Energy Data Lead

Job Description

SP Energy Networks (SPEN) are working towards achieving our RIIO-T2 and RIIO-ED2 ambitions to provide a safe and reliable service which delivers Net Zero ambitions, builds a trusted relationship with our customers and stakeholders, and builds a digital and data driven workforce of the future.

This is an exciting opportunity to play a key role in the Data Transformation of the Energy Industry, as part of SPEN's Network Data & Intelligence function. This is a new position in response to the ever-evolving way we use data - recognising that development and external sharing, of our data and information will be a key enabler in the transition to net Zero.

In this role, you will manage SPEN's Open Data Portal, oversee the full lifecycle of data requests and play a key role in dataset development and governance. You will be responsible for triaging incoming data enquiries, working with internal teams to assess and prepare datasets for publication and ensuring our open data offerings meet regulatory standards and stakeholder expectations - supporting our commitment to openness, collaboration and digital transformation. You will also produce regular reports and insights for senior managers, helping shape SPEN's data and digitalisation strategy.

What you'll be doing

Developing a detailed understanding of SPEN open data so that you can support our customers and stakeholders with identifying and compiling data that meets their request, you will lead the Open Data Request process within SPEN, collaborating with various parties across the organisation, including Data Owners, Data Transformation team, Business Transformation team and IT to provide data that meets our stakeholders needs.

Leading our risk assessment process, ensuring that the principles of Data Security and Cyber Security are fully considered for each dataset we produce, you will assist with development and maintenance of our Open Data Portal, working closely with our programme of development across our Open Data portal to identify and feed in requirements, improving offerings which align with the needs of the datasets, ensuring we are delivering in line with Data Best Practice.

Engaging with our stakeholders across the industry through attendance at industry events, you will seek opportunities to deliver best in class data offerings, prepare executive materials and industry submissions to ensure work being completed by SPEN is fully reflected and recognised, cultivating relationships with key stakeholders, establishing effective working relationships with SPEN staff and management teams across the business, whilst being involved with the development of datasets for publication on the Open Data Portal.

Required Skills and Qualifications

Degree qualified in Mathematics, Engineering, Statistics, Data Science or similar, experience within the UK electricity network industry is preferred although not essential.

With excellent analytical and problem-solving skills, you will display your proven experience in data and statistical analysis, managing competing priorities in a fast-paced environment.

Utilising your excellent interpersonal, communication and time management skills, you will possess experience in analysis preparation, reporting and presentations for senior management. You will also be numerically articulate with a strong attention to detail.

What You'll Bring

You will be proactive, adaptable and passionate about delivering high-quality, actionable data.

With an ability to quickly understand a range of complex data and the issues it may present, you will possess strong communication skills to articulate objectives and deliver projects with multiple milestones.

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 purchases
• 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 Northwest 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.