Markets Analyst
Markets Analyst 549327 Closing at: Jun 13 2024 at 23:55 BST About the Role Base Location: Flexible UK | We're proud to offer a Flexible First approach to work, and this role is no exception. We will, however need your base 'home' location to be one of our SSEN offices or depots around the UK. Salary: £40,600 - £61,000 + performance-related bonus + a range of benefits to support your finances, wellbeing and family. Working Pattern: Permanent | Full Time, 37 hours | Flexible First options available Over the last year the Flexibility Markets team has procured over 700MW of Flexibility Service; launched our Flexibility Product Roadmap and gained a new Market Platform (Electron Connect). We are excited to expand our team, and in the role you will be responsible for: - Supporting procurement activities in flexibility, e.g. producing publicly facing documentation to enable market participation and activities to engage potential flexibility service providers. - Leading stakeholder engagement activities with flexibility service providers and potential providers to increase market liquidity across the flexibility market space. - Supporting Cost Benefit Analysis work which compares flexible services and reinforcements. - Collaborating on building the flexibility strategy for the next 5 to 10 years, applying market knowledge to assess the best approaches to be utilised and how this will impact market liquidity. What do I need? To be considered for this role, we would love you to have: - Enthusiasm for learning new skills and concepts and being able to adapt as this changes. - An understanding of economic principles as a foundation for supporting and understanding market design. Preferably having experience of operating in an electricity market. - Excel skills and experience in completing data analysis or cost benefit analysis and reporting these results is essential. Additionally, some background in programming in Python would be beneficial. - The ability to present complex concepts to different internal and external audiences with a range of backgrounds and understanding. - Experience building relationships with a range of stakeholders and gathering information on a range of different jobs. About our Business SSEN Distribution powers 3.9 million homes and businesses in communities across central southern England and the north of Scotland. Our team of more than 4,200 highly skilled people keep customers connected to a safe and reliable supply of electricity whilst developing the flexible networks that are vital for the future. We power communities to thrive today and create a net-zero tomorrow. Why not join us and help power change, we're looking for great people who love working with others to achieve great results. You'll be empowered to make the right decisions for our customers and have the space to take accountability for the work you do. You'll be working as part of a bigger team, enabling net-zero, so team work will be essential. As a part of our business, you become part of something bigger – an established company with a reputation for looking after our people, offering secure and rewarding roles where safety is our number one priority. What's in it for you? We offer an excellent package with 34 days annual leave entitlement. Enhanced maternity/paternity leave, discounted healthcare, salary sacrifice car leasing and much more, view our full benefits package on our careers site.As an equal opportunity employer we encourage diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We encourage applicants from all protected characteristics and commit to providing any reasonable adjustments you need during the application, assessment and upon joining SSE. Search for 'Inclusion & Diversity at SSE' to find out more. What happens now? All applications should be made online, and I'll be back in touch after the vacancy closing date to let you know the outcome. If you would like to discuss any working flexibly requirements or adjustments you may require throughout the recruitment and selection process, please contact / . Before commencing your role with SSE, you'll need to complete our pre-employment screening process. This will consist of a criminality and credit check. #LI-DIST #LI-SW1 #LI-Hybrid
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