Overview
Nadara is an innovative renewable energy company focused on living energy and building communities. We work to power lifetimes to come and support social, educational, cultural, and environmental initiatives through our business and projects.
We are committed to diversity, curiosity, quality decision-making, and courageous action. We value diverse perspectives and aim to create an inclusive culture.
Location: Edinburgh. Time Type: Full time. Worker Subtype: Regular.
Job Description Summary
Join Nadara and help shape the future of the energy transition. We’re looking for a proactive and detail-oriented UK Regulatory Engagement and Advocacy Specialist to monitor, analyse, and influence regulatory and policy developments in the GB energy market (with potential involvement in France). In this role, you’ll provide expert insights on industry codes, market frameworks, and government support schemes, while contributing to our public affairs and stakeholder engagement strategy. This is a unique opportunity to combine technical expertise with policy impact in a fast-growing, purpose-driven company at the forefront of renewable energy.
Job Description
Key responsibilities
* Regulatory and policy analysis: Monitor, interpret, and analyse regulatory and policy changes impacting the GB power sector, including CUSC, BSC, GC, and other relevant industry codes and proposed modifications. Assess implications for the company’s operations, strategy, and commercial position. Track changes to government support schemes (CfD, RO, CM). Prepare clear, concise briefings and recommendations for internal stakeholders, including senior management. Key areas include: Network charging (TNUoS / DUoS), grid connections, support schemes (CfD, RO, CM), onshore wind permitting, community engagement, and supply chain policy.
* Advocacy and stakeholder engagement: Prepare briefings and recommendations for internal stakeholders (including senior management); draft consultation responses, position papers, and briefing materials; support Nadara’s activities in trade associations, working groups, and industry forums; build and maintain strong relationships with key external stakeholders.
* Internal support: Collaborate with commercial/EM, business development, and operational teams to ensure regulatory compliance and strategic alignment; contribute to internal knowledge sharing and training on regulatory and policy matters; support the RegEng Manager and the expansion of the team’s regulatory analysis capacity and public affairs activities.
Skills and experience
Essential:
* Strong understanding of the GB power sector and energy market fundamentals.
* Experience with Scottish engagement and knowledge of Scottish political and policy landscapes.
* Experience analysing regulatory frameworks, industry codes, and policy developments.
* Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to translate complex regulation into clear business implications.
* Strong stakeholder engagement and relationship-building skills.
* Ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
Desirable:
* Knowledge of French energy market regulation and policy.
* French language skills.
* Experience in public affairs, government relations, or industry representation.
* Previous experience in government, regulatory, or industry associations.
Pay and Benefits
With a genuine culture of reward and recognition, Nadara offers a benefits package including flexible working, development and training opportunities, and a range of wellbeing initiatives. We value the contributions of our employees and offer compensation that reflects job-related knowledge and experience.
Equality and Equity
We are an Equal Opportunities Employer with a strong commitment to Diversity, Equity, and Inclusivity (DEI). DEI informs our long-term business strategy and day-to-day culture, ensuring people of all backgrounds can thrive. Hiring is based on merit, competence, and qualifications, with salary determined on a case-by-case basis.
Join us to help secure the future of people and the planet.
What We Offer
We empower our people to make an impact, think creatively, and tackle challenges while identifying new opportunities. This position offers strong career development prospects within an innovative and dynamic company.
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