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National Grid Cross Boarder Strategy Manager - ESO in Wokingham, United Kingdom
About the role
Great Britain's electricity system is undergoing an ambitious, exciting and vital transformation. Together with industry, we are creating a cleaner, greener system, one that protects the planet and serves generations to come.
The ESO Markets function sets the strategy for, designs and delivers a range of long-term and real-time markets to balance and operate a secure, rapidly decarbonising GB electricity system, at best value to consumers. These markets send critical investment and operational signals to a wide range of supply, demand and flexible technologies, including interconnectors.
In GB, the government’s Review of Electricity Market Arrangements (REMA) is looking to fundamentally reform how electricity markets and policy are designed for net zero and cross border trading will key to success in our decarbonisation journey.
This role is very stakeholder-facing – you will need to work with and influence a wide range of external stakeholders, both in GB (government and policymakers, regulator, interconnector owners and developers) and in Europe (System Operators, Governments, trade associations and market players).
You will lead a high-performing strategic team. Importantly, you will also need to work collaboratively across all ESO departments – Markets, Networks and System Operations – to develop a strategy that is holistic and implementable.
This role can be based from Wokingham or Warwick, 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.
About us
The ESO has a key role to play in tackling climate change by transitioning GB’s electricity system to net zero. We already operate the fastest decarbonising electricity system in the world, with an ambition for zero carbon operation by 2025. And by 2035, we want to run 100% clean, green energy, all the time.
Becoming the National Energy System Operator
In Summer of 2024, the ESO will transition to becoming the National Energy System Operator, or NESO for short. Previously denoted as the Future System Operator (or FSO), the new National Energy System Operator will be the independent body responsible for planning Great Britain’s electricity and gas networks and operating the electricity system.
The ESO, including all of its existing roles, will be 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 will be 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 the ESO are today, 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.
Key Accountabilities
Work with industry and markets experts, as well as internal experts across the ESO, to develop a cross border market strategy for GB
Collaborate with and influence key GB stakeholders (government, regulator, industry and market players) as well as in Europe (system operators, policymakers, trade associations)
Work across the organisation to coordinate with other key strategic and operational teams and programmes, such as National Control, Net Zero Market Reform, Zero Carbon Operability, Centralised Strategic Network Planning, Future Energy Scenarios.
Influence and engage with the ESO Executive Team to deliver key strategic recommendations.
Use data and models to provide evidence for your strategic decisions and use the outputs to persuade others.
You will play a leading role in demonstrating thought leadership and influencing a range of senior stakeholders and customers, including Government, Ofgem and all corners of the industry. This will include developing strong relationships with industry players across the various markets.
Work along with other ESO leaders and be responsible for setting the culture and a positive working environment in the Markets function, as well as the ESO, which strives to be the Net Zero Employer of Choice. That is a culture that embraces diversity, inclusion and innovation, as well as high performance, wellbeing and resilience
About you
What we do isn’t just important – it’s essential. That’s why we look to recruit experts in their field. In this case, we’re looking for someone who:
Proven strategy experience, ideally from working in a strategy role at a consultancy or utility.
Deep understanding of GB and European energy markets and policy and of the economics of investment and operation in those markets.
Deep understanding of cross border market arrangements, as well as interconnector investment, development and operation
Proven leadership and influencing skills, not just in leading high-performing and motivated teams, but in working effectively across your peer group and senior management, gaining buy in to priorities and driving delivery through others. You should have a passion for people development.
Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal, including articulation of complex insights in a compelling and credible way that is appropriate for the audience.
What you'll get
A competitive salary between £75,000 - £80,000pa – dependent on experience and capability.
As well as your base salary, you will receive a bonus of up to 15% of your salary for stretch performance, 28 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%.
As we work towards creating a cleaner, greener, and more affordable future for all, we also work towards creating a place for our teammates to belong, with professional and personal growth and positive well-being.
Full support and career-development resources to expand your skills, enhance your expertise, and maximise your potential along your career journey.
A diverse and inclusive community of belonging, where teammates are empowered to bring ideas to the table.
Generous Total Rewards Plan – comprising of health, finance and wealth, work/life balance, and career benefits.
More Information
This role closes on 21st July 2024 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 (https://jobs.nationalgrid.com/UK/content/Diversity-equity-and-inclusion/?locale=en_GB) , 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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