Governance Manager

Enexa Partners; Newbridge; Hybrid; EUR 85,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Enexa Partners is partnering with a large Irish Semi-State Organisation headquartered in Newbridge, Co. Kildare, Ireland. The Markets Regulation Manager will shape the Market and Regulatory environment for a growing Energy Portfolio, combining regulatory insight with commercial judgment.

Based in Newbridge with a hybrid working model, you will work with Trading, Operations and Development teams, lead regulatory workstreams, and represent the organisation with regulators and industry bodies.

Qualifications

• Degree in Policy, Business, Finance, Economics or related discipline.
• Minimum 5 years in Market and Regulatory sector.
• Experience in Energy Sector essential.
• Excellent written and verbal communication; strong analytical skills.
• Experience in Electricity Markets, Energy Regulation, Market Design, Policy or Commercial Strategy desirable.

Responsibilities

• Monitor market and regulatory developments in Ireland and EU.
• Lead responses to consultations and market rule changes.
• Develop evidence-based positions to support strategy and decisions.
• Assess impact of regulatory change on development and assets.
• Represent the organisation with regulators and system operators.
• Collaborate with Trading, Operations and Development teams across functions.
• Support governance and performance management processes.

Skills

Regulatory compliance

Market regulation

Energy sector

Analytical skills

Cross-functional collaboration

Education

2:1 degree in Policy/Business/Economics/Finance

Job description

Markets Regulation Manager (Energy Sector) - Electricity Markets, Energy Regulation, Market Design, Energy Policy or Commercial Strategy

Location: Newbridge, Co. Kildare, Ireland (Hybrid working model with blended working from home for three days and two days in the office)

Duration: Permanent

Function: Commercial

Reporting to: Head of Policy and Regulation

In partnership with our client is a large Irish Semi‑State Organisation, headquartered in Newbridge, Co. Kildare, has evolved into a modern Climate‑Action Enterprise. It now focuses on Renewable Energy Development, rehabilitation, waste and resource recovery, and Large‑Scale Environmental Restoration projects. Its mission centres on supporting Ireland’s transition to a Climate‑Neutral Economy by 2050 through Clean‑Energy Solutions, Biodiversity Regeneration, and Sustainable Land Management.

Join as Markets Regulation Manager and help shape the Market and Regulatory environment for a diverse, growing Energy Portfolio spanning Development and Operational Assets. This is a visible, influential role for someone who combines regulatory expertise with Commercial Judgement and strong Analytical Skills.

Working within the Policy and Regulation team in the Commercial Function, you will partner with Trading, Operations and Development colleagues, lead high-impact Regulatory Workstreams and turn complex market change into clear business decisions. You will be a key Subject Matter Expert on Wholesale Electricity Market obligations including Trading and Settlement Code and Balancing Market, as well as wider Regulation, including REMIT and EU ETS, while representing the organisation with regulators, system operators and industry bodies.

The Role:

• Monitor Irish and European market and Regulatory Developments and translate complex change into clear, practical recommendations. Identify emerging Risks and Commercial opportunities early, providing evidence‑based advice that supports organisational strategic objectives.
• Support robust Governance of Wholesale Market Obligations, including REMIT and EU ETS, by clarifying requirements, coordinating subject‑matter input and helping business teams embed regulatory change.
• Lead Organisational responses to Consultations, Market Rule Changes and Regulatory Developments.
• Develop persuasive, evidence‑led positions and advocate for Policies and Market Arrangements that support their Strategy and the Energy Transition.
• Assess the Operational, Financial and Strategic Impact of Regulatory Change across development and Operational Assets. Prepare clear analysis and recommendations for governance forums, investment decisions and Senior Stakeholders.
• Lead Regulatory Projects and workstreams across multiple functions. Build strong partnerships with Trading, Operations, Development, Legal and other teams to turn Regulatory Strategy into effective implementation.
• Represent with Regulators, System Operators and industry working groups. Build trusted external relationships, communicate position credibly and influence future Market Design and industry outcomes.
• Proactively participate in the Performance Management process to ensure delivery of own, and the wider team's, objectives.

The Person:

• Third level degree (min 2:1 classification) in Policy, Business, Finance, Economics, or a related discipline
• Minimum 5 years’ experience in the Market and Regulatory sector
• Previous experience working in the Energy Sector is essential.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills alongside strong Analytical and problem-solving skills are required for this role. Applicants should be comfortable working in cross functional structures.
• Experience in any of the following is desirable: Electricity Markets, Energy Regulation, Market Design, Energy Policy or Commercial Strategy