with partners to scope, build and deliver complex projects.

- You will be a proven leader of project teams across a range of disciplines where you have brought together and managed large, complex propositions.

- You should have strong communication skills and the ability to communicate well across all levels of seniority.

- You will be entrepreneurial, driven and flexible. Inquisitive and able to challenge convention and challenge results.

- You will be educated with a relevant degree or with substantial real world experience.

About the Department

SSE Enterprise Utilities is the Distributed Energy business of SSE plc.

Distributed Energy offers a full range of services which contribute to the development of energy systems and smart places, in both public and private sectors. We design solutions, finance, own, operate and maintain a broad portfolio, from electrical vehicle infrastructure, to distributed energy solar and storage systems, heat networks as well as building, owning and adopting private HV and LV networks. We're also proud to be at the forefront of using technology to help enable a low-carbon world. This involves providing customers with energy optimisation solutions through intelligent systems and offering platforms and connectivity to enable smart energy infrastructure and demand management services.

What's in it for you?

An excellent package with 34 days holiday entitlement, enhanced maternity/paternity leave, discounted healthcare 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 actively encourage applicants from all protected characteristics and commit to providing any reasonable adjustments required during the application, assessment and upon joining SSE. Search for 'Inclusion & Diversity at SSE' to find out more.

Next Steps

All applications should be submitted online, and we'll be back in touch after the vacancy closing date to let you know the outcome.

To discuss any working differently requirements or adjustments you may require throughout the recruitment and selection process, please contact Zoe on 01738 344072.

Before commencing employment with SSE, you'll be required to fully complete our pre-employment screening process consisting of a basic criminal records and credit check.

About the Role

Base Location: Reading, Berkshire, Thatcham, Melksham, Slough, Hampshire, Cardiff, Swindon, London, Portsmouth, Oxford, or anywhere in the South England or South East Wales.

Salary: £46,626 - £54,154 max + car / cash allowance and a range of benefits to support your finances, wellbeing and family.

Working Pattern: Permanent | Full Time | Flexible First options available

We have an exciting opportunity for a Project Manager to join our team!

As a Project Manager you will support with the successful delivery of SSE's Out of Area Projects.

You will manage the external contractors and associated requirements for work on any connection to the Network. These connections include all voltages and the unmetered contractual connections.

We are looking for someone who is proactive and energetic, seeking to get things done, dealing with a variety of tasks.

Roles & responsibilities will include, but are not limited to:

- Incorporate a positive safety culture in everything you do. Making sure all Contractors and Direct Labour are set to work safely.

- Ensure all relevant safety reports are completed and collated on time and that the correct operational safety procedures are being adhered to by everyone.

- Make sure that all jobs are delivered to a high standard in line with SSEN specifications, on budget and within time frame.

- Understand and administer the accepted jobs, track expenditure, raise invoice requests and prompt payment of invoices to contracted parties.

- Project engagement with all levels of both internal and external stakeholders. Working collaboratively with the internal departments to see through projects from the initial enquiry stages to job completion.

What do I need?

To be considered for this role, we would love you to have:

- Experience of electrical project delivery.

- An HNC in Electrical & Electronic Engineering or relevant experience in a similar role.

- Operational knowledge of the distribution network up to and including 11kv.

- Health & safety experience and qualifications (e.g.SMSTS).

- An excellent communicator with great stakeholder management skills and an ability to work at all levels of the organisation.

Travel is required and as a result we can only accept applications from candidates that hold a current full UK driving licence.

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?

An excellent package with 34 days holiday 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 actively encourage applicants from all protected characteristics and commit to providing any reasonable adjustments required during the application, assessment and upon joining SSE. Search for 'Inclusion & Diversity at SSE' to find out more.

Next Steps

All applications should be submitted 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 differently requirements or adjustments you may require throughout the recruitment and selection process, please contact Kim Annink on 01738 344051.

Before commencing employment with SSE, you'll be required to fully complete our pre-employment screening process consisting of a basic criminal records and credit check.

Base Location: 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 within a commutable distance of either Oxford, Swindon, Reading, Basingstoke, Slough, Newbury or Portsmouth

Salary: £58,630 - £68,098 + car / car allowance + a range of benefits to support your finances, wellbeing and family.

Working Pattern: Permanent | Full Time | Flexible First options available

To help deliver our RIIO ED2 business plan of £4BN and netzero we are expanding our Large Capital Delivery teams across our Distribution licence areas with additional Project Managers. You will work within project teams to deliver electrical infrastructure projects that meet our customer's requirements, in a safe and timely manner at the agreed cost.

