Key Responsibilities Reporting to the Chief Economist, the candidate will deliver a programme of work designed to: Support and collaborate with policy teams in producing robust and high-quality analysis to enable good decision-making. Quality-assure key analytical work, including impact assessments and proposals to the board, working with Ofgem's policy teams. Design and embed a programme of activities to ensure that Ofgem adheres to the recommendations of the Macpherson report on model quality assurance. Design and deliver key training programmes to support the development of Ofgem's analytical capability. Represent Ofgem at external stakeholder events. Lead a team of around 8 staff and act as part of the leadership team of the Office for Research and Economics. Cooperate with programme leads across Ofgem and in some cases with partners (e.g. DESNZ, NESO) to provide assurance on the quality of analytical work on major projects. Build interpersonal links with academic experts on energy issues, including through Ofgem's academic panel. Key Outputs and Deliverables High quality assurance of key analytical decisions. Development of guidance, policies and procedures. Publication and ongoing review of Ofgem's regulatory stances. Representing Ofgem effectively and enthusiastically with external stakeholders. Management responsibility for a team of around 8 people. Person specification Essential Criteria Degree in Economics/related subject or comparable capability built through relevant professional experience in economic analysis. (Lead criteria) Extensive experience of working on comparable economic issues, either working in the energy sector, or in relevant areas of economic regulation. (Lead criteria) Significant experience and expertise in economic appraisal, particularly impact assessments. Experience leading and motivating a team. Excellent interpersonal and team working skills including building strong relationships both internal and external to the team. Proven ability to work flexibly in different roles across a range of different analytical projects. The ability to effectively communicate and synthesise analysis and data for senior decision-makers and external audiences, both verbally and in writing. Behaviours We'll assess you against these behaviours during the selection process: Seeing the Big Picture Leadership Managing a Quality Service 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 £58,520, OFGEM contributes £16,953 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. 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