Portfolio Optimisation Lead - Data-Driven Asset Investments

Scottish and Southern Electricity Networks; Glasgow; Hybrid; GBP 52,000 - 77,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible first options

Bonuses

Private healthcare

Cycle to work

Job summary

SSE is seeking a Portfolio Optimisation Lead for a 12‑month fixed term contract. The role focuses on maximising the performance and reliability of the electricity network through thematic insights and scenario analysis.

You will shape investment decisions and support the transition to a low‑carbon future, while collaborating with cross‑functional teams. You will lead on investment optimiser product ownership, deliver portfolio optimisation, and develop analytical solutions across data platforms.

Qualifications

• Experience with optimization and quantitative methods for investment decisions.
• Experience in regulated utility / asset-intensive environment.
• Advanced Python, SQL and analytics proficiency.
• Experience leading large analytical projects with diverse data.

Responsibilities

• Act as Product Owner for investment optimiser to maximise value across risk, performance, customer and financial outcomes.
• Deliver portfolio optimisation, scenario analysis, sensitivity testing and network risk assessments for investment planning and regulatory decisions.
• Develop and maintain value frameworks, models and performance reporting to prioritise asset interventions.
• Collaborate with Asset Planning, Asset Strategy, Digital and Data teams to improve quality and value of insights for investment decisions.
• Provide technical leadership by translating complex challenges into clear recommendations and mentoring analysts.

Skills

Optimization techniques

Forecasting

Scenario analysis

Cost-benefit assessment

Portfolio optimisation

Analytical leadership

Data analysis

Tools

Copperleaf Asset Investment Planning

Python

SQL

Modern analytical platforms

Job description

SSE is seeking a Portfolio Optimisation Lead for a 12‑month fixed term contract. The role focuses on maximising the performance and reliability of the electricity network through thematic insights and scenario analysis.

You will shape investment decisions and support the transition to a low‑carbon future, while collaborating with cross‑functional teams. You will lead on investment optimiser product ownership, deliver portfolio optimisation, and develop analytical solutions across data platforms.