Key Responsibilities:

- Managing a range of projects in accordance with our investment management process.

- Responsible for all aspects of the project including safety, quality, cost and programme.

- Ensuring project documentation and contracts along with supporting information are compliant, maintained and complete through each phase of the project life cycle in line with SSEN processes.

- Providing support to both our customer and delivery partners through excellent stakeholder engagement to ensure the projects proceed safely, efficiently and to plan.

You'll be part of a project management team working closely with design engineers, field staff, contractors, customers, and key stakeholders.

To be considered for this role, we would love you to have:

- Previous experience of managing construction projects involving underground cables, overhead lines and substation works up to 132kV is preferred but other relevant sectors/utilities will be considered.

- An Engineering qualification is preferred and a recognised qualification in construction safety and project management would be advantageous.

- Experience in contract management and ideally have experience of NEC construction contracts.

- You will be experienced in the Construction Design and Management Regulations 2015 and understand the duties of Client, Principal Designer and Principal Contractor.

- Excellent written and verbal communication skills are vital and you will need to be comfortable engaging with stakeholders at all levels, both internal and external. You will also need to possess good problem-solving skills and can thrive under pressure.

Regular travel is required and as a result we can only accept applications from candidates that hold a current driving licence.

SSEN Distribution powers 3.8 million homes and businesses in communities across central southern England and the north of Scotland. Our team of more than 3,500 people keep customers connected to a safe and reliable supply of electricity whilst developing the flexible networks that are vital to achieving net-zero. By enabling a smarter, more resilient electricity network we're ensuring our local communities continue to receive the power they need, both now and in the future. We are consistently investing and innovating to improve network resilience and future-proof power supplies for life's changing demands, from rolling out large scale EV charging schemes to supporting small community generation projects.

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.

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 Jim on 01738 341514.

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.

About the Role

Base Location: Slough

Salary: £41,583 - £48,296 + car / cash allowance + "London weighting allowance" + a range of benefits to support your finances, wellbeing and family.

Working Pattern: Permanent | Full Time | Flexible First options available - hybrid working

We are looking for a General Enquiries Planner to join our team!

As a General Enquiries Planner, you will be responsible for the planning of general enquiries work within the region.

You will ensure all enquiries are resolved within the required time frame to meet customer demand.

Our aim is to create a more efficient and sustained workforce that is resourced effectively, with our customers at the forefront of our mindset.

Other roles & responsibilities will include, but are not limited to:

- Creation of job packs, tailored specifically to the proposed task on site.

- Undertaking site visits for height assessments, customer meetings, cable traces and other requirements. This could involve giving technical guidance for customers proposing building in the proximity of the Network.

- Planning of low voltage and high voltage shutdowns, by liaising with customers to ensure the duration is correct, checking the Network to notify affected customers.

- Providing accurate quotes for chargeable jobs and re-quote if required.

- Responsible for having an overview of the upcoming planned work to drive efficiency by reducing mileage and keeping job timings as accurate as possible.

What do I need?

To be considered for this role, we would love you to have:

- Knowledge and understanding of the UK regulated environment, particularly licence obligations and price control targets for electricity distribution.

- Sound business and technical knowledge of electricity distribution or similar market sector with an appreciation of unit cost / financial awareness.

- Relevant operational / technical experience & knowledge with comprehensive knowledge of NRSWA, SROH and RIGS.

- IT skills to effectively analyse performance data to influence decisions.

- Ability and knowledge to engage at all levels and instil a high performing culture.

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 teamwork 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 Kim on 01738 344051.

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.

SSE has big ambitions to be a leading energy company in a low carbon world. Following our commitment to invest £20.5 billion in low carbon projects to 2027, we have significant growth plans and are well on our way to achieving our ambition to build a world that's more sustainable and inclusive for you, your family, the community you live in and for generations to come.

Join us on our journey to net zero and help us power change.

Base Location: Glasgow, Perth, Reading and Havant

Salary: £63,000 - £94,400 + car allowance + performance-related bonus and a range of benefits to support your finances, wellbeing and family.

Working Pattern: Permanent | Full Time | Flexible First options available

Group Technology Services has a need for a Business Partner and Engagement Role to sit within the IT Platform Change and Transformation team to undertake the following:

- Proactively work with Business Relationship Manager within the GTS Service team to ensure clear and concise messages are delivered to the Business in respect of GTS priorities and any changes that are planned.

