Principal Consultant – Policy, Regulation and Markets (Energy)

b Overview /b p In this role you will lead the delivery and growth of WSP’s UK and global energy advisory portfolio focused on policy, regulation and markets. You will direct high-profile engagements, build strategic client relationships, and mentor teams to drive revenue growth and market expansion. You’ll act as a subject-matter expert in energy market regulation and design, shaping solutions across the electricity sector and beyond. This is a chance to influence regulatory reform and contribute to the decarbonisation agenda on an international scale. /p b Pay / Benefits /b ul li Work-life balance /li li Hybrid working /li li Inclusive culture /li li Thrive wellbeing programme /li li Gymflex scheme /li li Flexible working arrangements /li /ul b Responsibilities /b ul li Lead delivery of complex energy sector projects with strong technical quality and client satisfaction /li li Act as Project Director or Senior Project Manager on major assignments including governance, finance, risk and delivery excellence /li li Coordinate multidisciplinary teams across geographies to deliver integrated client solutions /li li Own major proposals, frameworks, and strategic pursuits to drive revenue growth /li li Provide QA and ensure outputs align with WSP standards and client expectations /li li Act as SME in energy market regulation and design to guide projects and programmes /li li Develop innovative analytical approaches and models to address client challenges in evolving energy markets /li li Produce and review complex reports, business cases, regulatory submissions and advisory documents /li li Mentor and coach consultants and senior staff to build capability and knowledge sharing /li li Drive technical excellence, regulatory insight and market knowledge within Energy Advisory /li li Build and expand senior-level relationships with regulators, utilities, policymakers, investors and stakeholders /li li Identify and shape business opportunities through trusted advisor relationships and market understanding /li li Support key account management and contribute to strategic growth for priority clients and sectors /li li Represent WSP at industry events and contribute to thought leadership and public thought pieces /li li Contribute to development of Policy, Regulation and Markets strategy and identify emerging opportunities /li li Occasional UK and international travel for engagements and business development /li /ul b Key requirements /b ul li Degree level or higher in Economics, Engineering, or other relevant STEM discipline, or substantial directly relevant industry experience /li li Excellent written and verbal communication, including report writing and stakeholder engagement /li li Significant experience in energy sector regulation/policy and market design, including price control processes and market operation /li li Proven consultancy or advisory experience leading complex projects for regulators, utilities, investors, governments or developers /li li Strong understanding of energy systems, regulation and markets, especially electricity, across multiple jurisdictions /li li Experience leading project teams and managing complex stakeholder environments /li li Proven track record of developing client relationships and securing new work /li li Excellent commercial awareness and understanding of project financial management /li li Outstanding analytical, problem-solving and critical thinking skills /li li Ability to manage multiple priorities while maintaining quality and deadlines /li li Desirable international experience, regulatory reform and market design experience /li li Experience leading business development and cross-border teams /li /ul ul li Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement /li li Leadership and coaching abilities /li li Strategic thinking and commercial acumen /li li Energy market regulation and policy design /li li Market design and price control mechanisms /li li Regulatory submissions and business cases /li /ul