Regulation Graduate Programme

SSE plc; Inverness; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Gym discounts

Private healthcare

Cycle to Work scheme

Interest-free loans

Family entitlements

Job summary

SSE plc's Regulation Graduate Programme offers hands-on experience within SSEN Transmission. Based in Glasgow, Inverness or Perth, this full-time programme starts September 2027 and provides exposure to regulation, policy and decision-making that shapes investment in the electricity network.

You'll work alongside experienced professionals, support regulatory requirements, and contribute to major investment programmes while developing skills in data analysis and stakeholder collaboration.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2:2 honours degree in Economics, Law, Engineering, Science or Politics.
• Interest in regulation, policy and decision-making.
• Willingness to learn and work with data.

Responsibilities

• Support regulatory activities and delivery of major investment programmes.
• Collaborate with stakeholders to understand regulatory requirements.
• Contribute to regulatory analysis and reporting.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Data analysis

Stakeholder communication

Team collaboration

Education

2:2 honours degree in Economics, Law, Engineering, Science or Politics

Job description

Start Date: Commencing September 2027

Base Location: Glasgow, Inverness or Perth

Salary: £35,000 per annum + a range of benefits to support your finances, wellbeing and family

Working Pattern: Full time | Flexible First options available

Turn your interest in regulation, policy and decision-making into a meaningful career.

Our Regulation Graduate Programme offers a fantastic opportunity to gain hands‑on experience within SSEN Transmission.

You’ll work alongside experienced professionals, contribute to meaningful projects and gain valuable insight into how regulation helps shape investment decisions, supports critical infrastructure projects and enables the development of the electricity network.

What is the role?

At SSEN Transmission, we're investing in the people, infrastructure and expertise needed to support a secure and reliable energy system for the future.

Our Regulation team acts as the interface between SSEN Transmission and the economic regulator, Ofgem, helping to secure the investment needed to operate, maintain and develop the transmission network.

You'll join the Regulation team and contribute to real work from the outset. You'll support a wide range of activities, helping colleagues understand and respond to regulatory requirements while contributing to the successful delivery of major investment programmes.

What we're looking for

You’ll have a minimum of a 2:2 honours degree in a relevant discipline such as Economics, Law, Engineering, Science or Politics.

We're looking for graduates who are excited by the opportunity to gain an understanding of how regulation, policy and commercial decision‑making support major infrastructure investment. You'll likely be someone who:

• Enjoys analysing information, exploring different perspectives and using evidence to support recommendations and decisions.
• Is interested in how regulation, policy and commercial considerations influence organisations and large‑scale projects.
• Is comfortable working with data, numbers and written information, identifying key insights and communicating them clearly.
• Works well with others, building positive relationships and collaborating effectively with a wide range of stakeholders.
• You don't need to know everything on day one. What matters most is your willingness to learn, contribute and make the most of the opportunities the programme provides.

About SSE

We're helping shape the future of electricity.

A role with SSE is an opportunity to build a rewarding career and help deliver the clean power and electricity infrastructure needed across the UK and Ireland.

We're investing £33bn in critical electricity infrastructure to 2030, including major renewable power projects and the networks needed to connect them. From powering homes and businesses to supporting the electrification of transport, our projects are helping shape the future electricity system

We're accredited by the Living Wage Foundation and hold the Fair Tax Mark. We offer diverse career opportunities across the UK and Ireland, agile working and excellent benefits.

Flexible benefits to fit your life

Enjoy discounts on gym memberships, discounted retail vouchers, high street shops, private healthcare, 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] 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.

The closing date for applications is Sunday 1 November 2026.

SSE is unable to offer visa sponsorship for this role as it does not currently meet the UK Visas and Immigration (UKVI) eligibility requirements for Skilled Worker sponsorship. To be eligible for this role, candidates must therefore have the legal right to work full time in the UK for the duration of the Graduate Programme from September 2027 to September 2029 and beyond, without requiring sponsorship from SSE.

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