Head of Market Registration & Compliance
Listed on 2026-10-14
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Management
Regulatory Compliance Specialist, Operations Management
We aim to attract and develop outstanding talent. Join us to play a part in the future of energy in Northern Ireland.
Head of Market Registration & Compliance (S202661)12 Manse Rd, BT6 9RT
, Belfast, County Antrim, United Kingdom
Role
Title:
Head of Market Registration & Compliance
Reports to:
SEMO General Manager
Location:
Belfast (Hybrid – 2 days remote/3 days in office)
Who We Are
SONI is Northern Ireland’s Transmission System Operator. We are the people behind Northern Ireland’s electricity grid. We make sure that every home, business, school, hospital, factory and farm has power - when and where they need it.
And that’s just the beginning of our story. We have a critical role to play in delivering a cleaner, cheaper more secure energy future for everyone living in Northern Ireland.
Our focus is on safety, security and reliability. Our work environment is challenging, fast-moving, collaborative and team orientated. Our culture is driven by continual development, knowledge and teamwork.
Our people are committed to reducing Northern Ireland’s reliance on fossil fuels and transforming the energy system to make decarbonisation a reality – while providing a safe and reliable electricity supply in a way that secures the future for those who follow us.
The work you will deliver with us here at SONI matters. Join a great and supportive team and be part of the transformation.
The Role
We are seeking a Head of Market Registration & Compliance to join the Single Electricity Market Operator (SEMO), our joint venture with Eir Grid.
This is a senior leadership role responsible for leading the strategic direction, governance and operational delivery of market registration and compliance activities across the Single Electricity Market. Reporting to the SEMO General Manager, with a local reporting line to the SONI Director of Operations, you will ensure robust compliance with market rules and regulatory obligations while supporting the efficient operation of the Balancing Market and Capacity Market.
You will lead a team responsible for market registration processes, compliance frameworks, audits and governance activities, while building strong relationships with regulators, market participants and internal stakeholders. The successful candidate will play a key role in maintaining market integrity, driving continuous improvement and ensuring SEMO meets its obligations in a dynamic and evolving energy landscape.
Key Responsibilities
- Provide strategic leadership and oversight of market registration and compliance activities across the Balancing Market and Capacity Market.
- Ensure the timely and accurate delivery of registration processes, annual parameter submissions and associated governance requirements.
- Develop, maintain and continuously improve compliance and control frameworks to ensure adherence to market rules and regulatory obligations.
- Lead internal and external audits, managing risks proactively and implementing actions to achieve high standards of compliance.
- Act as the principal point of engagement with the SEM Committee (SEMC), market participants and other key stakeholders on registration, governance and compliance matters.
- Lead the governance of Balancing Market Rules, providing expert interpretation, guidance and support on rule changes and implementation.
- Build and develop a high-performing team, promoting collaboration, accountability and continuous improvement.
- Provide clear and effective reporting to senior leadership on compliance performance, risks, governance activities and regulatory developments.
- Manage budgets and resources effectively to support the delivery of business objectives.
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