Senior Policy Analyst (Regulation)

• Lead analysis and shape SPT's responses to fast-moving policy developments across DESNZ, NESO, Ofgem and the Scottish Government by coordinating internal input to consultations, impact assessments and regulatory submissions.
• Interpret complex regulatory and industry reforms, translating them into clear strategic positions to ensure SP Transmission remains ahead of the evolving policy landscape.
• Develop and influence policy positions that support network investment, system resilience and net zero delivery.
• Drive engagement with key stakeholders across government and industry to support a resilient, low-carbon electricity system.

This role directly supports the UK's Clean Power 2030 and Net Zero ambitions by shaping regulatory and policy frameworks that enable rapid investment in low-carbon transmission infrastructure, accelerating the transition to a resilient, low-carbon electricity system.

• Strong understanding of UK energy policy, regulation and market frameworks, ideally with experience across DESNZ, Ofgem, NESO or devolved government.
• Strong analytical and numeracy skills with high attention to detail and sound judgement; proven ability to analyse complex policy and regulatory developments and translate them into clear strategic insights.
• Clear and concise communication skills, with the ability to brief senior leaders and distil complex issues into accessible messages.
• Hold a relevant economics qualification (desirable).

Salary from £55,000 per annum plus excellent benefits. Benefits include: 36 days annual leave, holiday purchase, Share Incentive Plan and Sharesave Scheme, payroll giving and charity matched funding, technology vouchers, electric vehicle schemes, cycle to work scheme, public transport season ticket loans, options to purchase dental insurance, private medical insurance, health cash plan and annual health assessments, life assurance (4x salary), access to SmartSave financial wellbeing support, plus shopping, leisure, restaurant and gym discounts.

ScottishPower Energy Networks (SPEN) Transmission is part of the Iberdrola Group, one of the world's largest integrated utility companies and a world leader in wind energy. They operate over 4000km of transmission cables and lines in Central and Southern Scotland, North Wales and North West England, investing over £5.5 billion to support renewable energy growth and Net Zero by 2044.