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

Salary:£66,100 - £99,100 + car /car allowance + performance-related bonus + a range of benefits to support your finances, wellbeing and family.

Working Pattern:Permanent | Full Time | Flexible working options available

The role

SSEN Transmission has an exciting opportunity for a Senior Manager- Strategic Network Planning to contribute to our strategic vision of facilitating the transition of the UK energy system to a low carbon future. Reporting to the Head of Strategic System Planning, you will lead a team of power system engineers undertaking power systems analysis, transmission system planning and technical assessments for renewable generation and low carbon technology connections to our network.

You will

- Take ownership of the system planning of the transmission system in the north of Scotland ensuring compliance with the relevant planning standards and industry codes, and that solutions meet customer requirements

- Maintain and develop network development plans, ensuring coordination between connection projects and wider transmission reinforcement projects, engaging with a wide range of stakeholders internally and externally to ensure efficient whole system outcomes

- Develop robust investment cases and functional requirements specifications for projects and secure approvals for these following SSEN Transmission's project governance framework

- Develop your team and build capability and strong performance, providing clear direction in line with business priorities

- Demonstrate strong leadership in relevant matters relating to the planning and development of a network for net-zero internally and externally

You have

- Demonstrable leadership experience managing a team in a busy and dynamic environment, delivering quality and timely outcomes

- Current knowledge of the electricity industry, the challenges on the journey to net-zero and knowledge of the relevant codes and standards, statutory and licence obligations under which SSEN Transmission operates

- Experience and understanding of the techno-economic assessment of projects. The ability to lead such assessments; to challenge assumptions; assess a broad range of options; and make recommendations on investment cases

- Outstanding communication skills and the ability to build good working relationships with internal and external stakeholders.

- A degree-level qualification or equivalent substantial experience in the electricity networks business

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 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 stephanie.murphy@sse.com 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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