- Be accountable for the management of the GTS Front Door and Integrated Planning Process.

- Own and manage the GTS Portfolio Prioritisation Board to ensure correct prioritisation and phasing of work in line with SSE and Group IT Strategic priorities. This requires management of senior stakeholders that support the governance board.

- Formalise and manage all dependencies across the GTS Portfolio, specifically ensuring the management and progress of Business Unit dependencies.

- Lead a Business change and engagement Scrum of Scrums to derive and proactively manage a forward schedule of delivery in conjunction with the Portfolio and Change Delivery managers.

To be considered for this role, we would love you to have:

- Sound understanding of IT Project development process and able to facilitate and gain agreement to improvements where required.

- Able to visualise and articulate proposed solutions to business problems provided by design team to business areas.

- Have experience of successfully leading IT portfolios in a large organisation. 

- Experience of all stages of the IT development lifecycle.

- Demonstrates a comprehensive breadth and depth of knowledge and experience of working in a complex project environment. 

SSE IT underpins the technology needs of all the different businesses that make up the SSE group. From emerging technologies to data and analytics to cyber security - we power SSE's growth and enable it to generate value, while keeping it secure. As a trusted business partner that helps SSE lead in a low carbon world, we are proud of our service. Working for SSE IT is all about equipping SSE for now and the future.

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.

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 David on 01738 275846.

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.

About the Role

Base Location: Reading

Salary: £33,063 - £38,404 + a range of benefits to support your finances, wellbeing and family.

Working Pattern: Permanent | Full Time | Flexible First options available

We have an exciting opportunity for a Business Relationship Co-ordinator to join our team!

The Business Relationship Coordinator plays a crucial role in supporting our Business Relationship Managers (BRMs) and Engagement Manager.

You will manage a shared inbox, provide administrative support, and assist with event planning, such as webinars and in-person events. You'll work in a collaborative environment, helping to power our communities towards a net-zero future.

Your key responsibilities will include:

- Promoting safety, health, and environment as part of the wider team.

- Monitoring and managing the shared BRM inbox, ensuring timely and accurate responses.

- Supporting customer schemes reactively and maintaining organised records of communications.

- Assisting in planning and executing events, including logistical support and material development.

- Serving as a point of contact for internal and external stakeholders and offering general administrative support.

What do I need?

To be considered for this role, we would love you to have:

- Relevant experience in a similar administrative / coordination support role.

- Excellent organisational skills, with the ability to prioritise tasks effectively and identify opportunities for service improvements.

- Strong communication skills to liaise with stakeholders and represent their needs.

- Experience working within a customer driven environment with excellent customer service skills.

- Comfortable working in a fast-paced environment and able to adapt to business change.

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 Kim on 01738 344051.

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.

Base Location: Reading

Salary: £47,600 - £71,600 + performance-related bonus + a range of benefits to support your finances, wellbeing and family.

Working Pattern: 15 month Fixed Term Contract | Full Time | Flexible First options available

The SSEN-Distribution business is undergoing a significant period of change, including a large-scale transformation programme known as The Bridge Programme. The Bridge Programme aims to 'rewire' the entire end-to-end business to transform Distribution into a customer-centric, digitally-enabled, industry leader.

As Business Readiness Lead, you'll ensure business change activities and deliverables are delivered on time, to quality and within budget. You'll apply change methodology, support in determining benefits, assess progress, and ensure quality assurance across one or more projects.

Key Responsibilities

- Apply the required change methodology and ensure effective delivery of programs and projects.

- Ensure appropriate governance frameworks and quality assurance on all business change deliverables.

- Oversee the development of the business readiness assessment and collect, analyse and report business readiness results to leadership.

- Coordinate with Change Lead to monitor areas of low readiness and adapt change initiatives accordingly.

- Build and maintain strong stakeholder relationships to ensure effective delivery of change and benefits realisation.

To be considered for this role, we would love you to have:

- Significant experience in Business Change discipline with relevant qualifications or industry training preferred.

- Proficiency in Project Management methodologies (Agile/Waterfall/APMG) and experience working on cross-functional projects.

- Excellent organisational skills to support business readiness activities.

- Ability to identify and address barriers to readiness effectively.

- Strong communication and stakeholder management skills, capable of interacting with all levels of the organisation.

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.

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.

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.

About the Role

Base Location: Reading/Portsmouth preferred - you will be home based with travel to local sites

Salary: £55,200 - £83,000 + a range of benefits to support your finances, wellbeing and family.

