Operations, Compliance and Data Protection Specialist
* Job Number: 551759
* Closing at: Apr 15 2025 - 23:55 BST
Base Location: Belfast
Salary: £28,000 - £34,000 + performance-related bonus + a range of benefits to support your finances, wellbeing and family.
Working Pattern: Permanent | Full Time | options available
The role
This is a key operational requirement within SSE Airtricity, providing assurance support and accurate reporting, to ensure best practice and help target future change.
You will
* complete audits, dip tests and checks within the department in line with business plans
* work alongside the business assurance team to target future change proactively by utilising key data reporting
* be the central resource for contract management, setting up new suppliers, raising payment requests, receipting payment requests, and investigating third party payment issues
* act as a data protection ambassador and actively manage any GDPR and SARS requests
* support complaints team during busy periods, including supporting coaching, case closures and reporting needs
You have
* knowledge of the Northern Ireland retail energy markets and an understanding of the requirements associated with working in a regulated utility industry
* functional experience within a business operations environment, with working knowledge of GDPR and key data protection principles, as well as compliance audit expertise
* excellent project management, leadership, communication, and presentation skills
* strong analytical and interpersonal skills
* an understanding of key change management and change governance principles
About SSE
SSE has a bold ambition – to be a leading energy company in a net zero world. We're building the world's largest offshore wind farm. Transforming the grid to provide greener electricity for millions of people and investing over £20 billion in homegrown energy, with £20 billion more in the pipeline.
, supplies around 750,000 domestic and commercial gas, electricity and home energy services customers in the Republic and Northern Ireland. Around 40% of the electricity SSE Airtricity supplies to its customers on an island basis is generated from renewable sources - the greenest energy supply of any provider on the island and over three times the average on an all-island basis.
We have ambitious targets to help our customers on their journey to Net Zero by increasing the accessibility of green energy solutions through the provision of customer-driven propositions and we’re a partner to customers and stakeholders as they seek ways to respond to the climate crisis.
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
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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