NESO Policy Manager

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For this role, we require successful applicants to be based from one of our Scottish locations - Perth

Salary: £competitive + performance‑related bonus + a range of benefits to support your finances, wellbeing and family.

Working Pattern: Permanent | Full Time | Flexible First options available

As NESO Policy Manager, you will play a vital part in SSEN Transmission's mission to deliver a secure and sustainable energy future. With the National Energy System Operator (NESO) now a key stakeholder, you will ensure that our engagement is operationally robust, compliant, and aligned to strategic priorities. This role places you at the centre of policy implementation, licence compliance, and cross‑functional coordination, giving you the opportunity to influence the future of GB's energy networks.

If you enjoy shaping policy, building strong relationships, and driving high quality delivery, this is a role where you can make a real impact.

• Develop and coordinate policy positions and advocacy plans, working within established strategic frameworks to support organisational objectives.
• Lead key reports and assessments to ensure operational activities meet business and regulatory requirements, making decisions that strengthen compliance and performance. Deliver operational targets, support process improvements, and contribute to key performance indicators.
• Build and maintain effective working relationships with internal teams and external partners, facilitating collaboration and information sharing.
• Guide and coordinate cross‑functional groups on policy issues, fostering teamwork and driving progress on shared goals.
• Oversee operational risks related to policy activities, ensuring robust review processes and effective risk mitigation.

• A strong understanding of GB energy networks, energy security and resilience and the regulatory landscape.
• Experience in developing policy positions and working with a range of stakeholders.
• Excellent organisational and analytical skills, with the ability to prioritise effectively.
• The confidence and interpersonal skills to influence outcomes without direct line management responsibility.
• A collaborative mindset, bringing initiative, curiosity, and fresh thinking to complex challenges.

SSE's purpose is to provide energy needed today while building a better world of energy for tomorrow. We do this by developing, building, operating and investing in electricity infrastructure and businesses needed in the energy transition. Our Transforming for Growth investment plan sees us investing £33bn in critical electricity infrastructure across the five years to 2030.

SSEN Transmission own and operate the electricity transmission network across the north of Scotland. We transport energy from where it is generated to where it is needed, ensuring a safe and reliable electricity supply for the communities we serve. But that's not all - we're upgrading the grid to deliver cleaner, home‑grown energy for the future and building a network for net zero to create secure power for generations to come.

Enjoy discounts on private healthcare and gym memberships. Wellbeing benefits like a free online GP and 24/7 counselling service. Interest‑free loans on tech and transport season tickets, or a new bike with our Cycle to Work scheme. As well as generous family entitlements such as maternity and adoption pay, and paternity leave.

SSE will make any reasonable adjustments you need to ensure that your application and experience with us is positive. Please contact  / to discuss how we can support you.

We're dedicated to fostering an open and inclusive workplace where people from all backgrounds can thrive. We create equal opportunities for everyone to succeed and especially welcome applications from those who may not be well represented in our workforce or industry.

Start your online application using the Apply Now box on this page. We only accept applications made online. We'll be in touch after the closing date to let you know if we'll be taking your application further. If you're offered a role with SSE, you'll need to complete a criminality check and a credit check before you start work.