Senior Manager, Economics & Investment Appraisal

Base Location: For this role, we require successful applicants to be based from one of our Scottish locations and you'll be expected to spend 50% of your working week in the office – Glasgow or Perth.

Salary: £66,100 - £99,100 + car/car allowance + 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

SSEN Transmission is seeking an accomplished Senior Manager, Economics & Investment Appraisal with extensive experience in economic analysis at both macro and micro levels, including the application of Computable General Equilibrium (CGE) modelling and the development of socio‑economic impact assessments for major infrastructure projects.

In this pivotal role, you will lead a specialist team of economists and analysts to produce robust, evidence based assessments that inform multi billion pound investment decisions across our growing transmission network.  You will drive the advancement of SSEN Transmission’s economic appraisal methodologies, strengthen our cost–benefit analysis framework, and ensure rigorous evaluation of the social, environmental, and economic impacts of our investments. You will also have responsibility for carbon analysis and reporting.  You will collaborate widely across SSEN Transmission, and engage externally with Ofgem, NESO and government stakeholders to influence industry thinking and secure approval of sound, analytically robust business cases.

You will

• Lead the ongoing development, implementation and governance of the investment decision making framework, ensuring consistent, cost effective and transparent business case development across the organisation.
• Provide expert guidance and oversight of economic appraisal, cost benefit analysis, modelling and socio-economic assessment to support high quality investment recommendations.
• Lead and develop a specialist team of economists, analysts and carbon experts, fostering strong performance, effective prioritisation and a culture of continuous improvement.
• Engage with key internal and external stakeholders, including regulators and industry bodies, to promote best practice, influence decision making and secure support for investment proposals.
• Oversee the development of high quality project documentation and undertake ex-post investment appraisal to support learning, accountability and future improvement.

You have

• Deep expertise in economic modelling, with proven experience applying computable general equilibrium (CGE) techniques and advanced analytical methods.
• A strong track record developing socio-economic assessments for major infrastructure or regulated market environments, and the ability to use these insights to inform high value investment decisions.
• Significant experience in economic or investment appraisal, including expert knowledge of cost benefit analysis, modelling and the assessment of economic, environmental and social impacts.
• Proven experience leading specialist teams and influencing stakeholders at all levels, with the confidence to present complex information clearly and persuasively.
• A degree or relevant professional qualification in economics, mathematics or a related discipline, with experience in carbon management and whole life carbon assessment being highly beneficial.

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 Transmission own and operate the electricity transmission network across the north of Scotland. We transport energy from where it is generated to where it is needed, ensuring a safe and reliable electricity supply for the communities we serve. But that's not all – we're upgrading the grid to deliver cleaner, homegrown energy for the future and building a network for net zero to create secure power for generations to come.

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 louise.markwick@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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