Senior Analyst Energy Technology Models and Markets

ZipRecruiter; Inverness; Hybrid; GBP 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading energy company in Scotland is seeking a Senior Analyst in Energy Technology Models & Markets. The role involves assessing trends, analyzing data, and making strategic recommendations to influence decision-making. Candidates should have proven experience in energy technology and strong analytical skills. This position offers a salary of £42,600 - £64,000, along with performance-related bonuses and a flexible working pattern.

Benefits

Discounts on private healthcare

Gym membership discounts

Wellbeing benefits

Interest-free loans

Generous family entitlements

Qualifications

• Proven experience in energy technology, market analysis, business development or consulting.
• Strong understanding of energy technologies, economics, policy frameworks, and commercial models.
• Ability to engage across technical, financial, and engineering domains.

Responsibilities

• Monitor and assess policy, industry, and market trends.
• Collect and analyze data on energy users and generators.
• Support the development of energy archetypes reflecting dynamic profiles.
• Evaluate interactions between energy technologies and the grid.
• Communicate complex findings through high-quality reports.

Skills

Energy technology expertise

Market analysis

Business development

Communication skills

Analytical mindset

Job description

Overview

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

Salary: £42,600 - £64,000 + 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

The Senior Analyst Energy Technology Models & Markets plays a key role in the Energy Futures function, which develops the future energy scenarios for the North of Scotland in and global contexts and provides critical input into SSEN Transmission's strategic planning, business plans and strategy development.

This role will report to our Lead Manager, Energy Technology Models and Markets sitting in the System Engineering & Investment team of the Network directorate.

You will

• Monitor and assess policy, industry, technology, and market trends—nationally and globally—to identify impacts on SSEN Transmission and recommend strategic responses.
• Collect and analyse data to understand behaviours and market dynamics across energy users, generators, and flexibility providers.
• Support the development and maintenance of energy archetypes that reflect dynamic import/export profiles across technologies and consumer groups.
• Evaluate interactions between energy technologies and the grid, contributing insights to system planning, investment, and strategic decision-making.
• Communicate complex findings through high-quality reports and presentations, while building strong relationships with key external stakeholders including regulators, governments, and industry experts.

You have

• Proven experience in energy technology, market analysis, business development or consulting, with the ability to conduct independent research and influence senior stakeholders.
• Strong understanding of energy technologies, economics, policy frameworks, commercial models, and the GB energy networks and markets.
• A disciplined, analytical mindset with confidence to engage across technical, financial and engineering domains, even outside your core expertise.
• A track record of building effective relationships with internal teams and external stakeholders across public and private sectors.
• Excellent communication and presentation skills, combined with curiosity, numeracy, and a commitment to continuous learning.

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 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] or 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.

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.

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