Title:  People/Organisational Development Consultant - 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.

The People/OD Consultant at National Energy System Operator (NESO) will be a key player in our HR team, driving organisational development initiatives that align with our strategic goals. We are seeking an experienced HR professional who is passionate about enhancing organisational effectiveness and fostering a culture of continuous improvement. In this role, you will collaborate closely with business leaders to provide expert guidance on HR practices and organisational development strategies.

As a People /OD Consultant, you will focus on developing T-shaped capabilities within our workforce, sourcing external market insights, and managing the delivery of impactful projects. Your expertise will be essential in shaping our HR initiatives and ensuring that we create a workplace where every employee can thrive.

This role is based in Wokingham, 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

• Collaborating with business leaders to develop and implement people and organisational development strategies that support organisational objectives.
• Building workforce agility and flexibility by identifying development needs and supporting the design, implementation, and delivery of training and OD initiatives.
• Sourcing and applying external market insights to inform people practices and enhance organisational effectiveness
• Managing the delivery of People and OD projects, ensuring they are completed on time, within scope, and aligned with business needs.
• Analysing workforce data and metrics to inform decision-making and drive continuous improvement in people practices.
• Acting as a trusted advisor to employees, leaders, and line managers, promoting a positive workplace culture and addressing people-related queries and concerns.
• Coaching line managers through Day 2 transition to the new operating model, supporting change and capability development.
• Measuring the impact of OD initiatives on organisational performance and use insights to drive continuous improvement.

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 has/is:

• Demonstrated the ability to lead organisational change initiatives, design and deliver learning and development programmes, and support workforce planning in complex environments.
• A deep understanding of HR best practices, with practical application across employee relations, performance management, and talent development.
• Skilled in applying organisational development principles to drive cultural change, improving team dynamics, and build leadership capability.
• Strong project management skills, with the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously and deliver results.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build relationships and influence stakeholders at all levels.

About what you'll get

A competitive salary between £50,000 - £60,000pa – 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

At National Energy System Operator (NESO), we’re aiming to operate a zero-carbon electricity system for Great Britain by 2030 when there is sufficient renewable generation. This means change is needed across the whole system to transition away from fossil fuels and deliver clean, and affordable energy for everyone across the country.

Join a journey that matters.

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 12/08/2025 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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