Market Regulation Manager – Energy Futures
Salary up to £78,815
Up to 15% bonus
Fixed Term Contract 24 months
Hybrid working model – with regular travel to Leeds, London and Solihull
Are you passionate about the future of energy and the road to net zero? Ready to influence national regulatory change and shape the future of hydrogen in the UK?If so, we want to hear from you!
At Northern Gas Networks (NGN), we’re not just talking about the future, we are building it. As we move towards a low-carbon energy system, we need a dynamic and forward-thinkingMarket Regulation Managerto make a tangible impact in guiding NGN through some of the most significant changes the industry has ever seen.
You will be at the forefront of navigating complex regulatory obstacles, helping unlock the potential of projects likeEast Coast Hydrogen, and ensuring NGN is prepared for a greener, cleaner future.
Our head office is in Leeds; however other working arrangements can be discussed at interview.
Key Accountabilities & Responsibilities
* Lead the charge on regulatory changes required to support hydrogen and other low-carbon options within our network
* Act as NGN’s key voice in industry forums and with key stakeholders like Ofgem, DESNZand Xoserve
* Interpretcomplex legal and industry frameworks and turnthem into clear, practical advice for colleagues
* Identifyopportunities to influence code, reform, licence conditions and governance to support our net zero aspirations
* Ensurethat East Coast Hydrogen and other energy future projects stay on track from a regulatory perspective
What we’re looking for
* A solid understanding of the regulatory environment within which NGN operates
* Knowledge of key industry frameworks (UNC, REC, SEC, and Gas Transporter Licence)
* Experience influencing at a senior level – both internally and externally
* Sharp analytical thinking, with the ability to translate complex change into clear guidance
* A confident communicator who can build strong relationships across the industry and within NGN
* Curiosity, adaptability, and a genuine passion for the future of energy
Qualifications & Requirements
* Degree-level education(ideally in a business, energy, regulatory or finance discipline)
* Experienced track record working onregulatory, legal or policy related projects
* Ability to manage a varied workload, and work bothindependently and as part of a team
We’re building more than infrastructure; we’re shaping the energy future. Join NGN and help design the regulatory landscape for a hydrogen powered UK
What we offer you
* Salaryup to£78,815per annum
* Up to 15%bonus per annum
* 25 days annual leave (plus recognised bank holidays and 2 half days over the Christmas period)
* SSP for the first 2 calendar days then occupational sick pay
* A generous stakeholder 5/10 pension scheme
* Flexible benefits and salary sacrifice options... from discounts on a variety of UK attractions, gym membership, restaurant discounts, experience days... and much more!
* An array of fantastic family-friendly policies such as 6 weeks paternity leave (for eligible employees) and 6 months' full pay for employees on maternity leave (for eligible employees), as well as shared parental leave and many more!
We are...Northern Gas Networks.We deliver gas to 2.7 million homes and businesses in the North East, Northern Cumbria and much of Yorkshire. That’s around 6.7 million individual customers. We don’t generate or sell the gas, but we transport it to homes and businesses in our region through a vast network of underground pipes. In fact, we own and maintain more than 37,000km of gas pipes - enough to stretch from Leeds to Sydney and back again. We cover large cities like Newcastle, Sunderland, Leeds, York, Hull, and Bradford, and our work extends to rural areas like North Yorkshire and Cumbria.
OurValuesare at the heart of what we do. In addition to your key responsibilities, you will incorporate these into the daily life of your role. We are… Trailblazing, Empowered, Heartfelt, Community Focused, Intellectually Curious and most of all we are Happy!
OurEquality, Diversity and Inclusion culture at NGNis embedded in everything that we do. We will be delighted to hear from a diverse range of applicants, so we can continue to grow our great team of people. We are proud to support the Armed Forces Covenant, helping ex-services personnel back into employment, as well as being members of WISE (Women in Science and Engineering) and we are committed to delivering our ‘Opportunity Action Plan’ having signed the Social Mobility Pledge campaign, whereby we will establish our business as a ‘force for good’ in the communities that we serve.
Next Steps- Please apply by clicking 'apply' and uploading your CV. We love to see how your experience and skills are transferable to this role so please ensure these are all included in your application. Once the advert has closed, we will be incontact within one week to let you know if you have progressed to the next stage. We are looking to hold interviews for this roleend ofAugust.We look forward to receiving your application for the role.
If you require adjustments to support you throughout the recruitment process, we want to hear about how we can help. Any applicant that requires reasonable adjustments from initial application through to interview are asked to contact the Recruitment Team at NGNCareers@northerngas.co.uk
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