Stakeholder Engagement Lead in Wokingham

About the Role

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 future.

Due to continuous growth, we are looking for a Stakeholder Engagement Lead to to join Strategic Energy Planning Team at NESO.

In Strategic Energy Planning team we take a long-term approach to planning, that identifies whole energy system needs and ensures that the system can be designed and built accordingly. The role will focus on supporting engagement for two important areas within Strategic Energy Planning - NESO’s Clean Power 2030 role and Zero Carbon Operations. You will support engagement with key internal and external stakeholders on the Clean Power 2030 Implementation Plan which sets out NESO’s activities related to delivery of CP30. You will also support engagement across the Zero Carbon Operation team, which has a critical role ensuring the electricity system stays operable as it decarbonises.

In this team, you will be able to see your work contribute to a fast-paced, dynamic project that has a high profile within NESO, the energy industry and beyond. It’s an exciting time to work in the energy sector and CP30 is not only a NESO priority but also one of the 5 Government missions.

This role can be based from Warwick, Wokingham or 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

• To raise the profile and promote the reputation of NESO with internal and external stakeholders, working closely with our partners.
• To develop and implement stakeholder engagement plans to ensure that key NESO and external stakeholders are fully informed and engaged in CP30 and ZCO workstreams.
• Work directly with the project and workstream leads to understand and advise them on their engagement requirements, priorities and develop appropriate stakeholder engagement activities.
• Design and deliver high quality and creative engagement material which may include briefings, video, content and presentation material.
• Develop and maintain an external stakeholder engagement framework aligning engagement across Strategic Energy Planning. This may include planning, organisation and delivery of events.
• Implement processes to record and measure stakeholder engagement, evidencing stakeholder feedback and influence.

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:

• Proven experience in stakeholder engagement, ideally dealing with authorities such local councils etc.
• Strong networking, influencing and communication skills in order to build strong relationships and partner with stakeholders in the project team.
• Strong competence in relationship management to overcome barriers.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills with the ability to present complex business and technical matters effectively at all levels.
• Energy sector experience in desirable.

What You'll Get

A competitive salary of £55,000 - £60,000 dependent on experience and capabilityAs 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 thing 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

We're committed to building a workforce that represents the communities we serve, and a working environment in which each individual feels valued, respected, fairly treated, and able to reach their full potential. If this role sparks your interest but you're not sure you tick every box, we still want to hear from you. 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.