Energy Technology Models and Markets Analyst

SSEN Transmission; Perth; Hybrid; GBP 36,000 - 54,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Private healthcare discounts

Wellbeing benefits and counselling

Cycle to Work scheme

Maternity / Adoption pay

Paternity leave

Job summary

SSEN Transmission is seeking an Energy Technology Models and Markets Analyst to develop future energy scenarios for the north of Scotland within national and global contexts. The role supports strategic planning and broader strategy development.

You will gather data, develop archetype reports and feed insights into network plans and investment judgments, while producing clear reports for stakeholders including government, regulators, and partners.

Qualifications

• Strong understanding of energy technologies, economics and GB energy markets.
• Systematic, analytical approach and ability to research beyond own field.
• Confidence to engage with technical, financial and engineering specialists.
• Experience building relationships with internal and external partners.
• Excellent communication, numeracy and presentation skills.

Responsibilities

• Gather data to understand energy users, generators and flexibility providers and market factors.
• Support development of energy technology archetype reports and interactions with grids.
• Feed insights into network plans, investment decisions and strategy.
• Develop and maintain energy scenarios for north of Scotland in global context.
• Produce high-quality reports and presentations for government, regulators and partners.

Skills

Energy technologies

Policy insight

Analytical thinking

Stakeholder engagement

Numeracy & presentation

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:

£36,200 - £54,400 + performance-related bonus + a range of benefits to support your finances, wellbeing and family.

Working Pattern:

Permanent | Full Time | Flexible First options available

The role

The Energy Technology Models and Markets Analyst plays a key role in our Energy Futures function, helping to develop future energy scenarios for the north of Scotland within national and global contexts. These scenarios provide critical input into SSEN Transmission’s strategic planning, business plans and wider strategy development.

You will

• Gather data and evidence to understand how energy users, generators and flexibility providers behave, and how policy, industry, technology, market, national and global factors may impact supply, demand and SSEN Transmission.
• Support the development of energy technology archetype reports, showing how different energy technologies interact with electricity grids and with each other.
• Feed insights and findings into network system plans, investment judgements and strategic decision‑making.
• Support the development and maintenance of future energy scenarios for the north of Scotland, set within national and global contexts.
• Produce clear, high-quality reports and presentations, and build strong relationships with internal and external stakeholders including government, regulators, consumer groups, network companies, supply chain partners and technology providers.

You have

• A good understanding of energy technologies, economics, policy, commercial arrangements, GB energy networks and GB energy markets.
• A systematic, disciplined and analytical approach, with the ability to conduct independent research and confidently question and explore topics outside your immediate field of expertise.
• The confidence to engage with technical, financial and engineering specialists to gather relevant information and develop robust insight.
• Experience building positive working relationships with internal stakeholders and external partners across public and private sectors.
• Strong communication, numeracy and presentation skills, with curiosity, commitment, good work discipline and a willingness to learn.

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.

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.

If you're offered a role with SSE, you'll need to complete a criminality check and a credit check before you start work.