Regulation Summer Placement

SSE PLC; Perth; On-site; GBP 24,000 - 29,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible benefits package

Cycle to Work scheme

Private healthcare

Job summary

SSE plc is offering a Summer Placement in Regulation at SSEN Transmission, based in Glasgow, Inverness or Perth. The role supports regulatory work, investment programmes and learning in a dynamic team.

You will join the Regulation team, contribute to meaningful projects, and develop insight into how regulation guides energy infrastructure decisions while gaining practical industry experience.

Qualifications

• Enjoys analysing information, exploring different perspectives and using evidence to support recommendations and decisions.
• Interested in how regulation, policy and commercial considerations influence organisations and large-scale projects.
• Comfortable working with data, numbers and written information, identifying key insights and communicating them clearly.
• Works well with others, building positive relationships and collaborating with a wide range of stakeholders.
• Willingness to learn, contribute and make the most of placement opportunities.

Responsibilities

• Support the Regulation team with regulatory requirements and processes.
• Contribute to real work from the outset and assist in major investment programme delivery.
• Gain hands-on experience within SSEN Transmission and understand how regulation shapes decision-making.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Regulation understanding

Data interpretation

Stakeholder collaboration

Education

Second/third year university – Economics/Law/Engineering/Sciences/Politics

Job description

Start Date: Commencing June 2027

Base Location: Glasgow, Inverness or Perth

Salary: £26,239 per annum + a range of benefits to support your finances, wellbeing and family

Working Pattern: Fixed Term - 12 Week Summer Placement | Flexible First options available

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

Our Regulation Summer Placement 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.

During your Summer Placement, 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 be in your second or third year of university, studying towards a degree in one of the below disciplines and intending to return to university following the completion of your placement. The disciplines are: - Economics, Law, Engineering, Sciences and Politics.

• 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 your placement provides.

About SSE

Were 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

Were 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 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.

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.

SSE welcomes applications from all nationalities. Successful candidates must have the right to work in the UK before commencing employment.