Strategy & Sustainability Policy Analyst

MCS Group is seeking a Strategy & Sustainability Policy Analyst to join our client's energy business in Belfast. This role is to support the development and delivery of organisational strategy, sustainability programmes, and energy policy insight within the electricity sector environment.

This role sits at the centre of the organisation, working across strategy delivery, business planning, sustainability (including ESG), and energy policy analysis. You will support tracking and reporting of strategic initiatives, monitor policy and regulatory developments, and engage with a wide range of internal teams and external stakeholders. The role offers an excellent opportunity for someone interested in energy policy, sustainability, and strategic analysis to make a meaningful impact.

• Support the implementation, tracking, and reporting of organisational strategy, business planning, and sustainability initiatives
• Monitor and analyse the energy policy landscape at local, national, and international levels, assessing impacts on the organisation and stakeholders
• Support sustainability and ESG tracking and reporting across the business
• Assist with monitoring compliance with relevant EU energy regulations and network codes
• Support coordination with European energy bodies and external stakeholders, including government departments and regulators
• Develop and maintain processes that support effective reporting, governance, and strategic oversight
• Work collaboratively across the organisation on strategy and sustainability initiatives

• Degree in business, economics, finance, engineering or a closely related discipline, with a minimum of 2 years' experience in a similar role, working in a multidisciplinary environment
• Experience in policy analysis ideally within an energy context
• Excellent qualitative and quantitative analytical abilities with attention to detail, coupled with the ability to make reasoned judgements based on available information
• Excellent written and oral communication skills, including the ability to summarise and convey complex issues clearly
• Ability to draft documentation in a rational, evidence-based, clear and concise manner
• Exceptional organisational and time management skills with the ability to meet deadlines whilst producing high quality deliverables
• Strong financial and commercial awareness, along with proficient use of Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Outlook), and the ability to use these tools for data analysis, reporting, and professional documentation
• Demonstrated flexible working approach with the ability to lead and prioritise a wide range of demands and activities whilst maintaining a professional and positive focus
• Ability to guide, persuade and influence others through well-developed communication and diplomacy skills

• Experience working in a regulated organisation or with a regulator, and/or experience within an energy environment
• Project management experience or experience working in a project-based environment

• Play a key role in shaping strategy and sustainability initiatives within the energy sector
• Competitive salary, performance-related bonus, pension, and private medical cover
• Hybrid working model (typically 3 days office / 2 days home)
• Enhanced annual leave, wellbeing days, and family-friendly policies
• Access to professional development and clear career progression pathways
• Inclusive and supportive culture that values diversity, collaboration, and flexible working

To speak in absolute confidence about this opportunity please send an up to date CV via the link provided or contact Kirsty Dillon Specialist Consultant at MCS Group

MCS Group is committed to Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion for all, being the first recruitment agency in NI to achieve Bronze Diversity Mark accreditation, if you have a disability which means you require a reasonable adjustment to be considered at any stage of the recruitment process, please contact us and we will endeavour to facilitate the request.