An opportunity is available for a Regulatory Support Officer based at either Tipton, Castle Donington or Bristol.
Reporting to a Regulatory Analyst in the ED2 Regulation team, you will support the wider National Grid Electricity Distribution (NGED) Regulation Team. You will be responsible for providing support in the drafting and submission of responses to Ofgem consultations and requests, as well as contributing to the delivery of a variety of reporting activities to both Ofgem and National Grid (NG) wider group.
The role also involves completing month-end and other reporting processes, and providing updates and data cleansing activities for a variety of reporting. You will also be involved in completing RIIO-ED3 activities as this area develops.
Evidence of your qualifications will be required prior to appointment.
* Depending on experience, you may initially be appointed at a lower salary until all relevant courses and training are complete.
As part of our hybrid working approach this role offers a mix of office and home working. Hybrid working can only be considered once your initial training is complete and subject to business need.
If you are offered a position, you will be required to successfully complete a basic DBS check that shows any unspent convictions or conditional cautions.
About UsWe’re National Grid Electricity Distribution (NGED), the owner and operator behind the electricity distribution systems for the Midlands, the Southwest of England and South Wales. Serving communities of more than 8 million people, our expert teams deliver heat, light and power for homes and businesses.
National Grid employs over 29,000 people worldwide. We are building an inclusive workplace, a place to actively celebrate the cultures, personalities and preferences of our colleagues – who in turn help to build the success of our business and reflect the diversity of the communities we serve. Our vision is to be at the heart of a clean, fair and affordable energy future and we are doing this in a fast-moving industry with an increasing focus on tackling climate change, exploring new energy sources that are renewable, low carbon, and improve efficiency to meet demand.
Main Responsibilities
Track and monitor regulatory projects and submissions, including updating of our project portfolio in NGED systems
Run month end regulatory finance and reporting processes, including updating of standard reports
Engage with colleagues across the business, including undertaking Business Owner check-ins in a timely manner to support in data cleansing activities and reporting processes as required
Support the set-up and ongoing monitoring of RIIO-ED2 performance against Core Commitments and collating of data assurance forms
Analyse, interpret and provide data and responses to NG Group or Ofgem information requests
Assist in the preparation and submission of responses to Ofgem requests, consultation documents and other processes
Review processes and suggest improvements to optimise working practices.
Maintain the ED2 Regulation SharePoint (intranet) page
The Ideal CandidateWe’re looking for an effective communicator with good interpersonal and organisational skills who has excellent attention to detail. You will have the ability to work independently and proactively under pressure to tight deadlines, as well as being adaptable and able to respond to the changeable nature of tasks in a regulatory environment.
Excellent computer skills are key, including Excel (spreadsheet modelling and data analysis), PowerPoint and Word (presentation of findings).
The successful candidate is required to hold a minimum Level 3 qualification in a relevant subject and will ideally have good experience of relevant activities in a work setting.
You will either need current knowledge of NGED’s regulatory environment or the ability to build this knowledge quickly.
About The CompanyJoining the UK’s leading electricity distribution business means plenty of career opportunities and well-deserved recognition. We reward hard work and encourage ambition. So, as well as a competitive salary, you will also benefit from:
26 days paid leave plus 8 bank holidays, up to 28 days with continuous service
Competitive contributory pension scheme (we double match your contributions up to a maximum of 12%)
Annual Share Save plan
Contributory private healthcare scheme for you and your family
Support via our Employee Assistance Programme, including musculoskeletal and physiotherapy services
Free on-site parking at all our main sites
Things you need to know
As an equal opportunities employer who is committed to Diversity, Equity and Inclusion, we celebrate individual difference and are actively bringing in more employees from diverse backgrounds to build on our inclusive culture. We anonymise all applications in our recruitment system so we can eliminate unconscious bias and be a workplace that reflects the community we serve. Hiring managers only have access to necessary information at interview stage. If you require additional support to complete your online application, please email nged.recruitment@nationalgrid.co.uk
Recruitment correspondence is usually sent by email, please check your email account including spam/junk folders regularly after the closing date.
We reserve the right to close the vacancy early should sufficient numbers of suitable applications be received, so it would be best to apply as soon as you can.
