Business Assurance Auditor

About the Role

Base Location: Flexible UK | We're proud to offer a Flexible First approach to work, and this role is no exception. We will, however need your base 'home' location to be one of our SSEN offices or depots within our Distribution licence areas in the UK.

Salary: £44,195 - £50,611 depending on skills and experience + a range of benefits to support your finances, wellbeing and family.

Working Pattern: Permanent | Full Time, 37 hours | Flexible First options available

Our Distribution Business Assurance team's key objective is to provide assurance through regular BAU activities and targeted audits, ensuring the control environment within Distribution is effective in order that at we meet our legal and regulatory obligations. The team is also responsible for the management of business separation compliance within Distribution.

As an Auditor within the Business Assurance Team, your primary role will be to:

• assist the Assurance Manager and the Head of Assurance in the delivery of the agreed audit plan to ensure that the Networks Distribution business is in compliance with statutory regulations and, that relevant policies, procedures, guidelines and practices are fit for purpose and followed across the business to minimise the Company's risk of exposure to significant fines and adverse publicity.
• provide the Distribution business with guidance, and undertake assurance tasks, relating to the management of business separation rules in accordance with relevant Licence Conditions and our internal quality management system.
• assist, through the completion of assigned tasks, with the management of business separation compliance for Distribution.

As a member of the Assurance team, the job holder also shares collective responsibility for delivering on other project work/tasks as directed, from time to time, by the Assurance Manager or the Head of Assurance.

Some travel may be required with the occasional need to stay away from home overnight.

What do I need?

To be successful in the role you will demonstrate the following:

- Understanding and practical application of auditing techniques with proven experience.

- Knowledge and understanding of UK legal and regulatory environment, including the ability to interpret relevant UK legislation, industry codes, regulations, and standard/special conditions of the Electricity Distribution Licences.

- Knowledge of external and internal risk factors and business governance, internal control mechanisms and assurance defence model.

- A good understanding of the operation of electricity distribution networks.

- Ability to effectively manage key internal and external stakeholders.

- Proven experience of influencing and negotiating effectively at all levels, demonstrating excellent stakeholder management skills.

- Experience in the use of the Office 365 toolset.

It is an essential requirement for this role that you have a full, current driving licence.

About our Business

SSEN Distribution powers 3.9 million homes and businesses in communities across central southern England and the north of Scotland. Our team of more than 4,200 highly skilled people keep customers connected to a safe and reliable supply of electricity whilst developing the flexible networks that are vital for the future. We power communities to thrive today and create a net-zero tomorrow. Why not join us and help power change, we're looking for great people who love working with others to achieve great results. You'll be empowered to make the right decisions for our customers and have the space to take accountability for the work you do. You'll be working as part of a bigger team, enabling net-zero, so team work will be essential. As a part of our business, you become part of something bigger - an established company with a reputation for looking after our people, offering secure and rewarding roles where safety is our number one priority.

What's in it for you?

We offer an excellent package with 34 days annual leave entitlement. Enhanced maternity/paternity leave, discounted healthcare, salary sacrifice car leasing and much more, view our full benefits package on our careers site.

As an equal opportunity employer we encourage diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We encourage applicants from all protected characteristics and commit to providing any reasonable adjustments you need during the application, assessment and upon joining SSE. Search for 'Inclusion & Diversity at SSE' to find out more.

What happens now?

All applications should be made online, and I'll be back in touch after the vacancy closing date to let you know the outcome.

If you would like to discuss any working flexibly requirements or adjustments you may require throughout the recruitment and selection process, please contact stacey.watson@sse.com / 01738 342529.

Before commencing your role with SSE, you'll need to complete our pre-employment screening process. This will consist of a criminality and credit check.

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