Assurance and Control Analyst

Assurance & Control Analyst (x2)

Glasgow

Salary starting from £55,200 to £69,000
Plus up to 15% annual bonus and Single Cover Healthcare

Permanent/Hybrid

Closing Date: 13/08/2026

Help us create a better future, quicker!

At SP Energy Networks our focus is on harnessing technology and innovation to create the networks of the future. Our team is building a dynamic network to meet the changing demands for electricity and increasingly, renewable electricity - safely, securely and sustainably in the communities we serve.

At SP Energy Networks, we know people are central to building a better future, quicker and we are seeking new talent to join our team.

• Plan and execute risk-based assurance reviews and audits across operational and corporate processes.
• Assess control design and operating effectiveness, identifying gaps and agreeing remediation actions with control owners.
• Operate and continuously improve SPEN's assurance & control model, monitoring assurance activity and control performance.
• Coordinate assurance coverage across cross-functional areas including Asset Management, Quality, Environment, H&S, Cyber and GDPR.
• Maintain structured assurance plans, control registers, risk control matrices and supporting documentation aligned to SPEN standards.
• Track remediation actions through to closure and validate outcomes.
• Promote strong internal control practices through practical guidance, templates and awareness activity.
• Produce clear, concise assurance reports, dashboards and metrics for senior stakeholders and governance forums.
• Ensure assurance insights are accurately reflected in ERM risk reporting.
• Work closely with first line SMEs, Internal Audit, Compliance and specialist Group functions to maximise value and avoid duplication.
• Undertake site visits, walkthroughs and process reviews across SPEN locations.
• Identify opportunities to strengthen controls, streamline processes and enhance assurance coverage.

• Proven experience delivering assurance, audit or control testing in a large, regulated organisation.
• Strong working knowledge of internal control frameworks and methodologies.
• Ability to analyse complex processes and translate findings into clear, practical recommendations.
• Confident communicator, able to influence stakeholders and challenge constructively.
• Excellent organisation and prioritisation skills, managing multiple reviews to tight deadlines.
• Experience of regulated environments and understanding of regulatory-driven control expectations.
• High standards of integrity, independence and evidence quality.
• Working knowledge of IT general controls and application controls.
• Comfortable using Microsoft 365 and insight/dashboarding tools.

• Degree qualified (or equivalent experience).
• Demonstrable experience planning and delivering assurance or audit reviews.
• Experience supporting remediation and managing actions through to closure.
• Strong stakeholder engagement and project delivery experience.

As well as a competitive salary which is reviewed annually, you can also enjoy a number of other benefits. With our pension scheme, we'll double match your contribution up to a company contribution of 10%.

At Scottish Power, we believe it's the little things we do in life that make a big difference. From helping you look after your family's wellbeing, save for your future and take personal steps for climate action - our benefits are designed to help you do just that - so that you have everything you need to take care of your world - today and tomorrow.

That's why our benefits include:

• 36 days annual leave
• Holiday purchase - perfect your work/life balance with extra annual leave
• Share Incentive Plan and Sharesave Scheme
• Payroll giving and charity matched funding
• Technology Vouchers - save more and spread the cost of your technology purposes
• Count us in - pledge to reduce carbon emissions and help fight climate change
• Electric Vehicle Schemes - to help you transition to green/clean driving
• Cycle to Work scheme and public transport season ticket loans
• Options to purchase dental insurance, private medical insurance, health cash plan and annual health…