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. We offer expert advice to government on delivering 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, always acting in the best interests of all energy users.
About The Role
This role is responsible for leading on high‑profile and complex code governance processes. The team underpins and manages the process of code change, working alongside internal and external stakeholders across industry. We seek individuals with project management, regulation, policy, and code change experience to help progress change across the industry. The Code Governance Team supports and enables the business to operate within our regulatory licensed activities, providing expert support to maximise benefits for end consumers and Great Britain.
Key Accountabilities
* Act as the expert on industry code governance processes and electricity code administration, leading on behalf of NESO
* Project‑manage industry code changes through the governance process
* Oversee the day‑to‑day activities of the team undertaking code governance and administration
* Act as an industry leader in communication and engagement strategies to set best practice for code administration, enabling all network users to understand and contribute to code modifications
* Fulfil the Chair role for internal and external working groups (e.g. Code Panels/Workgroups)
* Provide expert advice on industry codes and governance, coaching and mentoring other team members
* Identify and implement improvements in both internal and external code processes to deliver the most valuable service for stakeholders
* Manage the Ofgem relationship for governance issues
* Manage NESO’s input to the Code Administration Code of Practice meetings (CACoP)
* Develop expertise in key areas to better understand code modifications under development and assist with drafting proposals in accordance with CACoP Principles
* Implement and drive initiatives to increase customer satisfaction across code governance
* Drive process improvements to create efficiencies within the team
About You
We’re forging the path and need visionary minds. The ideal candidate:
* Has expert knowledge of industry code governance
* Has expertise in communications and engagement strategies
* Has sound working knowledge of the GB electricity and gas markets and regulatory frameworks
* Has experience chairing industry meetings effectively and impartially
* Can professionally represent NESO at external meetings
* Can build effective internal and external relationships, with strong negotiating and influencing skills
* Exhibits excellent team‑working and interpersonal skills
* Exhibits excellent organisational and time‑management skills
* Has excellent customer and stakeholder‑management skills, identifying key stakeholders and developing effective account plans
* Has project‑management skills, capable of managing multiple activities and issues to meet time constraints
* Has excellent communication skills, including the ability to produce and deliver accurate written reports and presentation material
* Has experience coaching and mentoring staff
* Can resolve problems efficiently
* Can learn quickly
What You’ll Get
A competitive salary of £62,000 – £67,000 per annum, dependent on experience and capability. In addition:
* Bonus based on company performance
* 26 days annual leave as standard
* A contributory pension scheme with a 12% company match
* Annual enrollment to the NESO Savings Plan, with a 50% matching contribution for contributions between £20 and £500 per month
* Flexible bank holidays and holiday trading
* Additional birthday day off
* Cycle‑to‑work scheme, retail and gym discounts
* Private medical insurance, critical illness insurance, and personal accident insurance
More Information
The role closes at 23:59 on the date displayed at the top of this advert; we encourage early application. NESO believes potential comes in many forms and is committed to a fair, inclusive recruitment process. We welcome applicants from diverse backgrounds, and we celebrate the difference each person can bring to our organisation.
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