Early Careers Specialist
About Us
At the National Energy System Operator (NESO), we play a vital role in tackling climate change and securing Great Britain's energy future. We already operate the world's fastest decarbonising electricity system and are working towards our ambition to run it carbon-free for a short period this year - provided the market supplies electricity exclusively from renewable sources. Alongside this, we provide expert advice to government on how to deliver a clean power system by 2030.
In autumn 2024, the Electricity System Operator (ESO) transitioned to become NESO - an independent, expert public corporation with a whole-system view across electricity, gas, and hydrogen. NESO operates independently and transparently, always actin in the best interests of all energy users.
Licensed and regulated by Ofgem, we make impartial decisions that balance sustainability, affordability and security. Our organisation is fully independent from government, the regulator and all commercial interests, with a clear focus on system-wide benefit, long term thing and public value.
The time to deliver is now. Join the energy transformation and help shape the future.
Your energy. Our future. Together
National Energy System Operator (NESO) recognises the potential of bright and talented individuals, and we encourage you to join us as Great Britain’s energy system undergoes an ambitious, exciting, and vital transformation. Together with industry, we are creating a cleaner, more sustainable energy future.
About The Role
Our Early Careers programmes are designed to build and develop current and future skills we require to deliver on our ambitions as the NESO. Our purpose is to ‘power your potential’
Reporting to the Early Careers Manager, the Early Careers Specialist leads on the design, learning and delivery of the NESO Early Careers programmes. This role specialises in delivering NESO’s Graduate and Undergraduate programmes.
The Early Careers Specialist will lead the continuous improvement, development and delivery of the programmes, ensuring that learners progress effectively, maintain compliance with standards and provide necessary support throughout their programme.
Key Accountabilities
We’re forging the path, and we know we can’t do it alone. That’s why we need visionary minds like yours to join us on this transformative journey. In this case, we’re looking for someone who:
A competitive salary of £48,374 - £52,000 dependent on experience and capability
As well as your base salary, NESO's core benefits are the essential perks and advantages that form part of your employee package.
NESO's flexible benefits programme provides you with more flexibility around your helath, lifestyle and protection benefits, here's just a few available:
This role closes at 23:59, on the date displayed on the top of this advert, however we encourage candidates to submit their application as early as possible and not wait until the published closing date as this can vary. Interviews will be held 27th April
5th May
8th May
11th May DEIB panel
Research shows that some people may hesitate to apply unless they meet every single requirement. At NESO, we believe potential comes in many forms and we're committed to a fair, inclusive recruitment
We're committed to building a workforce that represents the communities we serve, and a working environment in which each individual feels valued, respected, fairly treated, and able to reach their full potential. If this role sparks your interest but you're not sure you tick every box, we still want to hear from you. process where everyone has the opportunity to shoe their talents. We celebrate the difference people can bring into our organisation, and welcome and encourage applicants with diverse experiences and backgrounds.
At the National Energy System Operator (NESO), we play a vital role in tackling climate change and securing Great Britain's energy future. We already operate the world's fastest decarbonising electricity system and are working towards our ambition to run it carbon-free for a short period this year - provided the market supplies electricity exclusively from renewable sources. Alongside this, we provide expert advice to government on how to deliver a clean power system by 2030.
In autumn 2024, the Electricity System Operator (ESO) transitioned to become NESO - an independent, expert public corporation with a whole-system view across electricity, gas, and hydrogen. NESO operates independently and transparently, always actin in the best interests of all energy users.
Licensed and regulated by Ofgem, we make impartial decisions that balance sustainability, affordability and security. Our organisation is fully independent from government, the regulator and all commercial interests, with a clear focus on system-wide benefit, long term thing and public value.
The time to deliver is now. Join the energy transformation and help shape the future.
Your energy. Our future. Together
National Energy System Operator (NESO) recognises the potential of bright and talented individuals, and we encourage you to join us as Great Britain’s energy system undergoes an ambitious, exciting, and vital transformation. Together with industry, we are creating a cleaner, more sustainable energy future.
