Purposeand key outputs
The aim of this role is to be part of agrowingfunction providing flexibleeconomistresource to priority projects across theinfrastructureportfolioof work in Ofgem. It would be an attractive role for those looking togainexperience across different areas of energy economics. You will:
* Assistacross different work areas inOfgemsInfrastructure directorates in the context of operating in a newand growingteam designed to work flexibly.
* Support the delivery ofhigh-qualityanalytical work packages producing analysis andimpactassessments for infrastructure projects, including Ofgems RIIO price controls
* Develop effective relationships with team members and infrastructure policyleads and team members, to ensure effective work
Key Responsibilities
Reporting to one of Ofgems Principalor SeniorEconomists,responsibilities will include:
* Undertake,supportand collaborate with policy teams inapplyingeconomic thinking andproducing robustquantitative and qualitativeanalysis,including to inform policy design.
* Contribute toOfgems work on impact assessmentsas well assupporting onappraisals,cost-benefitanalysisandpolicy analysis.
* Review andquality assureeconomic models, challenge input data and assumptions, and interpret output data.
* Contribute to producing both internal and external documents presenting orcommunicating analysis, oftenina non-technical way.
* Assess the reliability and relevance of evidence and give objective advice.
* Collaboratewithteamsacross Ofgem and in some cases with partners (e.g. DESNZ, NESO) to provide assurance on the quality of analytical work onmajor projects.
KeyStakeholder Relationships
* Chief Economist,Head of Economic Analysis,Principaland SeniorEconomists in the Office of Research andEconomics.
* Policy teams from across the Infrastructure Group, particularly those involved inanalytical work underpinning key Ofgem decisions.
* Whereappropriate tothe work packages, external senior stakeholders includingacademics, other regulators, government departments etc.
Person specification
ESSENTIAL:
* Degree in Economics/related subject or comparable capability built through relevant professional experience in economic analysis(LEAD CRITERIA).
* Ability to effectively communicate and synthesise analysis,ideasand data fora variety of audiences, both verbally and in writing(LEAD CRITERIA).
* Ability toflexiblyand effectivelydeliver high-quality workina timelywayacross a range of different analytical projects.
* Analytical skills using relevant software packages (one or more ofR, STATA,Python, orExcel).Ideally experience ofapplying these tools in a professional context.
DESIRABLE:
* Experience of working on comparable economic issueswith anunderstanding of the principles of economic regulation(e.g.working in the energy sector,consultancy,price controls, regulated companies,regulatorsor government departments).
Behaviours
We'll assess you against these behaviours during the selection process:
* Communicating and Influencing
* Working Together
* 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 butthis is keptunderreview), flexible working hours and family friendly policies.Pluslots 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 ofestablishinga Net Zero energy system by 2050. This exciting blend of professional challenge and personal rewardidentifiescareer opportunities at Ofgem as something to get excited about.
Things you need to know
Artificial intelligence
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 (opens in a new window) for more information on appropriate and inappropriate use.
Selection process details
This vacancy is using Success Profiles (opens in a new window), and will assess your Behaviours and Experience.
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Security
Successful candidates must undergo a criminal record check.
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Nationality requirements
This job is broadly open to the following groups:
* UK nationals
* nationals of the Republic of Ireland
* nationals of Commonwealth countries who have the right to work in the UK
* nationals of the EU, Switzerland, Norway, Iceland or Liechtenstein and family members of those nationalities with settled or pre-settled status under the European Union Settlement Scheme (EUSS) (opens in a new window)
* nationals of the EU, Switzerland, Norway, Iceland or Liechtenstein and family members of those nationalities who have made a valid application for settled or pre-settled status under the European Union Settlement Scheme (EUSS)
* individuals with limited leave to remain or indefinite leave to remain who were eligible to apply for EUSS on or before 31 December 2020
* Turkish nationals, and certain family members of Turkish nationals, who have accrued the right to work in the Civil Service
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The Civil Service embraces diversity and promotes equal opportunities. As such, we run a Disability Confident Scheme (DCS) for candidates with disabilities who meet the minimum selection criteria.
The Civil Service also offers a Redeployment Interview Scheme to civil servants who are at risk of redundancy, and who meet the minimum requirements for the advertised vacancy.
Diversity and Inclusion
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Contact point for applicants
Job contact :
* Name : Lisa Buchanan
* Email : recruitment@ofgem.gov.uk
Recruitment team
* Email : recruitment@ofgem.gov.uk
Further information
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In the first instance, you should raise the matter directly via recruitment@ofgem.gov.uk. If you are not satisfied with the response, you may bring your complaint to the Commission. For further information on bringing a complaint to the Civil Service Commission, please visit their website.
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