Contracts Coordinator

Base Location: Portsmouth/Havant, Reading

You'll be expected to spend 50% of your working week in the office

Salary: £36,139 - £43,188 + a range of benefits to support your finances, wellbeing and family.

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

We are looking for a Contracts Coordintor to join our team!

As a Contracts Coordinator you will facilitate and coordinate the offers and contracts between the National Energy System Operator and our respective Network areas. 

When we make a connection to the National Electricity Grid, we have to submit a Transmission agreement application when the capacity of electricity at certain supply points are almost full.

In this role you will manage and coordinate these applications and assist with managing data and finances.

We are looking for someone with exceptional customer service skills, attention to detail and is willing to go the extra mile.

You will

• Co-Ordinate applications to and contracts received from NESO.
• Raise and monitor purchase orders through our procurement system.
• Monitor communications, ensuring queries are responded to efficiently and within timescales. 
• Liaise with Finance on applicable invoices, receipts, and refunds.
• Co-Ordinate internal/external data within SSEN and wider systems. 

You have

• An understanding of the Electricity Grid connection process.
• Experience raising Purchase Orders and invoicing.
• Knowledge and experience of contract structures and documentation.
• Knowledge of associated governance regarding purchase ordering.
• Excellent organisation capabilities with the ability to deliver quality work to the agreed timescales.

About SSE

SSE’s purpose is to provide energy needed today while building a better world of energy for tomorrow. We do this by developing, building, operating and investing in electricity infrastructure and businesses needed in the energy transition. Our Transforming for Growth investment plan sees us investing £33bn in critical electricity infrastructure across the five years to 2030. 

SSEN Distribution, part of the wider SSE group, powers 3.9 million UK homes and businesses. Our team of more than 4,200 skilled engineers, customer service advisors and energy experts keep customers connected to a safe, reliable supply of electricity while investing in and developing the flexible networks needed for our low carbon future.

Flexible benefits to fit your life

Enjoy discounts on private healthcare and gym memberships. Wellbeing benefits like a free online GP and 24/7 counselling service. Interest-free loans on tech and transport season tickets, or a new bike with our Cycle to Work scheme. As well as generous family entitlements such as maternity and adoption pay, and paternity leave.

Work with an equal opportunity employer

SSE will make any reasonable adjustments you need to ensure that your application and experience with us is positive. Please contact kim.annink@sse.com to discuss how we can support you.

We're dedicated to fostering an open and inclusive workplace where people from all backgrounds can thrive. We create equal opportunities for everyone to succeed and especially welcome applications from those who may not be well represented in our workforce or industry.

Ready to apply?

Start your online application using the Apply Now box on this page. We only accept applications made online. We'll be in touch after the closing date to let you know if we'll be taking your application further. If you're offered a role with SSE, you'll need to complete a criminality check and a credit check before you start work.

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