Working Pattern: Permanent | Full Time | Flexible First options available

We have an exciting opportunity for a Senior Business Change Manager. You will be responsible for steering transformative initiatives and ensuring projects align with organisational goals and standards. This role is pivotal for driving change and operational improvements.

Your key responsibilities will include:

• Managing multiple project lifecycles from initiation to completion in complex change or transformation environments.
• Deliver a program-specific budget and benefits profile of at least £4m while effectively managing stakeholder relationships.
• Develop and implement robust change management methodologies and principles to support business transformation.
• Navigate and assess risks in sensitive environments, ensuring compliance with regulatory and best practice standards.
• Enhance communication and engagement efforts with excellent written and verbal skills.

What do I need?

To excel in this role, you will need the following:

• Significant experience in Business Change or Transformation and best practices within large, complex programs, with a preference for LEAN Six Sigma.
• Previous people management and experience with change impacts.
• Proven experience managing program-specific budgets of at least £4m.
• Exceptional communication skills, able to influence and negotiate effectively at all levels.
• Skilled in identifying change impacts in sensitive environments brought about by transformation initiatives.
• Insight into business IT requirements and their impacts on staff, especially field-based personnel.

You should have an awareness of the inter-relationship between Distribution, Transmission, and a broad knowledge of other SSE businesses.

While not a requirement for the role, a professional qualification or accreditation in change, transformation, or program delivery would be advantageous.

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.

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.

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.

SSE has big ambitions to be a leading energy company in a low carbon world. Following our commitment to invest £20.5 billion in low carbon projects to 2027, we have significant growth plans and are well on our way to achieving our ambition to build a world that's more sustainable and inclusive for you, your family, the community you live in and for generations to come.

The GTS Portfolio Manager role sits within our Group Technology Services team which supports all the core functionality and services across SSE, as well as leading the way with our digital transformation with the latest infrastructure technologies and cloud capabilities to serve our customers.

Join us on our journey to net zero and help us power change.

Base Location: Flexible, however our preference is that you will be based in one of our key UK sites, which includes but is not limited to:- Glasgow, Perth, Aberdeen, Inverness, Reading and Havant.

Salary: £63,000 - £94,400 + car / car allowance + performance-related bonus + a range of benefits to support your finances, wellbeing and family.

Working Pattern: Permanent | Full Time | Flexible First options available

The IT Platform Change and Transformation function is accountable for delivering all objective key results (OKRs) that are funded and committed within the GTS IT Portfolio, circa £30M per annum. The GTS Portfolio Manager will work closely with the GTS Change Delivery Manager, Head of IT Platform Change and Transformation and Senior Leadership roles to ensure that all change is delivered safely and within agreed guardrails. The portfolio comprises both agile and waterfall type deliveries.

The primary purpose of the Portfolio Manager is the end-to-end management of a large, complex technology portfolio which includes setting governance, standards and controls as well as providing portfolio support into several large value streams. The role is also required to maintain a central portfolio view that enables transparent reporting on performance to a formal governance board monthly, with key stakeholders being the Senior ITLT. The Portfolio Manager will ensure that all stakeholders related to GTS change delivery are aware of their roles and responsibilities and will hold key roles accountable for meeting delivery targets. Where deviations in guardrails are evident, the Portfolio Manager will work proactively with key stakeholders to put rapid recovery plans in place.

Key responsibilities will include leading a team to do the following:

- Portfolio Governance, Standards and Controls - Setting and documenting end to end governance standards and controls. Ensure governance R&Rs are well understood across the GTS function through regular training and communications. Work with external stakeholders such as Architecture, Security and Service Transition to encompass broader standards and governance to form an end-to-end delivery framework.

- Portfolio Assurance - Put the right checks and balances in place to ensure governance and standards are being followed. Ensuring that any deviations are detected quickly and recovery plans are put in place as soon as possible.

- Portfolio Support - To help size and flexibly scale a portfolio support team to support multiple large value streams. Oversee other tasks needed to support the portfolio such as assisting in recruitment and onboarding of resources.

- Portfolio Performance Reporting - Maintain working level portfolio and report weekly to Head of IT Platform Change and Transformation in conjunction with the Change Delivery Manager and ensure weekly Value Stream and Workstream reporting is completed by Delivery Leads.

- Portfolio Shaping and Planning - Co-ordinate integrated planning with Platform Owners and Senior Delivery Leads. Work with key senior stakeholders to consolidate planning inputs into investment proposals to shape the quarterly asks against portfolio for finance and resources.

