Associate Partner, European Markets and Co-ordination

OFGEM - Office of the Gas and Electricity Markets

London, United Kingdom

c. £80k 

Ofgem is working with a range of partners and regulators across Europe to support the development of an integrated European energy market.

Our Associate Partner will play a leading role in this work with a particular focus on three key areas:

• Ensuring a clear strategy is in place for the completion, implementation and enforcement of European Network Codes and that Ofgem fulfils its commitments in regard to this project;
• Leading on the business opportunities that an integrated European energy market present to our GB wholesale energy market;
• Co-ordinating all European activity within Ofgem, ensuring we are well informed on developments in Europe and our international strategies are fit for purpose and well informed.

You will need the following skills and experience:

• A depth of experience in strategic thinking and policy-making;
• An understanding of the European Target Models for gas and electricity and the institutions in Europe responsible for bringing this into effect;
• An understanding of GB wholesale market arrangements;
• An excellent track record in building relationships at a senior level;
• Strong influencing and communication skills;
• Excellent team and project management and delivery skills;
• Be a confident, accomplished and experienced leader, able to build relationships and influence stakeholders at all levels.

This role will involve regular travel throughout Europe.

To apply, please go to:

www.ofgem.gov.uk/careers

Closing date: 6th September 2013.

What we offer you:

• 30 days annual leave;
• 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. 

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. Protecting consumers and powering the future of the energy debate.