Flexibility Markets Strategist

SSE plc; Aberdeen City; Hybrid; GBP 44,000 - 66,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible first options

Private healthcare discounts

Gym membership discounts

Online GP service

Counselling service

Cycle to Work scheme

Family entitlements (maternity/adption

Job summary

SSE plc is seeking a candidate to support flexibility services in SSEN Distribution, splitting time between offices across Scotland and the UK. The role focuses on unlocking network capacity, improving market participation, and guiding strategy for a rapidly evolving energy sector.

Applicants should bring a solid understanding of economic principles, experience with market design concepts, and strong Excel/data reporting skills.

Qualifications

• Understanding of economic principles as a foundation for market design.
• Ability to present complex concepts to diverse audiences clearly.
• Experience building relationships with stakeholders and gathering information.
• Enthusiasm for learning new skills and adapting to change.
• Experience reporting results in a clear and accurate way.

Responsibilities

• Support the procurement and promotion of flexibility services, driving market participation and competition.
• Engage with flexibility providers to grow market liquidity and expand programme reach.
• Monitor industry and regulatory changes, ensuring compliance with licence obligations and market requirements.
• Support the delivery and continuous improvement of flexibility services across the business.
• Help shape long-term flexibility strategy, working with stakeholders to unlock new opportunities and support the energy transition.

Skills

Economic principles

Market design understanding

Stakeholder communication

Reporting clarity

Adaptability

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Job description

SSE plc is seeking a candidate to support flexibility services in SSEN Distribution, splitting time between offices across Scotland and the UK. The role focuses on unlocking network capacity, improving market participation, and guiding strategy for a rapidly evolving energy sector.

Applicants should bring a solid understanding of economic principles, experience with market design concepts, and strong Excel/data reporting skills.