Senior Adviser - European Affairs Ofgem

Band D
London, £43,600 - £56,650 p.a. (dependent on skills and expertise)
Glasgow, £41,200 - £52,600 p.a. (dependent on skills and expertise)
Based in London SW1 or Glasgow

You will represent Ofgem on issues arising from implementation of the third energy package and assist in processes related to negotiation of new European legislation, including liaison with UK Government and the European Regulators Group. You will also represent Ofgem on issues and activities originating with the Agency for Cooperation of Energy Regulators (ACER) and prepare briefings for senior staff, (including Lord Mogg in his role as Chair of the European Energy Regulators Group, and the Board of Regulators) on European energy issues. This position will require frequent European travel.

Key requirements

• experience in briefing and advising senior staff
• proven experience in European policy
• good knowledge of the European institutions and policy making
• excellent organisational skills and ability to work under tight deadlines
• excellent influencing skills with the ability to represent Ofgem externally
• excellent written and spoken English
• degree level education
• knowledge of the energy industry and regulation; knowledge of, or experience in, institutional building in Europe/European Agencies and good knowledge of another European language is desirable

To find out how you can be part of the future of the energy debate, please visit our website to find out more and to apply: www.ofgemjobs.co.uk/recruitment-timetable

The closing date for receipt of applications is 9am, 20 February 2012.

Please quote reference OFG/758 in all correspondence.

The Ofgem (Office of Gas and Electricity Markets) Group regulates the gas and electricity industries in Britain. Our role is to protect consumers and enable them to secure value for money and benefit from reliable supplies. Ofgem has now restructured to meet its duties and obligations for both today’s and also tomorrow’s consumer. E-Serve is responsible for Ofgem’s delivery functions, while Ofgem maintains its regulatory and policy roles.

What we offer you:

• 25 days annual leave; rising to 30 days after two years
• excellent training and development opportunities
• the opportunity to join the Civil Service pension arrangements, which include a valuable range of benefits
• flexible working hours and family friendly policies
• subsidised gym and restaurant (London only)
• interest free season ticket loan, and
• an excellent working environment.

CVs will not be accepted or read. Please be aware that candidates may be required to undertake testing as part of the selection process. You will be required to complete a baseline security check. No agencies please.

This post is open to EC nationals, members of the Commonwealth, European Economic Area (EEA), Swiss nationals and certain non-EEA family members. Candidates from the Commonwealth must be free from any restrictions to take up employment in the UK. Ofgem is an equal opportunities employer. Protecting consumers and powering the future of the energy debate.