Energy Codes and Reform Manager

About the Role

Base Location: Perth or Glasgow | We're proud to offer a Flexible First approach to work, and this role is no exception. 

Salary: £55,200 - £83,000 + performance-related bonus + a range of other benefits to support your family, finances, and wellbeing.

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

The Energy Codes and Reform Manager will lead a small team of three who are responsible for the day-to-day management of electricity codes in addition to supporting both the development and implementation of industry reforms (e.g. connections and code reform). The role will also seek to use knowledge of the energy code landscape and develop a whole energy system view to deliver against business objectives including the move to more strategic network planning.

Travel would vary but would likely include monthly travel to other offices (Glasgow/Perth) and occasional travel to London.

Key accountabilities include:

- Monitoring and reporting on energy code modifications ensuring that senior management are kept up to date on any high-risk modification proposals and that appropriate mitigation measures are put in place.

 - Ongoing development and refinement of internal governance to provide assurance to the wider business when assessing risks, opportunities, and implementation requirements. 

- Provide support across the wider SSEN Transmission business to assess industry challenges, develop creative solutions and utilise codes to enable positive outcomes. 

- Act on behalf of SSEN Transmission to engage constructively with Ofgem's energy code reform agenda.

- Regular engagement with other transmission owners, the system operator, Ofgem, UK Government, developers and relevant stakeholders to make a valued whole system contribution. 

What do I need?

To be considered for this role, we would love you to have:

- A thorough understanding of the GB Networks businesses and energy codes either from a networks, generation, or regulatory perspective.

- Experience in participating in code panel discussions and advocating successfully for changes to the code frameworks.

- The ability to network both internally and externally to facilitate the development of stakeholders and key industry influencers.

- A strong self-starter who can think creatively about solutions to challenging industry problems and back up recommendations with clear evidence with a proven track record of challenging the "status quo".

- Experience of delivering within challenging timescales, with the ability to effectively prioritise, plan and organise, balancing immediate and longer-term business priorities.

About our Business

At SSEN Transmission, we take immense pride in owning and operating the high-voltage electricity transmission network across the north of Scotland. We transport energy from where it is generated to wherever it is needed, ensuring a safe and reliable electricity supply for the communities we serve. But that's not all – we're committed to upgrading the grid to deliver cleaner, homegrown energy for the future. By developing, building and maintaining a network for net zero, we're creating secure power for generations to come.

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 Stephanie at stephanie.murphy@sse.com or 01738 342963.

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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