About the RoleBase Location: London, Reading, Perth or GlasgowSalary: Circa £50,000 + performance-related bonus + a range of other benefits to support your family, finances and wellbeing.Working Pattern: Permanent | Full Time | Flexible First options availableMain Purpose of Job: Recognise and understand often complex energy policy issues which could have a current/future financial or operational impact on SSEN Distribution and work closely with the Regulation team to decide how SSEN could and should respond. Liaise to offer direct policy support and strategic advice to senior leadership on policy ahead of engagement with industry, government, the regulator and other key senior stakeholders. Work closely with the Public Affairs Manager to create and maximise opportunities to engage with key political individuals and senior decision makers to secure positive outcomes. Use data, insights, and your knowledge of the regulatory framework to influence key policy decisions for the benefit of our customers and business. Through accurate and in-depth reading of the energy context, gather and analyse up to date information on political, governmental and key influencer activities to provide policy advice and strategic support to SSEN Distribution. Working with others, identify the key business issues requiring Corporate Affairs support; and regularly review these to ensure they align with changing business priorities and objectives. Advise impacted business teams on the potential impact of existing and future government policies.What do I need?To be considered for this role, we would love you to have: A proven track record of delivering influential policy analysis or research. An in-depth understanding of the energy sector, the broader context of the UK and EU energy policy landscape and the policy development process in the UK. Experience or knowledge of regulated markets would be desirable. An ability to achieve business objectives through excellence in policy development, communication and influencing of key stakeholders. An ability to identify, understand, analyse and interpret potential problems, and suggest potential solutions. Excellent verbal and written communication skills with the ability to convey arguments that persuade and influence others. A real passion for energy policy and the net zero transition.About our BusinessPeople in Corporate Affairs work collaboratively externally and internally to advise, influence and communicate in order to help SSE's businesses succeed and contribute to SSE being a leading energy provider in a low-carbon world. We have a wide range of audiences we want to reach including investors, competitors, governments, partners, suppliers, communities and prospective employees, and our Corporate Affairs team build and cultivate these relationships to help us get our story across.What's in it for you?An excellent package with 34 days holiday entitlement, enhanced maternity/paternity leave, discounted healthcare, salary sacrifice car leasing and much more, view our full benefits package on our careers site.As an equal opportunity employer we encourage diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We actively encourage applicants from all protected characteristics and commit to providing any reasonable adjustments required during the application, assessment and upon joining SSE. Search for 'Inclusion & Diversity at SSE' to find out more.Next StepsAll applications should be submitted online, and I'll be back in touch after the vacancy closing date to let you know the outcome.If you would like to discuss any working differently requirements or adjustments you may require throughout the recruitment and selection process, please contact Kimberlee on Kimberlee.anderson@sse.com / +44 1738 341523.Before commencing employment with SSE, you'll be required to fully complete our pre-employment screening process consisting of a basic criminal records and credit check.Find out more here.
