Senior Policy Analyst (Regulation)

Job Description

The Scottish Power Energy Networks (SPEN) Transmission (SPT) business is pivotal in delivering the UK's Clean Power 2030 and Net Zero ambitions. Our RIIO-T3 £12bn business plan has commenced, this will be focused on accelerating investment, securing economic growth and strengthening network resilience and enabling the rapid connection of low‑carbon generation across central and southern Scotland.

We have a unique opportunity for a Senior Analyst to join our high‑performing Regulatory Economics and Policy team to shape the future of the transmission network. With an ambitious pipeline of infrastructure delivery, innovation, and whole‑system planning, you will be joining a team who play a crucial role in our ever-evolving energy environment.

What you'll be doing

As a Senior Policy Analyst at SPT, you will operate at the heart of the UK's energy transition, navigating a fast‑moving and highly influential policy landscape.

This role will:

• Lead analysis and shape SPTs responses to fast-moving policy developments across DESNZ, NESO, Ofgem and the Scottish Government by co-ordinating internal input to consultations, impact assessments and regulatory submissions.
• Interpret complex regulatory and industry reforms, translating them into clear strategic positions to ensure SP Transmission remains ahead of the evolving policy landscape.
• Develop and influence policy positions that support network investment, system resilience and net zero delivery.
• Drive engagement with key stakeholders across government and industry to support a resilient, low-carbon electricity system.
• Identify and assess the commercial impacts of regulatory risks and opportunities across the major project portfolio, supporting internal project teams.
• Provide clear, concise briefings and strategic advice to senior leadership on emerging policy risks and opportunities.
• Work collaboratively across government affairs, engineering, planning and commercial teams to align policy with delivery priorities.

What you'll bring

• Strong understanding of UK energy policy, regulation and market frameworks, ideally with experience across DESNZ, Ofgem, NESO or devolved government
• A proactive mindset, with the initiative to anticipate policy developments, identify opportunities, and drive work forward independently
• Strong analytical, numeracy skills with a high attention to detail and sound judgement with proven ability to analyse complex policy and regulatory developments and translate them into clear strategic insights
• Experience of working in fast‑paced, evolving environments and managing competing priorities effectively
• Clear and concise communication skills, with the ability to brief senior leaders and distil complex issues into accessible messages
• Strong collaboration skills, with the ability to work across multidisciplinary teams
• Hold a relevant economics qualification (desirable)

What's in it for you

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 ScottishPower, 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 assessments
• Life Assurance (4x salary)
• Access to SmartSave financial wellbeing support
• Plus shopping, leisure, restaurant and gym discounts, and unique employee deals on travel insurance and more

Why SP Energy Networks

SP Energy Networks is part of the Iberdrola Group, one of the world's largest integrated utility companies and a world leader in wind energy. We keep electricity flowing to homes and businesses through Central and Southern Scotland, North Wales and in the North West of England. We operate over 4000km of cables and lines that make-up the transmission network - connecting infrastructure like wind farms into the electricity system. It's a role that puts us right at the heart of Scotland's ambition to be Net Zero by 2044. And we're taking it very seriously. We're investing >£5.5 billion into our transmission network, directly supporting the rapid growth needed in renewable energy. With diverse opportunities across our businesses and a commitment to invest in our own internal talent, ScottishPower can offer people real career opportunities that meet personal and professional goals, in a global organisation.

Inclusion, diversity, and a social purpose are at the heart of everything we do. Together with our values, they bring us together into a stronger, more sustainable business with direct links to the communities we serve. It takes all kinds of people to build a large-scale business like ours, so whatever your background, you'll fit right in.

We are committed to providing reasonable support or adjustments in our recruiting processes for candidates with disabilities, long term conditions, mental health conditions, or who are neurodivergent or require pregnancy-related support. If you need support, please reach out to [email protected].

Mobility

Please note that any applicant who is not a citizen of the country of the vacancy will be subject to compliance with the applicable immigration requirements to legally work in that country. If/when required, the Company will support the employee with the necessary Immigration requirements.