Asset Policy & Strategy Manager

SSE PLC; Aberdeen City; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Private healthcare

Gym discounts

Cycle to Work

Family entitlements

Job summary

SSE is seeking an Asset Policy and Strategy Manager to provide risk-based assurance of the Asset Management System and to lead the internal audit programme. You will coordinate external certification audits and guide assurance activities across senior stakeholders.

The role requires strong audit governance, ISO 55001 knowledge, and the ability to drive improvements in a complex, asset-intensive environment. Travel to SSEN sites is expected.

Qualifications

• Experience in managing audit programmes within complex, regulated asset-intensive organisations.
• Strong knowledge of ISO 55001 and risk-based management system auditing.
• Experience delivering assurance programmes and overseeing external certification audits.

Responsibilities

• Lead the Assurance function within Network Strategy and Assurance, setting priorities and standards and developing auditor capability.
• Own and maintain the Asset Management Internal Audit Procedure and related strategy.
• Develop and deliver a risk-based Asset Management internal audit programme aligned with ISO 55001.
• Act as the principal contact for external ISO 55001 certification audits and coordinate stakeholders.
• Direct assurance reporting and oversee corrective actions across risk and group functions.

Skills

Audit programme management

ISO 55001 knowledge

Risk-based auditing

Stakeholder communication

Leadership

Education

Lead Auditor qualification

Institute of Asset Management qualification

Job description

Base Location: Flexible Scotland | We're proud to offer a Flexible First approach to work, and this role is no exception. We will, however, need your base 'home' location to be one of our SSEN offices or depots around Scotland, Perth, Aberdeen or Inverness

Salary: £59,800 - £89,800 + performance-related bonus + a range of benefits to support your finances, wellbeing and family.

Working Pattern: Permanent | Full Time OR Part Time | Flexible First options available

The role

The Asset Policy and Strategy Manager will be a part of the Network Strategy and Assurance team and is responsible for providing risk-based assurance of SSEN Transmission's Asset Management System.

You will manage the internal audit programme, facilitate external certification audits and provide assurance guidance to senior stakeholders. Working with assurance and business teams, you will ensure activity is coordinated, evidence-led and focused on key risks and value.

You will

• Lead the Assurance function within Network Strategy and Assurance, setting priorities and standards, managing team performance, resources and workload, and developing auditor capability through coaching, professional development and succession planning.
• Own and maintain the Asset Management Internal Audit Procedure and the Asset Management System Review, Assurance & Development Strategy.
• Develop and deliver a risk-based Asset Management internal audit programme aligned with the ISO 55001 certification cycle, overseeing the full audit lifecycle and escalating significant issues.
• Act as the principal contact for external ISO 55001 certification audits, coordinating the certification body, audit scope, schedules, evidence, site visits and stakeholder preparation.
• Direct assurance reporting and corrective-action oversight, identifying systemic risks and improvement opportunities, coordinating with Risk and Assurance and Group functions, and take responsibility for the Directorate's annual Letter of Assurance return.

A full and valid UK driving licence is also required, as travel to SSEN Transmission sites and offices forms part of the role.

You have

• Demonstrable experience of managing audit programme, assurance and governance of management systems within a complex, regulated or asset-intensive organisation, with strong working knowledge of ISO 55001 and risk-based management system auditing.
• Experience developing and delivering assurance programmes, overseeing external certification audits and provider relationships, and using assurance outcomes to drive measurable organisational improvement.
• A relevant professional qualification or equivalent experience in audit, assurance, risk or asset management, together with a recognised Lead Auditor qualification or demonstrable equivalent audit management experience. An Institute of Asset Management qualification or relevant professional membership would be advantageous.
• Strong people-management capability, with experience of setting direction, managing competing priorities and developing the technical competence of team members.
• Strong analytical, communication and professional judgement, with the ability to interpret complex evidence, identify systemic weaknesses, present audit, risk and assurance matters clearly to senior stakeholders, provide constructive feedback and maintain neutrality.

A full and valid UK driving licence is also required, as travel to SSEN Transmission sites and offices forms part of the role.

About SSE

SSE's purpose is to provide energy needed today while building a better world of energy for tomorrow. We do this by developing, building, operating and investing in electricity infrastructure and businesses needed in the energy transition. Our Transforming for Growth investment plan sees us investing £33bn in critical electricity infrastructure across the five years to 2030.

SSEN Transmission own and operate the electricity transmission network across the north of Scotland. We transport energy from where it is generated to where it is needed, ensuring a safe and reliable electricity supply for the communities we serve. But that's not all - we're upgrading the grid to deliver cleaner, homegrown energy for the future and building a network for net zero to create secure power for generations to come.

Flexible benefits to fit your life

Enjoy discounts on private healthcare and gym memberships. Wellbeing benefits like a free online GP and 24/7 counselling service. Interest-free loans on tech and transport season tickets, or a new bike with our Cycle to Work scheme. As well as generous family entitlements such as maternity and adoption pay, and paternity leave.

Work with an equal opportunity employer

SSE will make any reasonable adjustments you need to ensure that your application and experience with us is positive. please contact Andy on [e-mail] / 01738 275370 to discuss how we can support you.

We're dedicated to fostering an open and inclusive workplace where people from all backgrounds can thrive. We create equal opportunities for everyone to succeed and especially welcome applications from those who may not be well represented in our workforce or industry.