National Energy System Operator
Senior Regulatory Capability Analyst - NESO
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About The Role
National Energy System Operator’s (NESO) strength lies in our people. Together, we’re shaping the future where clean, affordable energy is accessible for all. Every day is an opportunity to make a real difference, accelerating the progress of sustainable GB energy, keeping people connected and society thriving as we create a brighter tomorrow.
As Senior Regulatory Capability Analyst, you’ll provide embedded, hands-on support to Directorates on high-impact regulatory priorities — turning complex requirements into clear, usable steps that give teams confidence and control. You’ll play a leading role in the Regulatory Business Service, building strong relationships across the organisation, anticipating needs, unblocking issues and driving disciplined follow-through to deliver successful outcomes.
This role can be based in Wokingham or Warwick, and we continue to offer hybrid working from office and home. We are open to full-time and part-time applicants, as well as flexible working arrangements.
Key Accountabilities
- Providing proactive, hands-on regulatory support to the business on high-impact issues, acting as an embedded partner who anticipates needs and enables confident, compliant regulatory delivery.
- Taking ownership of priority regulatory tasks by coordinating evidence, actions and advice with pace, clarity and disciplined follow-through.
- Be a reliable problem solver for (senior) colleagues, offering rapid, high-quality guidance and practical solutions that unblock issues and keep regulatory work moving.
- Preparing accurate, complete and high-quality regulatory submissions, meeting the expectations of the business, the regulator and industry.
- Supporting the ‘basics right’ agenda by maintaining and continuously improving processes, controls and documentation that give confidence in meeting minimum licence and regulatory requirements.
- Communicating regulatory rules, guidance and frameworks clearly so teams understand expectations and apply them consistently.
- Bringing together live evidence, intelligence and operational insight to support decision-making and strengthen NESO’s strategic interactions with Ofgem.
- Building strong informal relationships across the business and with external counterparts to gather insight, anticipate issues early and support confident regulatory delivery.
- Tracking and managing actions, dependencies and risks across regulatory workstreams to ensure nothing drifts and accountability is clear.
- Contributing beyond role boundaries as priorities evolve, focusing effort where it delivers the greatest value for the organisation.
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Applicants must have the right to work in the UK by the start of employment. Visa sponsorship may not be available for this role and will be considered in line with business requirements.
About You
We’re forging the path, and we know we can’t do it alone. That’s why we need visionary minds like yours to join us on this transformative journey. In this case, we’re looking for someone who has:
- Practical, detail-oriented and disciplined; turns complexity into clear steps the business can follow.
- Strong regulatory or compliance experience and understanding of licence obligations.
- Approachable, collaborative and service-minded; builds trust across teams.
- Proactive ownership with high standards of clarity and follow-through.
- Able to demonstrate a high level of self-motivation and initiative, with the ability to independently identify issues, opportunities, and tasks that need to be progressed.
What You'll Get
- A competitive salary of £60,000 - £68,000 dependent on experience and capability
- Bonus based on company performance
- 26 days annual leave as standard
- A competitive contributory pension scheme where we will double match your contribution to a maximum company contribution of 12%.
- Annual Enrollment to NESO Savings Plan, when you save between £20- £500 a month from your take-home pay, we will pay a 50% matching contribution.
Benefits
NESO's flexible benefits programme provides you with more flexibility around your health, lifestyle and protection benefits, here's just a few available:
- Flexible Bank Holidays & Holiday Trading
- Additional Birthday Day Off
- Cycle to Work Scheme, Retail & Gym Discounts
- Private Medical Insurance, Critical Illness Insurance & Personal Accident Insurance
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About Us
At the National Energy System Operator (NESO), we play a vital role in tackling climate change and securing Great Britain's energy future. We already operate the world's fastest decarbonising electricity system and are working towards our ambition to run it carbon-free for a short period this year - provided the market supplies electricity exclusively from renewable sources. Alongside this, we provide expert advice to government on how to deliver a clean power system by 2030.
In autumn 2024, the Electricity System Operator (ESO) transitioned to become NESO - an independent, expert public corporation with a whole-system view across electricity, gas, and hydrogen. NESO operates independently and transparently, always acting in the best interests of all energy users.
Licensed and regulated by Ofgem, we make impartial decisions that balance sustainability, affordability and security. Our organisation is fully independent from government, the regulator and all commercial interests, with a clear focus on system-wide benefit, long term thinking and public value.
The time to deliver is now. Join the energy transformation and help shape the future.
Your energy. Our future. Together
National Energy System Operator (NESO) recognises the potential of bright and talented individuals, and we encourage you to join us as Great Britain’s energy system undergoes an ambitious, exciting, and vital transformation. Together with industry, we are creating a cleaner, more sustainable energy future.
More Information
This role closes at 23:59, on the day before date shown above, however we encourage candidates to submit their application as early as possible and not wait until the published closing date as this can vary.
Research shows that some people may hesitate to apply unless they meet every single requirement. At NESO, we believe potential comes in many forms and we're committed to a fair, inclusive recruitment process where everyone has the opportunity to show their talents. We celebrate the difference people can bring into our organisation, and welcome and encourage applicants with diverse experiences and backgrounds.
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