Key Responsibilities Lead the design and implementation of a new Price Control framework for the Data Communications Company (DCC) in the context of the wider DCC model Review. Leading workstreams on designing and implementing changes to the ex-post DCC price control which include move towards ex -ante process, incentive mechanisms, drafting price control processes and procedures. Leading workstreams within the annual ex-post DCC price control process. For example: analysing the quantitative and qualitative information that DCC submits to us; developing robust proposals for our position on price control decisions; and delivering written consultations. Leading workstreams that optimise DCC's price control and incentives frameworks. For example: assessing how the price control/incentive framework should apply in novel situations; reviewing guidance to DCC to reflect changes in policy or context. Building constructive working relationships with internal stakeholders (including legal advisers), DCC and Government. Contributing to other strategic and reactive work undertaken by the team as it arises. Key Outputs and Deliverables Robust quantitative and qualitative analysis informing sound advice on next steps. Clear and concise drafting for external and internal audiences, including contributions to briefings, internal decision documents, and consultations. Effective project planning and timely delivery of outputs. Constructive working relationships established with internal and external stakeholders. Work collaboratively across team boundaries. Person specification Essential Criteria Analysis and use of evidence: ability to analyse quantitative and qualitative information, identify issues, and develop options and recommendations on a wide range of technical, commercial and policy issues. Price control and incentives : experience of working on price control and incentives policy or delivery. Communication : ability to communicate effectively to a range of internal and external audiences, both verbally and in writing. Stakeholder engagement : ability to build collaborative working relationships with internal and external stakeholders, to represent Ofgem in external meetings, and to use influencing skills to secure desired outcomes. Organisational skills : ability to proactively prioritise, plan and schedule complex and diverse tasks. Desirable Criteria Sector knowledge: a sound understanding of the principles of economic regulation, supported by understanding of the commercial and regulatory frameworks governing the operation of electricity and gas markets. Behaviours We'll assess you against these behaviours during the selection process: Seeing the Big Picture Changing and Improving Making Effective Decisions Delivering at Pace Technical skills We'll assess you against these technical skills during the selection process: Please refer to the Candidate Pack and Role Profile attached for full details. Benefits Alongside your salary of £47,895, OFGEM contributes £13,875 towards you being a member of the Civil Service Defined Benefit Pension scheme. Find out what benefits a Civil Service Pension provides. Ofgem can offer you a comprehensive and competitive benefits package which includes; 30 days annual leave after 2 years; Excellent training and development opportunities; The opportunity to join the generous Civil Service pension which also includes a valuable range of benefits; Hybrid working (currently 1 day a week in the office but is in review), flexible working hours and family friendly policies. Plus lots of other benefits including clean and bright offices based centrally, engaged networks and teams and an opportunity to contribute to our ambitious and important targets of establishing a Net Zero energy system by 2050. This exciting blend of professional challenge and personal reward identifies career opportunities at Ofgem as something to get excited about. Things you need to know Selection process details This vacancy is using Success Profiles (opens in a new window), and will assess your Behaviours, Experience and Technical skills. When you press the 'Apply now' button, you will be asked to complete personal details (not seen by the sift panel), your career history and qualifications. You will then be asked to provide a 1250 word 'personal statement' evidencing how you meet the essential and desirable skills and capabilities listed in the role profile. 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