What do I need?

- Extensive experience in a leadership role driving cadence on a large complex technical portfolio with ability to create a high performing digital portfolio team that can support a large technical portfolio.

- PPM or equivalent Agile qualifications such as Lean Portfolio to support a hybrid delivery framework.

- Extensive experience in production of high-quality governance/standards and managing senior stakeholders and governance boards.

- Experience in leading portfolio change through introducing PPM tools and processes.

- Strong stakeholder management and excellent communication skills is key for this role along with the ability to engage with stakeholders across all levels.

SSE IT underpins the technology needs of all the different businesses that make up the SSE group. From emerging technologies to data and analytics to cyber security - we power SSE's growth and enable it to generate value, while keeping it secure. As a trusted business partner that helps SSE lead in a low carbon world, we are proud of our service. Working for SSE IT is all about equipping SSE for now and the future.

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.

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 David on 01738 275846.

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.

About our Business

SSE has big ambitions to be a leading energy company in a low carbon world. Following our commitment to invest £20.5 billion in low carbon projects to 2027, we have significant growth plans and are well on our way to achieving our ambition to build a world that's more sustainable and inclusive for you, your family, the community you live in and for generations to come. We are proud to be playing a critical role in the net zero transition, as we aim to more than treble the net capacity in operation to 13GW and grow renewable energy output five-fold to over 50TWh over the next 10 years.

Join us on our journey to net zero and help us power change.

About the Role

Base Location: Flexible UK & Ireland | 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 SSE offices or depots around the UK and Ireland which include but are not limited to: Glasgow, Perth, Aberdeen, Reading, Havant, London, Dublin and Belfast.

Salary: £Competitive depending on experience + car / allowance + performance-related bonus + a range of other benefits to support your family, finances and wellbeing.

Working Pattern: Permanent | Full Time | Flexible First options available

What is the Role?

As a Senior Project Engineer at SSE Renewables, you will lead and support engineering teams to design and deliver Battery Energy Storage Systems and Solar PV projects.

Responsibilities include:

- Creating initial designs including site layouts and single line diagrams.

- Supporting planning applications from a technical perspective.

- Collaborating with partners on solutions.

- Performing technical due diligence and ensuring technical quality from detailed design through construction and commissioning.

- Supporting tendering process by creating and reviewing scope of work and technical specifications, managing technical queries and evaluating bids.

- Influencing key stakeholders within and beyond our company to advance projects through our Assurance Process with strong technical leadership.

With over 700MW in delivery and a growing pipeline in the GWs, you will be working on some of the largest BESS and Solar projects in the UK & Ireland. Take a look at one of our recent developments to enter delivery: Construction to start on SSE Renewables 320MW BESS project in Yorkshire | SSE Renewables

This role offers professional growth, supports personal development, and relies on your knowledge of the energy market, transmission, and distribution networks, as well as engineering skills to boost our success and business expansion.

What do I need?

To be considered for this role, we would love you to have:

- Expertise in power generation project design, development and delivery, experience with LV and HV power networks is preferred.

- Proven skills in collaborating with multi-disciplinary teams to ensure technical quality in large project development and delivery.

- Experience managing and working with consultants, as well as EPC contractors as well as a collaborative approach for working with colleagues and customers.

- Comprehensive knowledge of the energy sector, including key engineering norms, market dynamics, and regulatory frameworks.

- Dedication to delivering engineering excellence in world-class projects with a commitment to continual improvement.

- Preferably experienced in solar PV design and delivery including simulation using PVsyst and have Chartered Engineer status or willingness to obtain it within role.

What's in it for you?

An excellent package with 34 days holiday entitlement, enhanced maternity/paternity leave, discounted healthcare 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 actively encourage applicants from all protected characteristics and commit to providing any reasonable adjustments required 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 Andy on 01738 275847.

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.

About the Role

Base Location: Cardiff, Reading and Perth

Salary: £44,195 - £50,611 + a range of other benefits to support your family, finances and wellbeing.

Working Pattern: 12 Month Fixed Term Contract | Full Time | Flexible First options available

What is the Role?

As a Business Analyst within SSE Business Energy, you'll play a pivotal role in shaping business strategies and processes. You will collaborate with business and IT teams to address and clarify requirements, ensuring that energy solutions are both innovative and viable. Through your analysis, you will help steer projects towards enhancing the operational effectiveness and leading the business closer to achieving its net-zero ambitions. As part of your role you will:

- Work with business and IT teams to clearly define and document requirements, ensuring successful implementation and validation through rigorous testing.