About The Role
Our Early Careers programmes are designed to build and develop current and future skills we require to deliver on our ambitions as the NESO. Our purpose is to ‘power your potential’
Reporting to the Early Careers Manager, the Early Careers Specialist leads on the design, learning and delivery of the NESO Early Careers programmes. This role specialises in delivering NESO’s Graduate and Undergraduate programmes.
The Early Careers Specialist will lead the continuous improvement, development and delivery of the programmes, ensuring that learners progress effectively, maintain compliance with standards and provide necessary support throughout their programme.
Key Accountabilities
- Support the Early Careers Manager, in the ongoing development and evolution of the Early Careers strategy. This includes the design of learning curriculums and delivery approaches.
- Provide proactive programmatic management and continuous improvement to colleagues learning including, performance tracking, objective setting, managing module flows and measuring the success of learning initiatives
- Lead the design and delivery of the programme calendar – such as keep warm activities, inductions, welcome days and graduating events
- Retain accountability for performance and pastoral care for all learners on programme and to collaborate with internal Employee Relations when necessary to conduct thorough and impartial investigations when required.
- Work with key stakeholders within the business to identify internal and external placements needed for specific programmes.
- Lead internal team of placement and line managers, communicating programme timelines and supporting the ongoing development of managers of early careers learners.
- Lead development of learning and development journeys in line with NESO’s future skills and capabilities
- Design & deliver guidance and training to placement managers who are supporting the development of people on our early career’s schemes.
- Provide insights and support to the Early Careers Recruiter during our attraction, assessment and selection process. For example at careers fairs, assessment centres and identification of talent. Retaining overall decision maker for scheme offers.
- In line with NESO’s future skills and capabilities partner with the business to lead the development of new streams as/when required
We’re forging the path, and we know we can’t do it alone. That’s why we need visionary minds like yours to join us on this transformative journey. In this case, we’re looking for someone who:
- Is passionate about developing future talent
- Has experience of working within Early Careers or emerging talent teams
- Has experience in managing Graduate/Undergraduate programmes, preferably in the utilities or related industries
- Highly organised and can support on multiple programme deliverables
- Strong communicator and stakeholder management skills.
- Comfortable in a fast-paced environment, with strong attention to detail and exceptional time management
A competitive salary of £48,374 - £52,000 dependent on experience and capability
As well as your base salary, NESO's core benefits are the essential perks and advantages that form part of your employee package.
- You will receive a bonus based on company performance
- 26 days annual leave as standard
- A competitive contributory pension scheme where we will double match your contribution to a maximum company contribution of 12%.
- Annual Enrollment to NESO Savings Plan, when you save between £20- £500 a month from your take-home pay, we will pay a 50% matching contribution.
NESO's flexible benefits programme provides you with more flexibility around your helath, lifestyle and protection benefits, here's just a few available:
- Flexible Bank Holidays & Holiday Trading
- Additional Birthday Day Off
- Cycle to Work Scheme, Retail & Gym Discounts
- Private Medical Insurance, Critical Illness Insurance & Personal Accident Insurance
This role closes at 23:59, on the date displayed on the top of this advert, however we encourage candidates to submit their application as early as possible and not wait until the published closing date as this can vary. Interviews will be held 27th April
5th May
8th May
11th May DEIB panel
Research shows that some people may hesitate to apply unless they meet every single requirement. At NESO, we believe potential comes in many forms and we're committed to a fair, inclusive recruitment
We're committed to building a workforce that represents the communities we serve, and a working environment in which each individual feels valued, respected, fairly treated, and able to reach their full potential. If this role sparks your interest but you're not sure you tick every box, we still want to hear from you. process where everyone has the opportunity to shoe their talents. We celebrate the difference people can bring into our organisation, and welcome and encourage applicants with diverse experiences and backgrounds.