Senior Manager - European Electricity Policy (European Wholesale) , 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, Scotland

In this role, you will contribute to the development of regulatory strategy and policy related to European Electricity Infrastructure, in particular to interconnection. This includes development of the GB regulatory regime for interconnector investment, activities related to the North Seas Countries Offshore Grid Initiative (NSCOGI), and interactions between the GB onshore, offshore and cross border regulatory regimes.

You will be leading one of these policy areas, project managing a number of internal and external deliverables and managing contributions from team members and other directorates in Ofgem to deliver against priority areas. Effective stakeholder management and relationship building within Ofgem and externally (Government, GB Industry, European Institutions and regulators) will be essential to build robust interconnector related policy in this diverse area.

Key requirements

• educated to degree level or equivalent professional qualification
• expertise in developing and implementing policy in a commercial or public sector environment, ideally gained within the energy sector, or the regulatory environment
• team management experience in a policy analysis and policy delivery environment
• well developed communication skills, both written and verbal
• expertise in influencing industry, Government and European institutions
• excellent record in developing and drafting key policy documents
• ability to work and negotiate with a diverse range of stakeholders to achieve the best outcome for consumers
• track record in managing and delivering major projects against challenging deadlines
• expertise in GB and/or European network regulation, energy markets or energy policy

Understanding of relevant UK and European legal frameworks and the European Legislative process is advantageous

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/759 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.