Et regulation - performance and investigations manager

About the role

National Grid Electricity Transmission (NGET) is at the heart of energy in the UK. We're working to build a fairer and more affordable energy system, with Whole System at the heart of this approach. Energy is vital to every aspect of our lives. We use it to light and heat our homes, to power our computers and phones, to keep us connected with work and loved ones. We rely on it to keep us safe, to keep our hospitals running, our schools open and our water flowing. But as we look to the future, we must make the shift towards cleaner, renewable energy to both power and preserve our world.

As a nation, we're working towards the goal of net zero carbon by 2050. At National Grid, we're committed to helping Britain reach this target by building a cleaner, greener energy system. But we can't do this alone. We're looking for people who are brimming with enthusiasm and bursting with ideas to help us build and run a cleaner energy system for the future.

You will be joining a role in our busy, growing Regulation team in National Grid Electricity Transmission, right at the heart of National Grid's work in ensuring that our network is ready for the future. This is an exciting role which will help shape the future of the GB energy sector at a vital phase in our transition to net zero! Are you up for the challenge?

What'you'll do

Overview

Responsible for supporting National Grid to navigating the regulatory and policy landscape to maximise allowances for our investments and manage regulatory risks through the lifecycle of projects.

Lead and deliver performance improvement projects

• Lead commercial and regulatory improvement projects to optimise our regulatory processes and commercial performance.
• Proactively utilise trend insights and feedback from teams to identify risk and opportunity areas for the organisation.
• Scope and deliver improvement projects working with stakeholders across the organisation to challenge the status quo and drive continual improvement.
• Influence and engage credibly at senior and Exec levels of the organisation, translating complex issues into clear, strategic advice, shaping senior decision making and securing alignment on priorities, risks and regulatory positioning.
• You will use your knowledge of the regulatory framework to provide ongoing guidance and challenge to National Grid colleagues, helping to shape our emerging network investments.
• Bring forward thinking and performance strategy to the forefront of project discussions to ensure this is one of the factors at the centre of our decisions.

Managing key stakeholder relationships

• Maintain working relationships with key stakeholders, including technical experts (e.g., engineers), group regulatory strategy and public affairs colleagues and external stakeholders where necessary.
• Potential for engagement with Ofgem and other external stakeholder dependent on the requirements of the project.

Providing regulatory expertise to National Grid colleagues

• You will use your knowledge of the regulatory framework to provide ongoing guidance and challenge to National Grid colleagues, helping to shape our emerging network investments.
• Identify suitable regulatory mechanisms for projects, giving our business the confidence to progress our major projects. Ensure that all angles of benefits and risks have been assessed.
• Advocate for the interests of current and future consumers throughout a project's development, helping to align our investments with the regulatory environment.

What'you'll have

Written and verbal communication skills, with significant experience of drafting complex submissions to key decision-makers.

Stakeholder engagement and interpersonal skills, with the ability to quickly develop and maintain effective working relationships with a wide range of colleagues.

An open, pragmatic mindset with the confidence to adapt within the regulation team to tackle unforeseen challenges and work effectively amid ambiguity.

Results oriented, able to manage timely delivery of complex projects, with a high level of attention to detail.

Commercial awareness, with a good understanding of commercial value and an ability to rapidly understand commercial value drivers in a new context.

Willing to learn about the transmission system, as needed.

Beneficial to have experience in energy policy or regulation, with understanding of the GB energy sector, its regulatory framework and our key stakeholders but not a requirement.

Degree level in a relevant discipline, or have an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience.

What'you'll get

A competitive salary of £64k - £78k per annum, dependent on capability and experience.

An annual bonus of up to 30% and annual pay review.

A generous pension scheme - we double match your contribution up to 12%.

28 days' annual leave plus the option to buy/sell up to 5 days per year.

We value diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive workplace for all. We welcome applications from all suitably qualified candidates - we make appointments purely on merit, assessed against objective selection criteria. We support flexible working and will make reasonable adjustments throughout the recruitment process should you have any physical or mental impairment which may affect your ability to participate in the process.

Please note that in most cases, National Grid is unable to offer sponsorship for employment under the UK points-based immigration system. As such, applicants must have the legal right to work in the UK without requiring sponsorship now or in the future under the UK points-based immigration system. However, in exceptional circumstances where there is a clear and demonstrable need for specialist skills that cannot be sourced from the local labour market, National Grid may consider offering sponsorship. All applications are welcome from candidates who meet these requirements, regardless of race, nationality, or ethnic origin.