Head of Information Management

Scottish and Southern Electricity Networks; Inverness; On-site; GBP 78,000 - 118,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading energy company in the UK is seeking a Head of Information Management to lead governance and optimize project data management. Responsibilities include developing frameworks for data quality and compliance within a large-scale infrastructure environment. Applicants should have expert knowledge in regulated settings and exceptional leadership skills. This role offers a competitive salary and flexible working options.

Benefits

Discounts on private healthcare

Wellbeing benefits

Interest-free loans on transport season tickets

Qualifications

• Experience in regulated infrastructure environments is essential.
• Ability to lead within complex, matrix organisations.
• Strong delivery mindset with commitment to high standards.

Responsibilities

• Provide strategic and operational leadership in information management.
• Develop and maintain governance frameworks.
• Lead document control and data quality initiatives.

Skills

Expert knowledge of information management

Leadership and stakeholder engagement skills

Proven experience in large-scale capital programmes

Data governance and compliance

Improvement-focused and resilient

Job description

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Base Location: For this role, we require successful applicants to be based from one of our Scottish locations - Perth, Glasgow, Aberdeen or Inverness

Salary: £78,400 - £117,600 + car /car allowance + 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

As SSEN Transmission delivers a multi £bn portfolio of major infrastructure projects to enable low carbon energy, strengthen the UK's electricity network, and achieve Net Zero, we've established a new Project Services function to provide the governance, insight, and expertise that underpin successful delivery.

As Head of Information Management you will ensure systems, standards, and structures are in place to manage and optimise project data. This includes document control, digital collaboration, data governance, and regulatory compliance-supporting safe, efficient delivery across all directorates, contractors, and joint ventures.

You will

• Provide strategic and operational leadership, continuously improving systems, tools, and practices while aligning with internal and external stakeholders.
• Develop and maintain governance frameworks to ensure secure, compliant, and high-quality management of information assets across all projects.
• Lead Transmission-wide document control and data quality initiatives, supporting assurance, reporting, and audit readiness throughout the delivery lifecycle.
• Own and optimise key digital platforms, ensuring they are well-governed, user-friendly, and fully integrated with project systems.
• Integrate information services into delivery and assurance frameworks, enabling timely, coordinated support across programmes.

You have

• Expert knowledge of information management in regulated infrastructure environments, including data governance, document control, and compliance.
• Proven experience in large-scale capital programmes, with the ability to lead within complex, matrix organisations and across supply chains.
• Commercially and digitally astute, applying tools, automation, and analytics to enhance data quality, accessibility, and reporting.
• Exceptional leadership and stakeholder engagement skills, able to influence across all levels, build trusted relationships, and drive cross-functional alignment.
• Resilient, collaborative, and improvement-focused, with a strong delivery mindset and commitment to high standards, innovation, and team development.

About SSE

SSE has a bold ambition - to be a leading energy company in a net zero world. We're investing around £10 million a day in homegrown energy to help power a cleaner, more secure future.

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 [e-mail] / 01738 351671 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.

Ready to apply?

Start your online application using the Apply Now box on this page. We only accept applications made online. We'll be in touch after the closing date to let you know if we'll be taking your application further. If you're offered a role with SSE, you'll need to complete a criminality check and a credit check before you start work.