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Avangrid

Strategic Compliance Manager

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Avangrid
Leading U.S. energy holding firm operating utilities and renewable power assets across 24 states.
Leads financial governance, regulatory compliance, and performance reporting for SP Energy Networks.
6d ago
£61,600 - £77,000
Expert & Leadership (13+ years), Experienced (8-12 years)
Full Time
United Kingdom, Birkenhead
Hybrid
Company Size
7,999 Employees
Service Specialisms
Renewable Energy
Power Generation
Transmission
Distribution
Energy Storage
Engineering
Project Management
Operations & Maintenance
Sector Specialisms
Energy
Renewable Energy
Electricity Transmission
Electricity Distribution
Smart Grids
Grid Infrastructure
Power Generation
Natural Gas Utilities
Role
What you would be doing
budgeting
investment approval
sap housekeeping
regulatory reporting
carbon reporting
financial controls
  • Lead and manage a team responsible for delivering accurate budgeting, forecasting, and business planning across ~10,000 live projects and £225m annual spend.
  • Collaborate with internal and external stakeholders including Ofgem, auditors, contractors, and industry working groups to ensure compliance and influence future regulatory frameworks
  • Manage the Directorate’s investment approval process, ensuring only value-adding projects are approved and supported by robust commercial analysis.
  • Lead the development of carbon offset reporting and pricing policy strategy, supporting sustainability and commercial value.
  • Act as licence lead for financial control policy, ensuring all controls are implemented, communicated, and compliant with governance standards.
  • Champion SAP housekeeping, TECO targets, and operational excellence to ensure data integrity and delivery efficiency.
  • Oversee capital investment governance, ensuring compliance with Iberdrola and Ofgem policies, and chair monthly/quarterly governance meetings.
  • Lead the development and submission of regulatory reports, including RRP tables and Open Data requirements, ensuring alignment with Data Assurance Guidance and RIGs.
  • Drive strategic initiatives to improve performance, reduce unit costs, and maximise profit—targeting efficiencies such as reducing Payments in Advance by 20% and recovering £6–12m in overheads annually.
  • Support and deputise for the Commercial and Performance Manager, contributing to strategic decision-making and continuous improvement across the business.
What you bring
senior manager
strategic
leadership
sap
accounting
commercial qualification
  • Proven experience in a senior managerial role, ideally within SPEN or a related business area.
  • Strategic thinker with excellent planning, coordination, and problem-solving abilities.
  • Ability to influence senior stakeholders and drive business change across multiple functions.
  • Strong leadership skills with the ability to manage and develop a high-performing team.
  • Experience managing complex data and reporting systems, including SAP and other financial tools.
  • Expert knowledge of accounting practices, regulatory obligations, and commercial law.
  • Professional qualification in Commercial/Accounting or equivalent is desirable but not essential.
Benefits
  • Options to purchase dental insurance, private medical insurance, health cash plan and annual health assessments
  • Electric Vehicle Schemes – to help you transition to green/clean driving
  • Holiday purchase – perfect your work/life balance with extra annual leave
  • Access to ‘nudge’ financial wellbeing support
  • Cycle to Work scheme and public transport season ticket loans
  • Share Incentive Plan and Sharesave Scheme
  • Plus shopping, leisure, restaurant and gym discounts, and unique employee deals on travel insurance and more
  • Life Assurance (4x salary)
  • 36 days annual leave
  • Technology Vouchers – save more and spread the cost of your technology purposes
Training + Development
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Interview process
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Visa Sponsorship
  • non‑citizen applicants must comply with immigration requirements; the company will support necessary sponsorship.
Security clearance
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Company
Overview
47 Billion
Assets Under Management
Total value of company assets across all operations.
3.3M+ Customers
Electric & Gas Users
Over 3.3 million customers served across New York and New England.
10.0 GW
Power Generation Capacity
Combined electricity output from owned and operated facilities.
  • Born in 2015 from a merger with UIL Holdings, creating a national powerhouse from regional utilities.
  • Headquartered in Orange, Connecticut, with operations in 24 U.S. states.
  • Its utilities arm manages eight electric and natural gas systems.
  • Projects include onshore wind, solar, biomass, thermal plants, and grid upgrades.
  • Fully acquired by Iberdrola in late 2024, enhancing investment potential.
  • Key ventures include the nation's largest offshore wind project and the Maine Power upgrade.
  • Combines local legacy with large-scale clean energy ambition.
Culture + Values
  • Sustainable: We seek to be a model of inspiration for creating economic, social and environmental value in our communities and we act positively to affect local development, generate employment, and give back to the community.
  • Agile: We act efficiently and with passion to drive innovation and continuous improvement at both the local and global level.
  • Collaborative: We work together toward a common purpose and mutual benefit while valuing each other and our differences.
Environment + Sustainability
By 2030
Carbon Neutrality Target
The company aims to achieve carbon neutrality for Scopes 1 and 2.
9.3 GW
Emissions-Free Capacity
Installed capacity in wind and solar energy.
10 GW
Energy Goal
Target to generate 10 GW of emissions-free energy capacity by 2025.
70%
Emissions Reduction Goal
Aim to reduce emissions intensity by 70% by 2030 compared to 2015 levels.
  • One of the country’s cleanest utilities.
  • Compliance Leader Verification certification by Ethisphere Institute for third consecutive term.
Inclusion & Diversity
2024
Forbes Recognition
Recognized as one of Forbes America’s Best Employers for Diversity in the 2024 ranking.
300M Spend
Supplier Diversity Goal
Aim to increase spend with certified diverse suppliers to $300 million by 2025, up from $195 million in 2022.
  • DEI strategy focus areas: increasing diverse representation (especially in leadership), promoting equitable growth opportunities, establishing pathways for community and connection.
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