Lead commercial team, drive policy & connections reform, prepare for RIIO‑T3 framework.
5 days ago ago
£72,400
Expert & Leadership (13+ years)
Full Time
United Kingdom, Glasgow
Hybrid
Company Size
5,750 across the UK Employees
Service Specialisms
Construction
Operation & Maintenance
Retail
Sector Specialisms
Power Grid
Renewables
Energy Retail
Role
Description
customer liaison
price control
connections reform
team leadership
policy influence
process implementation
Developing an enhanced customer liaison function across SPT for customers connecting to the transmission network, ensuring all customers receive first class customer service throughout their connections journey with SPT.
Preparing the team for the introduction of the RIIO-T3 price control, commencing in April 2026, ensuring the relevant resources, priorities and governance procedures are in place for SPEN to deliver its commercial obligations and outputs in a timely and coordinated manner.
Supporting the ongoing development and career progression of the 3 first line reports, as well as supporting the ongoing development and wellbeing of the Commercial team, during a period of significant reform.
Leading an excellent, high-performing and busy team of 16 FTE with 3 first line reports through a period of significant industry change and reform, in the form of connections reform and the commencement of the RIIO-T3 price control framework.
Influencing and challenging the ongoing industry-wide review of the connections framework and wider commercial policy and code changes, identifying commercial opportunities in SPEN’s interests.
Ensuring that the Commercial team, as well as other relevant teams across SPT, have the relevant support, resources, processes and systems in place to deliver and implement the connections reform changes and new enduring connections model in a timely manner, for our connecting customers.
Requirements
energy policy
regulatory
microsoft office
contract negotiation
economics degree
leadership
Extensive energy policy or regulatory experience essential.
Excellent written and oral communication skills, including the abilities to influence and persuade effectively.
Advanced Microsoft Office, Excel, PowerPoint and Word skills (all packages).
Experience of the negotiation and agreement of contractual terms and conditions within the energy sector.
Numerically articulate with strong attention to detail.
Ability to devise solutions to complex problems/challenges and applying innovative thinking where necessary.
Economics, policy or legal related degree desirable.
A track record of delivery, ideally in a relevant area of activity.
Ability to consult others within the business, resolve differences and present a common agreed perspective.
Ability to communicate complex commercial concepts to both commercial and non-commercial audiences, verbally and in writing.
Self-motivated and driven individual with proven leadership skills to identify and deliver the priorities of the Transmission Commercial team during a time of significant industry change.
Benefits
Electric Vehicle Schemes – to help you transition to green/clean driving
Access to Savesmart financial wellbeing support
Healthcare benefit options including: Dental Insurance, Private Medical Insurance, Health Cash Plan and annual Health Assessments
Technology Vouchers – save more and spread the cost of your technology purchases
Cycle to Work scheme and Public Transport Season Ticket Loans
Life Assurance (4x salary)
Plus shopping, leisure, restaurant and gym discounts, and unique employee deals on travel insurance and more
Share Schemes
36 days annual leave
Holiday Purchase – perfect your work/life balance with extra annual leave
Training + Development
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Interview process
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Visa Sponsorship
the company will support the employee with the necessary immigration requirements if the applicant is not a citizen of the country.
Security clearance
successful candidates will be required to complete additional background checks and any offer is subject to passing such checks.
Generated through operations in energy networks, renewables, and retail and wholesale energy services.
£8.4 billion
Annual Revenue 2022
Reflects the company's performance across various energy-related business units.
13.1%
Year-On-Year Growth
Increase in annual revenue from 2022 to 2023.
Operates in electricity generation, transmission, and distribution and specialises in renewable energy, particularly onshore and offshore wind farms, and manages the transmission and distribution networks in South and Central Scotland, as well as parts of North Wales and North West England.
Provides electricity and gas to residential, commercial, and industrial customers across the UK, offering services such as smart metering, energy efficiency advice, and home services like boiler care and maintenance.
Has three main divisions: Energy Networks, Renewables, and Energy Retail and Wholesale.
Culture + Values
*SUSTAINABLE ENERGY:* Emphasises pioneering renewable energy, creating economic, social, and environmental value, with a commitment to safety, environmental respect, and ethical, rational, responsible actions.
*INTEGRATING FORCE:* Acts as a dynamic and responsible force for change, fostering collaboration, sharing knowledge, encouraging diversity, and growing talent to achieve common goals.
*DRIVING FORCE:* Focuses on bringing about efficient change by challenging processes, innovating for continuous improvement, and anticipating customer needs.
Environment + Sustainability
2040 Target
Net Zero Commitment
Committed to achieving net zero emissions by 2040.
100% Renewable
Clean Energy Production
All electricity generated from UK windfarms, ensuring a sustainable energy supply.
1,157 Turbines
Wind Energy Network
Operates a network of 1,157 turbines across onshore windfarms, contributing to significant renewable energy generation.
38 Windfarms
Energy Infrastructure
Maintains 38 onshore windfarm sites, supporting the transition to clean energy.
ScottishPower is a leader in renewable energy.
Enough electricity to power over 1.2 million homes, nearly half the homes in Scotland.
Capacity to generate 1,948 MW of electricity.
Inclusion & Diversity
35% Women Target
% of senior management roles
Target for women in senior management roles by 2030.
32% Female Representation
% in senior management
Increase in female representation in senior management from 26% in 2021 to 32% in 2022.
Collaborates with several recognised organisations to enhance its commitment to diversity and inclusion, such as the Business Disability Forum, The Armed Forces Covenant, Carers UK, ENABLE Scotland, and POWERful Women. It holds the highest level of accreditation of the Armed Forces Covenant (Gold Status) and received the Inclusive Workplace Award from the Scottish Union of Supported Employment for two consecutive years.