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Who we are

As an independent National Regulatory Authority, the Office of Gas and Electricity Markets (Ofgem) plays a vital role in public life. We want to secure a greener and fairer energy system that will better serve consumers, and it is against this fascinating backdrop that you could get your policy career off to a great start.

What you’ll be doing

This is a thrilling opportunity to embark on a fulfilling career in policy development. Tasked with a wide variety of policy and regulatory-related tasks, you will tackle issues that impact on both consumers and energy industry participants.

Ofgem operates a Flexible resourcing model but regardless of which team you join you will embark on an interesting learning curve as you work with a variety of Ofgem functions to tackle complex problems. Using qualitative and quantitative data to support the drafting of evidence-based policy documents, you will have the opportunity to develop skills in writing consultations, decision letters, impact assessments and more.

The initial role will be within the Energy Systems Management & Security (ESMS) directorate, operating within our Policy & Strategy Profession and joining the Electricity System Operator (ESO) team). Working in the ESO Regulation team provides an opportunity to gain a broad understanding of the energy system, as well as experience of a bespoke form of monopoly regulation. As the ESO manages £bn of costs and impacts outcomes throughout the energy sector, it also provides an opportunity to make a big difference to consumer outcomes.

What you’ll bring to the role

Analytical skills are essential, with an ability to analysie, understand and draw robust conclusions from evidence. You’ll also have good organisational skills with a track record of managing multiple priorities and delivering against deadlines. You’ll be able to communicate issues clearly and will be able to build strong working relationships across teams. Finally, you’ll have demonstrable interest in public policy, decorbonisation and/ or energy.

What you can expect

It’s important that we are reflective of the consumers and communities that we serve, so we welcome candidates from all backgrounds, and especially those from underrepresented groups. While this is a full-time role, we will happily accommodate flexible working patterns and job shares, and we will provide you with a competitive benefits package.

The current energy market situation is unprecedented. The record increase and volatility in global gas prices has put the energy market under severe strain, and is putting upward pressure on customers’ energy bills. Now more than ever we need to go further and faster in pursuing the country’s climate goals, reduce our reliance on fossil fuels, ensure security of supply and keep the energy system on track to delivering Net Zero.

Bold action is required and we are looking for people to help us deliver a greener, fairer energy system.

We are looking for candidates who thrive in an agile, diverse and fast-paced environment with an interest in delivering benefits for consumers, communities, or society.

Operate a Flexible Resourcing model. You will have the opportunity to work flexibly across Ofgem supporting on a range of projects or may have a longer deployment within a team where you have in-demand specialist skills, knowledge, and expertise.

Your initial role will be to join the team responsible for regulating the Electricity System Operator (ESO). The ESO has a key role in the energy system, and it is currently going through a major transition. Its activities are expanding in scope and scale as it is taking on a leading role in delivering the change required to the energy sector to meet Net Zero. We regulate the ESO to ensure it delivers in consumers’ interests and that it is stepping up to the challenge of decarbonisation. We set the ESO’s price control, design its financial incentives, and monitor its performance. In April this year, we decided jointly with the Department for Energy Security and Net Zero (DENZ) that the ESO would become part of a new, independent Future System Operator (FSO) with increased responsibilities across both the electricity and gas systems. Our team has a key role in ensuring the transition from ESO to FSO works in consumer’s interests. Finally, we work with the ESO and other Ofgem teams to deliver improvements to the regulatory frameworks that underpin the planning and operation of the energy system.

Working in the ESO Regulation team provides an opportunity to gain a broad understanding of the energy system, as well as experience of a bespoke form of monopoly regulation. As the ESO manages £bn of costs and impacts outcomes throughout the energy sector, it also provides an opportunity to make a big difference to consumer outcomes. You will have the opportunity to work flexibly across a range of the team’s projects to support the development of your skills, knowledge, and expertise.

The essential criteria for this role is:

• [Lead Criteria] Analytical skills: ability to analyse, understand and draw robust conclusions from evidence
• Organisational skills: responsible and organised, with a track record of managing multiple priorities and delivering against deadlines.
• Communication skills: an ability to communicate issues clearly and effectively, both orally and verbally.
• Collaboration skills: an ability to build and maintain effective relationships and work as part of a team.
• Demonstrable interest in public policy, decarbonisation and/or energy.

The desirable criteria for this role is:

• Quantitative analysis: experience conducting quantitative analysis and using datasets.

We'll assess you against these behaviours during the selection process:

• Making Effective Decisions
• Delivering at Pace
• Communicating and Influencing
• Working Together

We'll assess you against these technical skills during the selection process:

• Please refer to candidate pack for details

Job contact :

Name :
Cheryl stobo
Email :
[email protected]

Recruitment team :

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