Role Title & Location
Future Power Markets Senior/Senior Lead Analyst – based in Belfast with a hybrid work arrangement.
Role Overview
The Future Power Markets Senior Lead Analyst plays a critical role in shaping how Northern Ireland's power markets evolve to support a secure, low‑carbon electricity system. The position sits within SONI’s Networks and Innovation Directorate and reports to the Future Power Markets Analyst Manager.
Key Responsibilities
* Develop and maintain advanced analytical and data models to forecast power market trends, price dynamics, and system outcomes.
* Deliver data‑driven research and scenario analysis to support strategic decision‑making across future power markets.
* Prepare clear, evidence‑based analytical reports and insights for internal and external stakeholders.
* Present complex technical and market analysis in a concise and accessible way to senior leadership.
* Support market development activities, including cross‑border and European market initiatives.
* Apply and continuously improve analytical methodologies, tools, and frameworks.
* Work collaboratively across teams and with external stakeholders to deliver programme goals.
* Provide technical leadership and guidance to senior analysts.
* Manage and coordinate large‑scale analytical projects, including market and economic modelling.
* Support delivery of the Strategic Markets Programme (SMP) and implementation of “Shaping Our Electricity Future.”
Essential Qualifications
* Relevant third‑level qualification (e.g., data science, economics, engineering, power systems or related discipline).
* Typically 5+ years experience in data analysis and modelling within the energy sector or a similarly complex environment.
* Strong experience using analytical tools such as Python, R and Excel to manage and analyse large datasets.
* Proven ability to deliver high‑quality analytical outputs to inform decision‑making.
* Strong communication skills with the ability to explain technical information to a range of stakeholders.
* Experience working collaboratively in a fast‑paced, team‑based environment.
* Demonstrated stakeholder engagement experience.
Desirable Qualifications
* Experience working with the Single Electricity Market (SEM) or European electricity markets.
* Knowledge of electricity market operations, including transmission and balancing markets.
* Familiarity with market mechanisms and regulatory frameworks.
* Experience using energy market modelling software (e.g., PLEXOS).
* Proven ability to lead or mentor analysts (particularly relevant for Senior Lead Analyst level).
* Experience in forward‑looking market analysis, decarbonisation strategies and renewable energy policy.
* Familiarity with market and network codes.
* Experience working in a regulated industry and assessing compliance with regulatory obligations.
* Experience in partnership building and collaborative project delivery.
Benefits
* Competitive salary and performance‑related bonus.
* Private medical cover.
* Pension matching.
* Flexible working arrangements (Hybrid options: 3 days office / 2 days home).
* Enhanced holidays, maternity and paternity leave, and wellbeing days.
* Salary sacrifice schemes (cycle to work, EV scheme).
* Free car parking and onsite EV charging.
* Complimentary lunch.
* Professional development opportunities and clear career progression pathways.
Equality Statement
SONI is a proud equal opportunities employer. We are committed to an inclusive workplace where diverse perspectives are valued, and everyone can thrive. As a STEM organisation, we are continuing to strengthen across our engineering and technology roles and welcome applications from women who want to build and apply their expertise to Northern Ireland’s energy system. We have a duty to prevent illegal working and applicants must demonstrate they have a legal right to work in the UK. SONI is not providing sponsorship for this vacancy.
Closing Date
Closing date for applications is 29 May 2026.
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