Senior Policy Advisor in Glasgow

Industry codes are the contracts that underpin the operational and commercial relationships in the energy industry. The Commercial Codes team ensures that the Electricity Network Codes reflect both stakeholder needs and government policy aims. As a team, we develop and deliver modifications to industry codes, with these roles having a focus on reforms to electricity network charging policy connections respectively. These modifications will be the key vehicles for delivering policy changes associated with HMG ambitions in areas such as Reformed National Pricing (specifically reforms to network charging as one of the key siting and investment levers), and ongoing connections reform.

Senior Policy Advisors & Code Change Leads in the Commercial Code team will be on the frontline delivering those reforms, with responsibility for working with Ofgem and DESNZ to develop new network charging and connections policy. The successful candidate will develop a deep understanding of the reform options, with the work spanning initial policy development, options assessment and delivery through code modifications.

The role will also involve:

• Representing NESO at industry workgroups;
• Working collaboratively with internal and external stakeholders;
• Supporting Ofgem with drafting a revised network charging methodology.

We are looking for people with regulation, policy, and code change experience to join a team that will deliver exciting new changes to industry codes in GB enabling the transition to net zero. This role can be based from Wokingham, Warwick, Glasgow, and we continue to offer hybrid working from office and home. We are open to full time and part time applicants, as well as flexible working arrangements.

Key Accountabilities

• Work across the energy industry to identify and analyse issues within the current industry codes and wider market frameworks, with the ability to present key findings and recommendations.
• Lead the delivery of key pieces of analysis that support the development of network charging policy options, ensuring high quality, timely, and robust analysis of core issues and policy options to support effective decision making and regulatory/policy changes.
• Represent NESO and the interests of energy consumers by managing, developing and implementing industry code changes.
• Identify and manage technical and commercial risk, while inputting and engaging on complex modifications to CUSC charging methodologies, and BSC Modifications.
• Collaborate closely with colleagues, customers, stakeholders (including Ofgem and DESNZ) and consumers to ensure that commercial, technical and regulatory arrangements deliver optimal benefit to consumers.
• Negotiate with, manage, and influence key stakeholders who all have competing priorities or end goals, respecting their confidentiality.
• Understand the evolving requirements of stakeholders as the energy system changes at pace.
• Work to align industry frameworks with our commercial and regulatory strategies in order to provide value to consumers, customers, industry stakeholders and NESO.
• Ensure decision makers consider relevant legislation and regulation and escalate critical issues as needed to ensure delivery for consumers.
• Create and manage change plans that impact both internal and external business processes.

Applicants must have the right to work in the UK by the start of employment. Visa sponsorship may not be available for this role and will be considered in line with business requirements.

About You

We’re forging the path, and we know we can’t do it alone. That’s why we need visionary minds like yours to join us on this transformative journey. In this case, we’re looking for someone who:

• Essential
• Experience working in the energy industry and in the regulatory arena;
• Experience working with energy codes, in particular the CUSC and BSC;
• Experience in regulatory policy development and awareness of future developments;
• Proven experience in Stakeholder Management;
• Ability to work with stakeholders to enact strategic change;
• Strong communicator with excellent writing skills.
• Desirable
• Experience working on network charging reforms and/or connections;
• Technical understanding of network charging methodologies;
• Analytical Experience;
• Experience of facilitating workshops.

As part of your application please provide a CV and a 1250 word 'personal statement' in a covering letter. The personal statement should clearly articulate/evidence how you meet each of the essential and desirable skills and capabilities listed in the role profile.

What You'll Get

A competitive salary of £64,000 - £72,000pa dependent on experience and capability. As well as your base salary, NESO's core benefits are the essential perks and advantages that form part of your employee package:

• You will receive a bonus based on company performance;
• 26 days annual leave as standard;
• A competitive contributory pension scheme where we will double match your contribution to a maximum company contribution of 12%;
• Annual Enrollment to NESO Savings Plan, when you save between £20- £500 a month from your take-home pay, we will pay a 50% matching contribution.

NESO's flexible benefits programme provides you with more flexibility around your health, lifestyle and protection benefits, here's just a few available:

• Flexible Bank Holidays & Holiday Trading;
• Additional Birthday Day Off;
• Cycle to Work Scheme, Retail & Gym Discounts;
• Private Medical Insurance, Critical Illness Insurance & Personal Accident Insurance.

About Us

At the National Energy System Operator (NESO), we play a vital role in tackling climate change and securing Great Britain's energy future. We already operate the world's fastest decarbonising electricity system and are working towards our ambition to run it carbon-free for a short period this year - provided the market supplies electricity exclusively from renewable sources. Alongside this, we provide expert advice to government on how to deliver a clean power system by 2030.

In autumn 2024, the Electricity System Operator (ESO) transitioned to become NESO - an independent, expert public corporation with a whole-system view across electricity, gas, and hydrogen. NESO operates independently and transparently, always acting in the best interests of all energy users. Licensed and regulated by Ofgem, we make impartial decisions that balance sustainability, affordability and security. Our organisation is fully independent from government, the regulator and all commercial interests, with a clear focus on system-wide benefit, long term thinking and public value.

The time to deliver is now. Join the energy transformation and help shape the future. Your energy. Our future. Together.

National Energy System Operator (NESO) recognises the potential of bright and talented individuals, and we encourage you to join us as Great Britain’s energy system undergoes an ambitious, exciting, and vital transformation. Together with industry, we are creating a cleaner, more sustainable energy future.

More Information

This role closes at 23:59, on the day before date shown above, however we encourage candidates to submit their application as early as possible and not wait until the published closing date as this can vary. Research shows that some people may hesitate to apply unless they meet every single requirement. At NESO, we believe potential comes in many forms and we're committed to a fair, inclusive recruitment process where everyone has the opportunity to show their talents. We celebrate the difference people can bring into our organisation, and welcome and encourage applicants with diverse experiences and backgrounds.