Senior Policy & Regulation Specialist

Overview

Develop and lead onshore connection policy and regulatory strategy for Ireland's power grid.

Key Responsibilities

• regulatory policy
• regulator liaison
• policy research
• consultation lead
• strategic projects
• charging support

Tasks

-Working with team leadership on developing and leading new policies including representing the business at different levels internally and externally. -Build an effective and trusted relationship with the regulator, managing and delivering regulatory requirements in a timely manner. -Research in relation to regulatory approaches elsewhere and their applicability to the EirGrid group of businesses. -Act as regulation lead for specific regulatory and commercial deliverables including as point of contact with the Commission for Regulation of Utilities in respect of same. -Formulating positions on a range of regulatory policy issues (technical, commercial and/or financial) in line with corporate strategy and requiring cross-company co-ordination, and leading public consultations where required. -Leading cross functional company responses to regulatory consultations to influence agreed strategic outcomes. -Support delivery of charging information for strategic customers connecting to the power system. -Support strategic regulatory projects particularly in areas of national importance such as security of supply, interconnection, and others. -Provide regulatory support to other areas of the business in respect of relevant regulatory issues. -Provision of quality regulatory policy insights and input for the business.

Requirements

• degree
• regulation
• analytical
• policy drafting
• 4 years
• teamwork

What You Bring

-Demonstrated flexible working approach with ability to prioritise a wide range of demands and activities whilst maintaining a professional and positive focus. -Knowledge of and experience of working in a regulated utility/ regulator is desirable. -High level of attention to detail and pride in one’s own work. -Excellent qualitative and quantitative analytical abilities, coupled with the ability to make reasoned judgements based on available information. -A degree or other recognised qualification in business, economics, engineering, or a closely related discipline. -Ability to draft and present documentation in a rational, evidence-based, clear and concise manner. -Excellent oral and written communication skills including report writing. -Ability to guide, persuade and influence others on regulatory matters. -Experience of researching/drafting policy papers independently and as part of a team for publication. -Minimum of 4 years’ experience in a similar role, in a multidisciplinary environment. -Demonstrated ability to work as part of a team, while also being able to define and guide work under minimal supervision.

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About Eirgrid Group

-Operates and manages the electricity transmission grid in Ireland and Northern Ireland. -Ensures reliable delivery of power across both regions. -Plays a key role in the integration of renewable energy into the national grid. -A leader in innovation, focused on transitioning towards a cleaner energy future. -Supports the development of infrastructure for new energy sources such as wind and solar. -Involved in major projects to upgrade and enhance grid capacity and resilience. -Collaborates with governments, developers, and other utilities to advance sustainable energy solutions. -Notable for its work in facilitating the connection of large-scale renewable energy projects. -Also involved in energy market operations and system stability for a green energy transition.

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