Company Description
The energy landscape is transforming faster than ever. With the rise of renewables, smart grids, digitalisation, and net-zero commitments, the UK’s energy market is entering a new era of innovation and consumer empowerment.
At Gemserv, we’re not just navigating this change – we’re driving it. We’re a purpose-driven, B Corp-certified consultancy tackling the most pressing social and environmental challenges across energy, low carbon, and beyond. As an IIP Gold-accredited company and a Financial Times Leading Management Consultancy, we are recognised for delivering exceptional expertise and impact.
This is your chance to be at the forefront of energy transformation.
Job Description
About the Role
Are you a seasoned assurance professional with deep expertise in the GB retail electricity market? Do you have a strong track record in delivering market assurance or performance assurance services, engaging with senior stakeholders, and driving strategic improvements in assurance, compliance and risk management?
We are looking for an experienced Principal Assurance Consultant to join our growing Future Markets team. The successful candidate will lead assurance and audit activities, provide expert analysis, and shape best practices within the industry. In this role, you will oversee complex projects, work closely with regulators and market participants, and contribute to the wider strategic goals of the business.
Key Responsibilities
1. Leading the delivery of electricity retail market assurance and audit services, ensuring high-quality outcomes.
2. Providing expert analysis and strategic insights, translating complex issues into clear, actionable solutions for clients.
3. Designing and executing project work plans, adapting as necessary to meet evolving client and market requirements.
4. Acting as a senior assurance advisor, sharing expertise both internally and externally to drive industry best practice.
5. Developing and managing relationships with senior stakeholders, including market participants, regulatory authorities, and industry bodies.
6. Identifying and mitigating risks, supporting clients in navigating regulatory and compliance challenges.
7. Contributing significantly to Gemserv's strategic objectives and targets.
8. Effectively operating in our management structure, including direct line management, development of junior team/project team members and supporting wider resourcing activities within the business.
Qualifications
About You
1. Extensive experience in assurance, audit, compliance, or risk management within the GB retail electricity market.
2. Deep understanding of market structure, industry codes, and regulatory frameworks.
3. Proven ability to engage and influence senior stakeholders, including regulators and market participants.
4. Strong leadership skills, with experience in leading projects, teams, or assurance programmes.
5. Exceptional analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to communicate complex findings clearly.
6. Proactive and adaptable, with the ability to drive strategic improvements and industry-wide initiatives.
Additional Information
What We Offer
1. Competitive salary and excellent benefits package.
2. Hybrid/flexible working options.
3. Exposure to high-profile projects and strategic decision-making in the energy sector.
4. Opportunities for career progression, leadership development, and industry engagement.
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