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Manager, European Policy Ofgem


London, £31,500 - £38,600 p.a. (dependent on skills and expertise)                   
Glasgow, £29,200 - £35,795 p.a. (dependent on skills and expertise)                  
Based in London SW1 or Glasgow
European legislation drives much of the energy policy and regulatory activity in GB. Ofgem’s European team works on a number of projects relating to the development of cross border gas infrastructure and market rules at the European level.
We work with a wide variety of stakeholders across Europe, and collaborate extensively with our Regulator counterparts in other member states. Regulators have an important role in contributing to binding European legislation to develop a comprehensive framework for cross-border competition and infrastructure investment, to the benefit of GB and European consumers, and Ofgem takes a leading role in this.
This role will contribute to the development of appropriate European cross-border rules for gas infrastructure. You will be expected to engage with stakeholders (both independently and as part of a team) around particular policy issues, contribute to the development and drafting of internal and external deliverables and present updates to stakeholders, senior staff and team members. This is a diverse and inter-related area, therefore an ability to identify links and interactions between project areas and to manage a varied portfolio is essential.
Key Requirements:
  • Educated to degree level, or equivalent professional qualification.
  • Proven analytical and research skills, with the ability to draft documents.
  • Experience in developing policy, in a public or commercial environment.
  • Ability to represent Ofgem in external meetings, with diverse range of stakeholders.
  • Well developed communication skills and the ability to deliver projects against challenging timescales.
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:
The closing date for receipt of applications is 9am, 19 November, 2012.
Please quote reference OFG/925 in all correspondence.
What we offer you: Ÿ 25 days annual leave; rising to 30 days after two years Ÿ excellent training and development opportunities Ÿ the opportunity to join the Civil Service pension arrangements, which include a valuable range of benefits Ÿ flexible working hours and family friendly policies Ÿ subsidised gym and restaurant (London only) Ÿ interest free season ticket loan, and Ÿ 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.
In general, only nationals from the following countries (and associations of countries) are eligible for employment in the UK Civil Service: the United Kingdom, the Republic of Ireland, the Commonwealth, the EEA, Switzerland and Turkey. Certain family members of EEA, Swiss and Turkish nationals are also eligible regardless of their nationality. Candidates from the Commonwealth must be free from any restrictions to take up employment in the UK. For full details, go to http://www.civilservice.gov.uk/wp-content/uploads/2011/09/nationality-rules.pdf
Ofgem is an equal opportunities employer.