Renewables - Assurance Manager

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, Havant.

Salary: £50,100 - £75,100 + performance-related bonus + a range of benefits to support your finances, wellbeing and family.

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

The role

The Assurance Manager is a unique and exciting role focused on delivering value adding assurance across SSE Renewables' most critical business risks. The Assurance team is a key enabler of the effective delivery of SSE Renewables' strategic priorities, working closely with business stakeholders to improve management of risks and optimise processes.

The role holder will be an experienced assurance professional, with a passion for adding value and impact through assurance services. They will have an improvement mindset, and an ability to influence stakeholders at all levels of the business.

You will

- Be responsible for the delivery of assurance reviews across a range of business and risk areas, leading reviews from scoping through to reporting.

- Develop proportionate and constructive recommendations and action plans to address risks and control weaknesses identified, supporting the business in developing solutions.

- Support the development and maintenance of a leading practice assurance framework, methodologies, processes and templates.

- Deliver ad-hoc assurance and advisory interventions as required by the Renewables Executive to improve business processes and efficiency of operations.

- Work closely with other assurance providers across the group to deliver an integrated approach to assurance, sharing insights and best practice.

You have

- Minimum five years experience operating as a risk and assurance professional in a large organisation.

- Motivation to succeed and a desire to make positive change.

- A proactive mindset with the ability to use initiative, prioritise tasks and deliver to deadlines.

- Ability to quickly understand complex business environments and processes, identify gaps and opportunities and develop pragmatic solutions.

- Experience engaging and influencing stakeholders across all levels of an organisation.

- Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including ability to present complex information in a succinct and impactful way.

About SSE

SSE has a bold ambition – to be a leading energy company in a net zero world. We're investing around £10 million a day in homegrown energy to help power a cleaner, more secure future. Our investment will see us build the world's largest offshore wind farm and transform the grid to deliver greener electricity to millions.

SSE Renewables delivers the green energy the world needs today and tomorrow. We lead the way in the development, build, and operation of renewable power assets, including windfarms, hydro power stations, and solar and battery projects. Join a global team of 1,800 energy experts powering the transition to a net zero 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 Douglas on douglas.mcallister@sse.com / 01738 275199 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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