Title:  Market Strategy Lead - NESO

About the role

National Energy System Operator’s (NESO) strength lies in our people. Together, we’re shaping the future where clean, affordable energy is accessible for all. Every day is an opportunity to make a real difference, accelerating the progress of sustainable GB energy, keeping people connected and society thriving as we create a brighter tomorrow.

As a Market Strategy Lead in the Dispatch and Balancing Strategy team, you will work on the design of electricity markets that support a secure, decarbonised energy system and efficient balancing for the system operator. These markets form the investment case for key Net Zero technologies such as storage, wind and interconnectors. Your work will underpin NESO’s thinking and position on the future design of energy markets. You will assess the interactions between markets, investment policy mechanisms and market participants’ commercial behaviour, to come to views on how to reform dispatch and balancing frameworks.

You will have the opportunity to work closely with the Department of Energy Security and Net Zero, Ofgem and the Electricity National Control Centre, where NESO balances the electricity system in real time. A strategic mindset, commercial approach, and the ability to understand and communicate trade-offs is essential.

This role can be based in Wokingham, Warwick or Glasgow, 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.

Key accountabilities

• Robust quantitative and qualitative analysis of key GB electricity market outcomes
• Inputing on policy development (writing papers, developing effective frameworks for assessment, communicating effectively with technical and non-technical audiences)
• Engaging with relevant stakeholders to explain the implications of design proposals
• Helping to identify areas for improving GB dispatch and balancing design and lead on developing policy options.

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 is/has:

Market Design and Strategy:

• The ability to think imaginatively and to conceptualise the impact of net zero on the GB power system and balancing markets.
• Understanding of GB electricity market design: this could be from a market participant’s perspective, for example via trading in GB power markets, or through experience in the regulatory or policy arena.
• Knowledge of key energy policy instruments and understanding of economics of investment in GB electricity assets.

Analytical Thinking:

• An evidence-led approach to developing strategy. Proven ability to use quantitative and qualitative evidence to develop a thoughtful and independent viewpoint.
• Confidence using analytical software and an ability to translate data and analysis into value-adding insights, commentary and recommendations that inform decision making.
• Prior experience with energy system models such as PLEXOS or BID3 is desirable.

Communication and Stakeholder Engagement:

• Excellent written and verbal communication.
• Ability to analyse and present complex issues to audiences with varying levels of familiarity in power systems and markets.
• Strong interpersonal skills in influencing and working effectively internally across an organisation, gaining buy in to priorities and driving delivery through others.
• Proven commitment to Diversity, Equity, Inclusion and Belonging in the workplace. 
  
  

About what you'll get

A competitive salary between £55,000 - £63,000pa – 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%.

About us

National Energy System Operator (NESO) has a key role to play in tackling climate change by transitioning GB’s electricity system to net zero. We already operate the fastest decarbonising electricity system in the world, with an ambition for zero carbon power operation by 2030 when there is sufficient renewable generation. We are also providing advice to the Government on achieving a decarbonised power system by 2030.

So, join the energy transformation and help shape the future.

Your 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.  

NESO, 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.

The time to deliver is now. As part of our team, you won’t just be touching the lives of almost everyone in Great Britain – you’ll be shaping the way we use and consume energy for generations to come.

More information

This role closes on 08/08/2025 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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