- Marshal requirements and facilitate the identification and design of business processes to accommodate innovative solutions.

- Plan, prioritise, and execute analysis tasks effectively across multiple concurrent projects, consistently meeting cost and schedule targets.

- Conduct qualitative analysis to thoroughly assess business impact, enabling you to present findings to stakeholders at all levels.

- Perform comprehensive scoping during initial and precursor project stages to pinpoint critical issues and define a clear project trajectory.

What do I need?

To be considered for this role, we would love you to have:

- Extensive experience in a Business Analyst role supporting business critical projects.

- Extensive experience of defining high level and detailed requirements and user stories in a regulated environment with strong advisory skills in recommending efficiency improvements and aligning efforts with business growth.

- Qualified to a Certified Business Analyst standard is desirable (BCS, APMG, IIBA, or equivalent).

- Experience working in both Waterfall and Agile environments and working at all stages of the project lifecycle.

- Understanding and appreciation of working in a heavily regulated environment. Experience of the gas and electricity market, industry, and operations, or similarly regulated industry sector is desirable.

About our Business

The race to net zero is intensifying for businesses of all sizes. Sustainable decisions made today can meet customers' changing needs for tomorrow and bring long-term success for businesses. Part of SSE plc, the UK and Ireland's largest renewable electricity generator, SSE Energy Solutions is different as all its renewable electricity is sourced from SSE's own UK wind and hydro assets.

In addition to providing gas and electricity to businesses across the UK, SSE Energy Solutions invests in, builds and connects localised flexible infrastructure to drive the long-term performance of energy assets. SSE Energy Solutions works with its customers to deliver financially robust plans to bring flexibility and diversity to their energy infrastructure - the low-carbon solutions they need to succeed in the race to net zero.

What's in it for you?

An excellent package with 34 days holiday entitlement (including public holidays), 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 actively encourage applicants from all protected characteristics and commit to providing any reasonable adjustments required during the application, assessment and upon joining SSE. Search for 'Inclusion & Diversity at SSE' to find out more.

Next Steps

All applications should be submitted 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 differently requirements or adjustments you may require throughout the recruitment and selection process, please contact Lynsey on 01738 340426.

Before commencing employment with SSE, you'll be required to fully complete our pre-employment screening process consisting of a basic criminal records and credit check.

About the Role

Base Location: London, Reading or Glasgow

Salary: Competitive + performance-related bonus + a range of other benefits to support your family, finances and wellbeing.

Working Pattern: Permanent | Full Time | Flexible First options available

SSE Distributed Energy are on an exciting growth trajectory. The Digital Services team are expanding and are looking to fill a new and exciting role, OT Project Manager, within the team. You will be responsible for the end-to-end delivery of the Digital Service Operational Technology projects.

Projects will encompass incremental enhancements on existing products to development and implementation of new technology solutions.

Key Responsibilities

- Managing product development projects from initial inception to operational deployment in line with business strategy and requirements.

- Ensuring that projects are managed within scope and budget against realistic time targets that are defined and agreed.

- Managing team members as assigned in a matrix capacity in a participative management style to optimise performance.

- Driving the creation of project deliverables from the functional teams and directing these to effective project milestones.

- Analysing and identifying project risks and developing mitigation strategies to eliminate or minimise risks of not meeting objectives.

What do I need?

To be considered for this role, we would love you to have:

- A degree level qualification in Engineering or Computer Science, or equivalent relevant experience.

- Skill in project management and change management approaches like Agile delivery, Prince2, APM or PMP.

- The ability to analyse complex information, quickly understand where value can be created, and present clear and concise information.

- Demonstrable working knowledge of the Energy industry and distributed assets, markets, codes, technologies and regulations.

- Good knowledge of National Grid systems, digital interfaces such as the Data Portal and Data Concentrator or similar interfaces with critical systems.

About our Business

SSE Enterprise Utilities is the Distributed Energy (DE) and Private Networks business of SSE plc. We finance, own, operate and maintain energy infrastructure for commercial, industrial and residential customers - providing them with a market leading project development service and certainty of operational performance and asset management. In order to accelerate progress towards net zero SSE Group is investing £7m a day on low carbon infrastructure, creating 1,000 green jobs a year in the process, as part of its £25bn NZAP (Net Zero Acceleration Programme).

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 Tristan on 01738 344073.

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.