Senior Policy Manager- Gas Security of Supply

Ofgem; Glasgow; Hybrid; GBP 43,105 - 52,684; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Civil Service Defined Benefit Pension

30 days annual leave

Training and development opportunities

Flexible working hours

Family-friendly policies

Job summary

A major energy regulator is seeking a Senior Policy Manager to ensure an affordable and resilient gas supply in the UK. This position plays a crucial role in shaping policies that influence households and businesses, requiring expert knowledge in energy markets and strong project management skills. Benefits include a competitive salary, pension contributions, extensive training, and flexible working hours. The role supports a hybrid work model, with a focus on stakeholder communication and collaboration with various professional teams.

Qualifications

• Demonstrable expert knowledge in GB, European and global energy markets.
• Proven experience in identifying and collating stakeholder views.
• Experience in managing projects in dynamic environments.

Responsibilities

• Lead development and implementation of gas security policy.
• Provide evidence-based advice to senior leaders.
• Communicate complex policy issues to non-expert audiences.

Skills

Expert knowledge in energy markets

Stakeholder engagement

Project management

Communication skills

Collaboration with professionals

Job description

Senior Policy Manager - Gas Security of Supply

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This role forms part of Ofgem’s efforts to secure, affordable, and resilient gas supply as the UK’s energy system transforms toward Net Zero.

Job Summary

Britain’s energy system is changing rapidly, and ensuring gas remains secure, affordable and resilient has never been more important. Ofgem is looking for a Senior Policy Manager to help shape how gas supply is maintained today, while supporting the transition to Net Zero in the years ahead.

Ofgem is Great Britain’s independent energy regulator. We’re at the forefront of change across the energy sector, driving toward Net Zero whilst protecting energy consumers, especially vulnerable people.

You will contribute to work that spans security of supply, wholesale markets and system operation, helping inform decisions that affect households, businesses and communities across Great Britain.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the development and implementation of policy that enhances gas security of supply.
• Provide evidence-based advice on strategic priorities, risks, trade‑offs, and impacts to senior leaders across government, industry, and regulator.
• Deliver projects on challenging deadlines, coordinating with technical, legal, and analytical teams.
• Communicate complex policy issues to non-expert audiences and shape stakeholder engagement.

Person Specification

• Demonstrable expert knowledge and experience in GB, European and global energy system markets, especially pipeline gas, LNG and gas storage.
• Proven experience in identifying and collating stakeholder views to develop and prioritise strategic solutions.
• Experience designing and articulating strategic priorities and influencing senior leaders to align on future actions.
• Strong track record of managing projects in fast-paced, dynamic environments.
• Collaboration skills with analytical, technical and legal professionals.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Experience working on consultancy, government, policy, regulatory or energy sector projects.
• Knowledge of Ofgem’s role and the consumer needs it serves.

Behaviours

• Delivering at Pace
• Seeing the Big Picture
• Making Effective Decisions
• Communicating and Influencing

Benefits

Alongside a base salary of £47,895, Ofgem contributes £13,875 towards your Civil Service Defined Benefit Pension scheme. You will receive 30 days annual leave after 2 years, excellent training and development opportunities, hybrid working (currently one day a week in the office), flexible working hours and family-friendly policies.

Job Details

Full-time, Permanent. Locations: Cardiff, Glasgow, London (hybrid work, ~20% in office).

Application Process

Applicants will be asked to submit a personal statement (up to 1000 words) evidencing how they meet the essential and desirable skills and capabilities listed.

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