Code Governance Lead

National Energy System Operator Limited; Sindlesham; On-site; GBP 57,000 - 61,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Performance bonus

26 days annual leave

Pension contribution (double match up

NESO Savings Plan: 50% match

Flexible Holidays & Holiday Trading

Birthday Day Off

Cycle to Work Scheme

Private Medical Insurance

Critical Illness Insurance

Personal Accident Insurance

Job summary

National Energy System Operator Limited (NESO) is seeking a Code Governance Lead to direct governance and code administration across GB energy markets. You will chair key workgroups, manage code changes and engage regulators, panels and participants to deliver industry-wide reforms.

The role can be based at Wokingham or Warwick with hybrid working from office and home, and NESO welcomes both full-time and part-time applicants with flexible arrangements.

Qualifications

• Strong knowledge of industry code governance processes and their role in the energy sector.
• Experience developing and delivering effective stakeholder engagement strategies.
• Understanding GB electricity and gas markets and regulatory frameworks.
• Experience chairing meetings or industry forums with impartiality.
• Credibility to represent NESO in external forums.
• Excellent relationship-building and influencing skills.
• Collaborative approach across diverse teams.
• Effective project management across multiple workstreams.
• Excellent written and verbal communication for technical and non-technical audiences.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.

Responsibilities

• Lead on industry code governance processes for NESO.
• Project manage industry code changes through governance.
• Oversee day-to-day team code governance activities.
• Develop stakeholder engagement strategies and ensure clarity.
• Chair internal and external working groups (Code Panels/Workgroups).
• Provide advice on industry codes and governance.
• Identify and implement process improvements.
• Contribute to Ofgem governance relations.
• Contribute to CACoP and Code Administration input.
• Draft code modification proposals per CACoP.
• Drive initiatives to increase customer satisfaction in code governance.
• Drive process improvements for efficiencies.

Skills

Code governance

Stakeholder engagement

Regulatory frameworks

Chairing meetings

Project management

Communication

Negotiation

Analytical thinking

Job description

About the Role

National Energy System Operator (NESO) is seeking a highly organised and proactive Code Governance Lead to join our Market Frameworks directorate, at the centre of industry change and the future of Great Britain's energy system. In this role, you will lead code governance activities, chair key industry workgroups, and work with regulators, code panels and market participants to progress changes that support the transition to net zero. Success requires exceptional organisational and time management skills, with the ability to manage multiple priorities, coordinate complex initiatives and deliver against challenging deadlines. As a trusted governance specialist, you will build strong stakeholder relationships, facilitate effective discussions and help drive industry-wide change. We are looking for candidates with experience in project management, regulation, policy development or code modification processes who thrive in collaborative environments. This is an exciting opportunity to influence major industry reforms and make a tangible impact on the future of Great Britain's energy sector. This role can be based from Wokingham or Warwick, and we continue to offer hybrid working from office and home. We are open to full time and part time applicants, as well as flexible working arrangements.

Key Accountabilities

• Act as the expert on industry code governance processes and electricity code administration, leading on these on behalf of The National Energy System Operator
• Project manage industry code changes through the governance process
• Oversee the day to day activities of the team undertaking code governance and administration activities
• Strong communication skills and engagement strategies to set best practice for code administration to enable all network users to be able to understand and contribute to code modifications
• Fulfil the Chair and technical role for internal and external working groups (e.g. Code Panels/Workgroups)
• Provide advice in respect of industry codes and governance
• Identify and implement improvements in both internal and external code processes to deliver the most valuable service for our stakeholders
• Contribute to the Ofgem relationship relating to governance
• Contribute to The National Electricity System Operators input to the Code Administration Code of Practice meetings (CACoP)
• Develop expertise of key areas within the industry to better understand code modifications under development and assist with drafting code modification proposals in accordance with CACoP Principles
• Implement & drive initiatives to increase customer satisfaction across code governance
• Drive process improvements to create efficiencies within the team

Applicants must have the right to work in the UK by the start of employment. Visa sponsorship may not be available for this role and will be considered in line with business requirements.

