Title: Insights Analyst (9 month contract) - NESO Location: Warwick, GB, CV34 6DA Division: NESO Gas & Whole Energy Network Planning Job Type Requisition Number: 60621 Department: ESO Job Function: Corporate Affairs and Communications Description About the role National Energy System Operator (NESO) recognises the potential of bright and talented individuals, and we encourage you to join us as Great Britain’s energy system undergoes an ambitious, exciting, and vital transformation. Together with industry, we are creating a cleaner, more sustainable energy future. If you are passionate about net zero, enthusiastic about making a real difference to society and enjoy working in a talented and collaborative environment then please consider applying for a role with the National Energy System Operator. This is an opportunity for a 9-month fixed term contract (until August / September 2025). Reporting to the Stakeholder and Insight Manager, the Stakeholder and Insight Analyst will develop actionable insight(s) across energy vectors that support the long-term growth towards an ‘integrated network plan’, ensuring strong coordination and engagement across whole energy network teams and external stakeholders. This role can be based from Wokingham or Warwick, and we continue to offer hybrid working from office and home. We are open to full time and part time applicants, as well as flexible working arrangements. About Us The creation of National Energy System Operator (NESO) is driven by an urgent need to unify and optimise our approach to energy. A more integrated and coordinated strategy is needed to meet the unprecedented challenges of climate change, ensuring secure energy supply, and keeping costs manageable for consumers. Join us and empower your potential, energise our team, and be part of something bigger. Your energy, our future, together. About The National Energy System Operator (NESO) In Autumn of 2024, the ESO transitioned to National Energy System Operator, or NESO for short. Previously denoted as the Future System Operator (or FSO), the new National Energy System Operator is the independent body responsible for planning Great Britain’s electricity and gas networks and operating the electricity system. The ESO, including all of its existing roles, are now at the heart of the new National Energy System Operator. As NESO, we will build on our existing roles, capabilities, and ways of working significantly to create an organisation the energy system and its users’ need. Our new capabilities will enable us to look across vectors, including electricity, natural gas and hydrogen, and crucially consider the trade-offs between them. The organisation is set up as a public corporation with its own Board of independent directors, with complete operational independence from government, the regulator and any and all commercial interest. As was the ESO, NESO will be licenced and regulated by Ofgem through price control agreements and obligated to identify optimal solutions to system operations and planning in the most sustainable, affordable and secure way for all. Key Accountabilities Work with cross-functional teams to develop strategic energy insights, advice, information, and analysis that address the most complex challenges and opportunities in network planning across gas and hydrogen vectors, as well as potentially electricity and CCS vectors. Produce the Whole Energy Strategic Network Planning publications by translating expert analysis into value-adding insight and by ensuring the findings are backed by robust models, analysis, and are informed by stakeholder engagement. Work with energy modellers and data scientists to understand their findings and translate these into clear evidence-based insights, ensuring the information is grounded in sound research and data. Forge and maintain relationships with internal stakeholders across all business areas, encouraging collaboration and a holistic approach to insight development. Build strong and credible relationships with a wide-range of external stakeholders – including the energy industry (supply, demand, and networks), government departments and the regulator. Support the Stakeholder and Insight Manager with a structured approach to external industry stakeholder engagement. Support engagement across the energy sector, including consumer representatives, industry innovators, infrastructure operators, government departments and regulatory bodies. About You Ability to translate complex data and analysis into value-adding insights, with supporting commentary and recommendations that inform decision-making and action. Demonstrated stakeholder management and relationship building skills, being able to effectively engage with stakeholders across the energy landscape, understanding and managing their priorities and concerns. Ability to communicate effectively up to the most senior levels of the organisation and with external bodies, partners, and regulators. Some project management and planning skills, which will be valuable. Proficiency in Excel (can create pivot tables etc and with a real strong eye for data) Further Desirable Qualities Include Understanding of the energy sector and trends, including emerging sectors such as Hydrogen - including knowledge of the structure and regulatory environment and/or the short and long-term issues affecting the industry. What You'll Get A competitive salary between £48,000 - £55,000pa – dependent on experience and capability. As well as your base salary, you will receive a bonus based on company performance, 26 days annual leave as standard and a competitive contributory pension scheme where we will double match your contribution to a maximum company contribution of 12%. As we work towards creating a cleaner, greener, and more affordable future for all, we also work towards creating a place for our teammates to belong, with professional and personal growth and positive well-being. Full support and career-development resources to expand your skills, enhance your expertise, and maximise your potential along your career journey. A diverse and inclusive community of belonging, where teammates are empowered to bring ideas to the table. Generous Total Rewards Plan – comprising of health, finance and wealth, work/life balance, and career benefits. More Information This role closes on 6th November 2024 at 23:59, however we encourage candidates to submit their application as early as possible and not wait until the published closing date as this can vary. We work towards the highest standards in everything we do, including how we support, value and develop our people. Our aim is to encourage and support employees to thrive and be the best they can be. We celebrate the difference people can bring into our organisation, and welcome and encourage applicants with diverse experiences and backgrounds, and offer flexible and tailored support, at home and in the office. We're committed to building a workforce that represents the communities we serve, and a working environment in which each individual feels valued, respected, fairly treated, and able to reach their full potential.