PMO Analyst and Strategist – NESO

About the role

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.

We are looking for a PMO Analyst & Team Strategist to provide project/programme management, strategy and administrative support for the Gas and Whole Energy Network Development (GWEND) team. The role will provide the successful candidate with the opportunity to work in a multi-paced, multi-faceted team structure that goes to the core of NESO’s whole system responsibilities. GWEND are a new NESO function that plans the gas transmission network, analyses the decarbonisation of the industrial clusters – hydrogen and CCS – and we are expecting to grow a hydrogen network planning team in the coming months. The Head of GWEND also provides support across the Strategic Energy Planning (SEP) directorate and is helping to shape the economic modelling that underpins the Strategic Spatial Energy Plan (SSEP).

The role provides an opportunity to develop presentational and communication skills, to help the team articulate simple messages based on complicated thought leadership – to which you are expected to contribute – to gain knowledge of the whole system energy transition and to build your network within NESO. The role will require working and networking with other Team coordinators and PMOs across ESO, coordination across multiple teams, and interfaces with the other SEP teams as well as Future Energy Systems (FES), Reform of Electricity Market Arrangements (REMA), Whole Energy Market Development and wider Strategy and Policy teams. There will be the need for interfacing with DESNZ and Ofgem and other high-level stakeholders and customers.

This is an excellent opportunity to get to the bottom of some of the most complex challenges of the energy transition.

This role is based in 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.

About us

About the National Energy System Operator (NESO)

In Autumn of 2024, the ESO transitioned to National Energy System Operator, or NESO for short. Previously denoted as the Future System Operator (or FSO), the new National Energy System Operator is the independent body responsible for planning Great Britain’s electricity and gas networks and operating the electricity system. 

The ESO, including all of its existing roles, are now at the heart of the new National Energy System Operator. As NESO, we will build on our existing roles, capabilities, and ways of working significantly to create an organisation the energy system and its users’ need. Our new capabilities will enable us to look across vectors, including electricity, natural gas and hydrogen, and crucially consider the trade-offs between them. 

The organisation is set up as a public corporation with its own Board of independent directors, with complete operational independence from government, the regulator and any and all commercial interest. As was the ESO, NESO will be licenced and regulated by Ofgem through price control agreements and obligated to identify optimal solutions to system operations and planning in the most sustainable, affordable and secure way for all. 

The time to deliver is now. As part of our team, you won’t just be touching the lives of almost everyone in Great Britain – you’ll be shaping the way we use and consume energy for generations to come.

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:

• Strong and resilient time management and project management skills. 
• A disciplined attitude to organisation.
• Ability to work in line with changing priorities.
• Proven experience in building and managing relationships with internal and external stakeholders.
• Experience of managing a full and dynamic diary, working with both internal and external contacts, or the capacity to develop these skills
• Creativity and experience of creating impactful presentation material.
• Knowledge of PowerBI and/or Thinkcell would be advantageous, but not essential.
• A technical knowledge of one or more energy vector, or general knowledge of decarbonisation, sustainability, economics and/or politics.

What you’ll get

A competitive salary between £51000- £74000 p.a. dependent on experience and capability.

As well as your base salary, you will receive a bonus based on company performance, 26 days annual leave as standard and a competitive contributory pension scheme where we will double match your contribution to a maximum company contribution of 12%. 

You will also have access to a comprehensive benefits package tailored to support your well-being and professional success. From a competitive salary to flexible work arrangements, we promote your work-life balance. Enjoy fit for purpose wellbeing and lifestyle offerings, ongoing skill development aligned to our Purpose and Values, and be part of a supportive community that values your individuality and where you can belong.

Key Accountabilities

As PMO Analyst & Team Strategist you will be responsible for: 

• Management of the team’s programme management structure.
• Ensuring all reporting obligations are met – CRM, governance, risk, etc.
• Ensuring all relevant risks are kept under review.
• Providing project management support to the team’s various projects and deliverables.
• Diary management and wider administrative support for the Head of GWEND.
• Supporting procurement activities, purchase order and invoice processing.
• Supporting designated governance and assurance meetings.
• Ensuring the teams’ materials are effectively organised and accessible, including knowledge management and archiving materials as necessary.
• Support the team in complying with data and information policies.
• Working closely with Head of GWEND to develop ideas into messages and materials.
• Preparation of presentation material following direction from Head of GWEND.
• Provide support to the development of team strategies.

More information

This role closes on 27th October 2024 at 23:59, however we encourage candidates to submit their application as early as possible and not wait until the published closing date as this can vary. Interviews will be held on 1st, 7th and 8th November 2024.

We work towards the highest standards in everything we do, including how we support, value and develop our people. Our aim is to encourage and support employees to thrive and be the best they can be. We celebrate the difference people can bring into our organisation, and welcome and encourage applicants with diverse experiences and backgrounds, and offer flexible and tailored support, at home and in the office. 

We’re committed to building a workforce that represents the communities we serve, and a working environment in which each individual feels valued, respected, fairly treated, and able to reach their full potential.

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