Regulation Analyst

SSE PLC; Aberdeen City; On-site; GBP 36,000 - 54,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Private healthcare discounts

Gym memberships discounts

Free online GP and 24/7 counselling

Cycle to Work scheme

Maternity and adoption pay

Paternity leave

Job summary

SSE PLC is seeking a Regulation Analyst to join SSEN Transmission in Scotland, based in Aberdeen, Glasgow, Perth or Inverness. You will support the RIIO-T3 Business Plan delivery and the over £30bn investment programme, delivering regulatory reporting packs for Ofgem and internal stakeholders.

You will analyse data, ensure data quality, collaborate with finance, project and engineering teams, and help develop regulatory submissions and funding evidence for network investments.

Qualifications

• Degree in economics, finance, business, science, engineering or law.
• Strong analytical and data interpretation skills.
• Excellent attention to detail and data integrity.
• Proactive problem solving and clear communication with stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Analyse and interpret regulatory, financial and project data to identify trends, risks and opportunities for reporting.
• Ensure data integrity for regulatory reporting through validation and QA activities.
• Collaborate with project, finance, commercial and engineering teams to gather data for submissions.
• Support development of regulatory submissions and funding evidence for network investments.
• Present findings and recommendations to support informed decision-making.

Skills

Analytical skills

Data interpretation

Microsoft Excel

PowerPoint

Power BI

Stakeholder management

Education

Degree in relevant field

Tools

Power BI

Job description

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

As a Regulation Analyst in SSEN Transmission, you will be at the forefront of one of the most significant transformations in the UK energy sector. In this role, you'll play a vital part in supporting the delivery of our ambitious RIIO-T3 Business Plan, supporting the over £30bn Investment programme, which will significantly expand the North of Scotland's transmission network. Contributing to work in a cross functional projects team in a matrix environment, you will support and collaborate with other team members on a wide range of issues. You'll be someone who thrives in a fast-paced environment, working under pressure, and taking ownership of multiple priorities and deadlines.

You will

• Analyse and interpret regulatory, financial and project data to identify trends, risks and opportunities, providing accurate and timely regulatory reporting packs, submissions and management information for Ofgem and internal stakeholders.
• Ensure the integrity, completeness and consistency of data used in regulatory reporting through robust validation, reconciliation and quality assurance activities. Investigate data anomalies, challenge assumptions and identify opportunities to improve reporting processes, efficiency and data quality.
• Work collaboratively with colleagues across project, finance, commercial and engineering teams to gather, validate and interpret data required for regulatory reporting and submissions.
• Support the development of regulatory submissions, funding requests and evidence packs, helping to secure approvals and funding for key network investment projects.
• Present findings, analysis and recommendations clearly and concisely, supporting understanding and informed decision-making across the organisation.

You have

• A degree level qualification in a relevant field (e.g. economics, finance, business, science, engineering or law) and/or experience in a similar analytical, reporting or regulatory role. Experience in utility regulation, energy or compliance would be advantageous, but we welcome applications from candidates with transferable skills and a passion for the energy sector.
• Strong analytical skills with the ability to interpret complex information from multiple sources, identify discrepancies, understand risks and draw well-reasoned conclusions.
• Excellent attention to detail and a commitment to maintaining high standards of data accuracy, quality and integrity.
• A proactive approach to problem solving, with the curiosity and confidence to ask questions, challenge assumptions and identify improvements combined with strong communication and stakeholder management skills. The ability to explain complex information clearly to both technical and non-technical audiences.
• Good proficiency in Microsoft Excel, Word and PowerPoint. Experience of Power BI or other reporting and visualisation tools would be advantageous.

Applications must be accompanied by a cover letter outlining why you are interested in a regulatory role at SSE.

About SSE

SSE's purpose is to be restless every day until we make electricity clean, affordable and available for all.

We do this by developing, building, operating and investing in electricity infrastructure and businesses needed in the energy transition. This includes electricity transmission and distribution networks, onshore and offshore wind farms, hydro-electric power and flexible thermal generation. We also provide products and services for businesses and other customers.

Our investment plan will see SSE invest £33bn in critical electricity infrastructure to 2030.

SSEN Transmission own and operate the electricity transmission network across the north of Scotland. We transport electricity 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 power for the future and building the infrastructure needed for a cleaner electricity system 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 Stephanie at [e-mail] / 01738 342963 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.