About You

• Strong knowledge of industry code governance processes and an understanding of the role they play in shaping the future of Great Britain's energy sector.
• Proven experience developing and delivering effective communication and stakeholder engagement strategies, ensuring complex information is accessible and stakeholders remain informed, engaged and influential in decision‑making.
• A sound understanding of GB electricity and gas markets, regulatory frameworks and the challenges and opportunities facing the energy industry.
• Experience chairing meetings, workshops or industry forums with confidence, professionalism and impartiality, enabling productive discussions and successful outcomes.
• The credibility and professionalism to represent NESO in external industry forums, building trust and maintaining effective relationships with a broad range of stakeholders.
• Exceptional relationship‑building, negotiation and influencing skills, with the ability to engage constructively across all levels of an organisation and industry.
• Excellent interpersonal and team working skills, with a collaborative approach and the ability to work effectively across diverse teams and stakeholder groups.
• Effective project management skills, with the ability to oversee multiple workstreams simultaneously, manage risks and dependencies, and ensure successful delivery within agreed timescales.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to prepare clear reports, briefing papers and presentations for both technical and non‑technical audiences.
• Strong analytical and problem‑solving abilities, enabling you to navigate complex issues, identify practical solutions and drive continuous improvement.

What You'll Get

A competitive salary of £57,000 - £61,000pa dependent on experience and capability

As well as your base salary, NESO's core benefits are the essential perks and advantages that form part of your employee package.

• You will receive a bonus based on company performance
• 26 days annual leave as standard
• A competitive contributory pension scheme where we will double match your contribution to a maximum company contribution of 12%
• Annual Enrollment to NESO Savings Plan, when you save between £20- £500 a month from your take-home pay, we will pay a 50% matching contribution
• Flexible Bank Holidays & Holiday Trading
• Additional Birthday Day Off
• Cycle to Work Scheme, Retail & Gym Discounts
• Private Medical Insurance, Critical Illness Insurance & Personal Accident Insurance

NESO's flexible benefits programme provides you with more flexibility around your health, lifestyle and protection benefits, here's just a few available:

About Us

At the National Energy System Operator (NESO), we play a vital role in tackling climate change and securing Great Britain's energy future. We already operate the world's fastest decarbonising electricity system and are working towards our ambition to run it carbon-free for a short period this year - provided the market supplies electricity exclusively from renewable sources. Alongside this, we provide expert advice to government on how to deliver a clean power system by 2030. In autumn 2024, the Electricity System Operator (ESO) transitioned to become NESO - an independent, expert public corporation with a whole-system view across electricity, gas, and hydrogen. NESO operates independently and transparently, always acting in the best interests of all energy users. Licensed and regulated by Ofgem, we make impartial decisions that balance sustainability, affordability and security. Our organisation is fully independent from government, the regulator and all commercial interests, with a clear focus on system-wide benefit, long term thing and public value. The time to deliver is now. Join the energy transformation and help shape the future. Your energy. Our future. Together

More Information

More Information This role closes at 23:59, on the date displayed on the top of this advert. Interviews will be held w/c 7th and 14th Sept Research shows that some people may hesitate to apply unless they meet every single requirement. At NESO, we believe potential comes in many forms and we're committed to a fair, inclusive recruitment We're committed to building a workforce that represents the communities we serve, and a working environment in which each individual feels valued, respected, fairly treated, and able to reach their full potential. If this role sparks your interest but you're not sure you tick every box, we still want to hear from you. process where everyone has the opportunity to show their talents. We celebrate the difference people can bring into our organisation, and welcome and encourage applicants with diverse experiences and backgrounds. At the National Energy System Operator (NESO), we play a vital role in tackling climate change and securing Great Britain's energy future. We already operate the world's fastest decarbonising electricity system and are working towards our ambition to run it carbon-free for a short period this year - provided the market supplies electricity exclusively from renewable sources. Alongside this, we provide expert advice to government on how to deliver a clean power system by 2030. In autumn 2024, the Electricity System Operator (ESO) transitioned to become NESO - an independent, expert public corporation with a whole-system view across electricity, gas, and hydrogen. NESO operates independently and transparently, always actin in the best interests of all energy users. Licensed and regulated by Ofgem, we make impartial decisions that balance sustainability, affordability and security. Our organisation is fully independent from government, the regulator and all commercial interests, with a clear focus on system-wide benefit, long term thing and public value. The time to deliver is now. Join the energy transformation and help shape the future. Your energy. Our future. Together