Key Responsibilities Support areas of our annual monitoring assessment approach for the RIIO price controls, including analysis of company performance in relation to specific categories of expenditure and the outputs we set under the RIIO-2 price control framework and examining variations in performance against regulatory targets. Engage with network companies on technical aspects of their submissions and participate in direct discussions to help gain a deeper understanding of the factors influencing the delivery of the RIIO-2 programme. Liaise with network companies (e.g. via sector working groups) on a regular basis to help refine and develop our approach to cost assessment. Provide support and assistance to the preparation of oral and written briefings to Networks and Ofgems boards and committees on key issues - working closely with policy, regulation finance and legal colleagues. Support effective project management to ensure delivery of your work. Drafting consultation and decision documents. Have the opportunity to represent Ofgem at relevant industry events, seminars and working groups. Respond to changing priorities and helping manage organisational risk, by being flexible to embrace new workstreams across sector price controls. This could include using your analytical skills to support the assessment of specific network projects that might require additional funding after the price control is set. Or supporting briefings and analysis in the event of appeal of the price control settlement(s). Key Outputs & Deliverables Assess the performance of the network companies against RIIO-2 targets and obligations. Assist in the processes for monitoring and reporting of specific cost, funding and incentive areas within the RIIO-2 price control framework (including outputs and uncertainty mechanisms) in terms of cost-efficient delivery for customers, the environment and asset resilience. Assist in the production of external annual reports that summarise and communicate the results of our assessment. Support the annual process to refine and develop our approach to enhance our data collection and reporting templates, including the consultative process with key stakeholders. Contribute to the development of assessment methodologies, and to assist in making robust recommendations, supported by the analysis of the benefits and costs (to consumers and network companies) of different options. Support and help motivate members of a team. This includes working closely with team leads and other Senior Managers to develop regulatory expertise and capability in the team. Person specification Please ensure you demonstrate clearly within your personal statement, how you meet each of the essential and desirable criteria below (not more than 1250 words). In the event of receiving a large number of applications an initial sift may take place on just the identified lead criteria indicated below: Essential Criteria Excellent analytical skills, both quantitative and qualitative, with demonstrated ability to think critically, validate and analyse complex data, and to challenge and sense check results. (LEAD CRITERIA) Excellent communication and negotiation skills, with the ability to communicate technical information clearly and concisely and to work collaboratively to solve problems. (LEAD CRITERIA) Strong writing skills with demonstrable application of those skills to support policy development, consultation, decision-making processes and implementation. Strong project management skills to successfully deliver a programme of work in challenging timescales Desirable Criteria Confident with Excel to manage large datasets and to present analysis in appropriate and clear formats. Experience of regulatory reporting is desirable, but is not essential. Behaviours We'll assess you against these behaviours during the selection process: Changing and Improving Making Effective Decisions Communicating and Influencing Delivering at Pace Benefits Alongside your salary of 34,123, OFGEM contributes 9,885 towards you being a member of the Civil Service Defined Benefit Pension scheme. Find out what benefits a Civil Service Pension provides. Ofgem can offer you a comprehensive and competitive benefits package which includes; 30 days annual leave after 2 years; Excellent training and development opportunities; The opportunity to join the generous Civil Service pension which also includes a valuable range of benefits; hybrid working (currently 1 day a week in the office but this is kept under review), flexible working hours and family friendly policies. Plus lots of other benefits including clean and bright offices based centrally, engaged networks and teams and an opportunity to contribute to our ambitious and important targets of establishing a Net Zero energy system by 2050. This exciting blend of professional challenge and personal reward identifies career opportunities at Ofgem as something to get excited about. Things you need to know Selection process details This vacancy is using Success Profiles (opens in a new window), and will assess your Behaviours and Experience. When you press the Apply now button, you will be asked to complete personal details (not seen by the sift panel), your career history and qualifications. You will then be asked to provide a 1250 word personal statement evidencing how you meet the essential and desirable skills and capabilities listed in the role profile. Please ensure you demonstrate clearly, within your supporting statement, how you meet each of the criteria listed in the role profile. Artificial Intelligence can be a useful tool to support your application, however, all examples and statements provided must be truthful, factually accurate and taken directly from your own experience. Where plagiarism has been identified (presenting the ideas and experiences of others, or generated by artificial intelligence, as your own) applications may be withdrawn and internal candidates may be subject to disciplinary action. Please see our candidate guidance for more information on appropriate and inappropriate use. The personal information we have collected from you will be shared with Cifas who will use it to prevent fraud, other unlawful or dishonest conduct, malpractice, and other seriously improper conduct. If any of these are detected, you could be refused certain services or employment. Your personal information will also be used to verify your identity. 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