Title:  Strategy Analyst - NESO

About the role

National Energy System Operator (NESO) recognises the potential of bright and talented individuals, and we encourage you to join us as Great Britain’s energy system undergoes an ambitious, exciting, and vital transformation. Together with industry, we are creating a cleaner, more sustainable energy future.

In line with government increased ambitions for offshore wind to achieve net zero, we are working to ensure that transmission connections for offshore wind generation and interconnectors are delivered in the most appropriate way.

As part of this, NESO is working closely with DESNZ, Ofgem, interconnector and offshore wind developers to assess the industry framework and develop changes required to facilitate offshore hybrid assets (a connection that combines offshore wind generation with interconnection between GB and Europe). Our role plays a key part in understanding and making the required changes in a collaborative way and contributes to GB’s and EU’s transition to net zero in a way that minimises the impacts on consumers, the environmental and communities.

As a Senior Strategy Analyst, or a Strategy Analyst you will work closely with internal and external stakeholders to develop, drive and implement strategies and plans to facilitate the delivery of the first offshore hybrid assets in GB. You will also represent NESO and present materials in external industry events.

This role is to be based from Warwick, and we continue to offer hybrid working from office and home. We are open to full time and part time applicants, as well as flexible working arrangements.

About us

National Energy System Operator’s (NESO) mission is to facilitate the decarbonisation of Great Britain’s energy network and ensure the delivery of reliable, affordable, and clean electricity for consumers. We work with stakeholders across the whole energy industry to plan for future network needs, using a wider adoption of technology and changes in consumer behaviour, as well as ensuring we have the right markets, networks, and frameworks in place, to transform the way we operate tomorrow.

Join us, and let’s energise progress.

energy, our future, together.

About the National Energy System Operator (NESO)

In Autumn of 2024, the ESO transitioned to National Energy System Operator, or NESO for short. Previously denoted as the Future System Operator (or FSO), the new National Energy System Operator is the independent body responsible for planning Great Britain’s electricity and gas networks and operating the electricity system.  

The ESO, including all of its existing roles, are now at the heart of the new National Energy System Operator. As NESO, we will build on our existing roles, capabilities, and ways of working significantly to create an organisation the energy system and its users’ need. Our new capabilities will enable us to look across vectors, including electricity, natural gas and hydrogen, and crucially consider the trade-offs between them.

The organisation is set up as a public corporation with its own Board of independent directors, with complete operational independence from government, the regulator and any and all commercial interest. As was the ESO, NESO will be licenced and regulated by Ofgem through price control agreements and obligated to identify optimal solutions to system operations and planning in the most sustainable, affordable and secure way for all.

Key Accountabilities

• Developing and implementing strategies and plans to facilitate the delivery of the first offshore hybrid assets (OHAs) in GB.
• Engaging with Ofgem, DESNZ , offshore wind developers, interconnector developers, European Transmission System Operators (TSOs), European regulators and GB Transmission Owners defining collaborative solutions to enable greater coordination in future offshore networks.
• Working closely with stakeholders internally and externally, at all levels, to identify the changes required to facilitate offshore coordination, including internal processes, industry processes, industry codes/standards plus technical and commercial changes and driving them forwards.
• Writing and presenting comprehensive briefs on OHA complexities externally and internally to senior management.
• Leading the production of high-quality external facing reports, internal and external communications, NESO responses to Ofgem consultations and wider industry engagement pieces.
• Representing NESO externally as an expert at industry meetings, code panels, working groups and other externally facing events.

About you

We’re forging the path, and we know we can’t do it alone. That’s why we need visionary minds like yours to join us on this transformative journey. In this case, we’re looking for someone who:

• Effective internal and external stakeholder engagement skills, leading others and facilitating Engagement to benefit the electricity industry
• Proven experience working across multifaceted, technical and complex projects ensuring quality outcomes, ideally within the energy industry
• Curious, proactive and self-motivated with an ability to work independently when required
• Resilient mindset and comfortable working with unknowns.
• Experienced project management effectively managing small and medium projects, always thinking holistically
• Thinks broadly and always considers the bigger picture
• Solid experience in understanding and analysing complex problems, processes and information effectively, producing clear outputs and articulating them to others
• Thrives on working in a team environment always ensuring the inclusion of others
• Strong communicator with excellent writing and presenting skills

Desirable but not essential:

• Good understanding of the electricity industry, from a stakeholder, customer, commercial and operational perspectives.
• Awareness and understanding of electricity industry regulatory arrangements and electricity codes
• Knowledge and awareness of interconnectors and offshore wind farm operations characteristics and processes.
• Basic understanding of electricity transmission system operation.

Research shows that some people may hesitate to apply unless they meet every requirement. At NESO, we believe potential comes in many forms and we’re committed to a fair, inclusive recruitment process where everyone can show their talents. We celebrate the difference people can bring into our organisation, and welcome and encourage applicants with diverse experiences and backgrounds to build a workforce that feels valued and respected and represents the communities we serve.

What you'll get

A competitive salary between £55,000 - £68,000pa – dependent on experience and capability.

As well as your base salary, you will receive a bonus based on company performance, 26 days annual leave as standard and a competitive contributory pension scheme where we will double match your contribution to a maximum company contribution of 12%.

As we work towards creating a cleaner, greener, and more affordable future for all, we also work towards creating a place for our teammates to belong, with professional and personal growth and positive well-being.

• Full support and career-development resources to expand your skills, enhance your expertise, and maximise your potential along your career journey
• A diverse and inclusive community of belonging, where teammates are empowered to bring ideas to the table.
• Generous Total Rewards Plan – comprising of health, finance and wealth, work/life balance, and career benefits.

More Information

This role closes on 17th September at 23:59, however we encourage candidates to submit their application as early as possible and not wait until the published closing date as this can vary.

We work towards the highest standards in everything we do, including how we support, value and develop our people. Our aim is to encourage and support employees to thrive and be the best they can be. We celebrate the difference people can bring into our organisation, and welcome and encourage applicants with diverse experiences and backgrounds, and offer flexible and tailored support, at home and in the office. 

We're committed to building a workforce that represents the communities we serve, and a working environment in which each individual feels valued, respected, fairly treated, and able to reach their full potential.

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