About Us
At the National Energy System Operator (NESO), we play a vital role in tackling climate change and securing Great Britain's energy future. We already operate the world's fastest decarbonising electricity system and are working towards our ambition to run it carbon‑free for a short period this year – provided the market supplies electricity exclusively from renewable sources. Alongside this, we provide expert advice to government on how to deliver a clean power system by 2030.
In autumn 2024, the Electricity System Operator (ESO) transitioned to become NESO – an independent, expert public corporation with a whole‑system view across electricity, gas, and hydrogen. Licensed and regulated by Ofgem, we make impartial decisions that balance sustainability, affordability and security. Our organisation is fully independent from government, the regulator and all commercial interests, with a clear focus on system‑wide benefit, long term value and public value.
The time to deliver is now. Join the energy transformation and help shape the future. Together, our energy drives a cleaner, more sustainable future for Great Britain.
About The Role
Our Early Careers programmes are designed to build and develop the current and future skills we require to deliver on our ambitions at NESO. The Early Careers Specialist reports to the Early Careers Manager and leads the design, learning and delivery of NESO’s Graduate and Undergraduate programmes.
The role specialises in delivering NESO’s Graduate and Undergraduate programmes, leading continuous improvement, development and delivery, ensuring learners progress effectively, maintaining compliance with standards and providing necessary support throughout their programme.
Key Accountabilities
* Support the Early Careers Manager in developing the Early Careers strategy, including learning curriculum design and delivery approaches.
* Provide proactive programmatic management and continuous improvement to learning initiatives, managing module flows, tracking performance and setting objectives.
* Lead the design and delivery of the programme calendar, including warm‑up activities, inductions, welcome days and graduation events.
* Account for performance and pastoral care for all learners on programme, collaborating with internal Employee Relations when necessary.
* Work with key stakeholders to identify internal and external placements for specific programmes.
* Lead the internal team of placement and line managers, communicating programme timelines and supporting managers’ development.
* Develop learning journeys in line with NESO’s future skills and capabilities.
* Deliver guidance and training to placement managers supporting early career schemes.
* Provide insights to the Early Careers Recruiter during attraction, assessment and selection, including at career fairs, assessment centres and talent identification. Retain overall decision‑maker for scheme offers.
* Partner with the business to lead development of new streams as required in line with future skills and capabilities.
About You
* Passionate about developing future talent.
* Experience working within Early Careers or emerging talent teams.
* Experience managing Graduate/Undergraduate programmes, preferably in utilities or related industries.
* Highly organised and able to support multiple programme deliverables.
* Strong communication and stakeholder management skills.
* Comfortable in a fast‑paced environment, with strong attention to detail and exceptional time management.
What You’ll Get
* Competitive salary of £48,374 – £52,000, dependent on experience and capability.
* Bonus based on company performance.
* 26 days annual leave as standard.
* Contributory pension scheme with double match up to 12% contribution.
* Annual enrollment to NESO Savings Plan – 50% matching contribution if you save £20‑£500 a month.
Benefits
* Flexible bank holidays & holiday trading.
* Additional birthday day off.
* Cycle-to-work scheme, retail & gym discounts.
* Private medical insurance, critical illness insurance & personal accident insurance.
More Information
Interviews will be held on 27 April, 5 May, 8 May, and 11 May for the DEIB panel.
The role closes at 23:59 on the date displayed on the top of this advert. We encourage candidates to submit their application as early as possible.
We believe potential comes in many forms and are committed to a fair, inclusive recruitment process where everyone has the opportunity to showcase their talents. We celebrate the difference people can bring to our organisation and welcome applicants with diverse experiences and backgrounds.
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