Head of Capacity Market and CFD Delivery Body - NESO
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
National Energy System Operator’s (NESO) strength lies in our people. Together, we’re shaping the future where clean, affordable energy is accessible for all. Every day is an opportunity to make a real difference, accelerating the progress of sustainable GB energy, keeping people connected and society thriving as we create a brighter tomorrow.
The Capacity Market (CM) and Contracts for Difference (CfD) are two key government mechanisms designed to accelerate decarbonisation and maintain a secure, affordable electricity system in Great Britain. CfD incentivises investment in low carbon and renewable generation, while the CM secures the reliable capacity needed to keep the system in balance during peak demand.
NESO is the designated Delivery Body for both regimes. The Capacity Market and CfD Delivery Body team are accountable for providing expert advice to government and for overseeing all aspects of prequalification, auction delivery, and (for CM only) agreement management to ensure the regimes operate efficiently and fulfil policy intent. Our role also requires supporting customers throughout the end-to-end process and ongoing engagement with Low Carbon Contracts Company (LCCC) for CfD and Electricity Settlements Company (ESC) and EMR Settlements (Elexon) for CM.
This role can be based in Wokingham, Warwick or Glasgow, and we continue to offer hybrid working from office and home. We are open to full time and part time applicants, as well as flexible working arrangements.
We kindly request that you submit a cover letter as part of your application.
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 has/is:
A competitive salary of £90,000 - £110,000pa dependent on experience and capabilityAs well as your base salary, you will receive a benefits allowance, a bonus of up to 20% of your salary for stretch performance, private medical insurance, 28 days annual leave as standard and a competitive contributory pension scheme where we will double match your contribution to a maximum company contribution of 12%.
Benefits
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 at 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.
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
National Energy System Operator’s (NESO) strength lies in our people. Together, we’re shaping the future where clean, affordable energy is accessible for all. Every day is an opportunity to make a real difference, accelerating the progress of sustainable GB energy, keeping people connected and society thriving as we create a brighter tomorrow.
The Capacity Market (CM) and Contracts for Difference (CfD) are two key government mechanisms designed to accelerate decarbonisation and maintain a secure, affordable electricity system in Great Britain. CfD incentivises investment in low carbon and renewable generation, while the CM secures the reliable capacity needed to keep the system in balance during peak demand.
NESO is the designated Delivery Body for both regimes. The Capacity Market and CfD Delivery Body team are accountable for providing expert advice to government and for overseeing all aspects of prequalification, auction delivery, and (for CM only) agreement management to ensure the regimes operate efficiently and fulfil policy intent. Our role also requires supporting customers throughout the end-to-end process and ongoing engagement with Low Carbon Contracts Company (LCCC) for CfD and Electricity Settlements Company (ESC) and EMR Settlements (Elexon) for CM.
This role can be based in Wokingham, Warwick or Glasgow, and we continue to offer hybrid working from office and home. We are open to full time and part time applicants, as well as flexible working arrangements.
We kindly request that you submit a cover letter as part of your application.
Key Accountabilities
- Providing strategic leadership to ensure the Capacity Market and CfD Delivery Body maintains the capability required to fulfil its role as defined in the Capacity Market (CM) and Contracts for Difference (CfD) Rules and Regulations, performing this important operational function effectively and compliantly.
- Responsible for delivering prequalification, disputes, auctions, allocation, and agreement management processes.
- Representing NESO as a senior Delivery Body authority in government, Ofgem governance forums, and industry engagements, shaping the CM and CfD regimes, influencing policy development, and ensuring effective delivery of policy intent.
- Supporting industry participants to prepare for each CM and CfD round with clear communication and a customer‑centric approach.
- Building and maintaining strong, effective relationships with stakeholders critical to the success of the regimes, including DESNZ, Ofgem, the Low Carbon Contracts Company (LCCC), and EMR Settlement (Elexon).
- Working collaboratively with NESO’s Digital, Data and Technology (DD&T) teams to implement regulatory changes and deliver continuous system performance improvements, ensuring delivery to time, budget, and quality.
- Leading the development of a high performing team, that delivers through strong engagement, innovation, wellbeing and organisational resilience.
- Encouraging the team to embrace digitalisation and innovation to improve processes, enhance our customer experience and maintain data integrity and regulatory compliance
- Setting high standards of work quality across the Capacity Market and CfD Delivery Body management team, fostering healthy challenge and constructive debate to drive continuous improvement.
- Maintaining a sustainable leadership pipeline and succession plan within the Capacity Market and CfD Delivery Body.
- Playing an integral role within the Markets leadership team, contributing to the overall success of the directorate and NESO.
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 has/is:
- A proven ability to provide direction, think strategically, drive changes and deliver through others.
- A proven ability to create, develop and lead high performing teams that embrace diversity and inclusion, foster a strong sense of belonging, and promote innovation, wellbeing, and resilience.
- Strong capability in addressing complex, cross functional or cross organisational challenges, working collaboratively with stakeholders and constructively navigating differing views and opinions.
- Demonstrated leadership in driving continuous improvement, bringing creative and innovative ideas to the forefront and delivering measurable improvements in efficiency and effective change management.
- Recognised thought leadership, with the ability to influence and engage a broad range of internal and external senior stakeholders and customers.
- A strong track record of building, maintaining, and leveraging effective relationships with diverse stakeholder groups, including representing NESO at external events and engaging with customers at a senior level.
- Strong understanding of electricity and/or gas market structures and the associated regulatory and governance frameworks.
A competitive salary of £90,000 - £110,000pa dependent on experience and capabilityAs well as your base salary, you will receive a benefits allowance, a bonus of up to 20% of your salary for stretch performance, private medical insurance, 28 days annual leave as standard and a competitive contributory pension scheme where we will double match your contribution to a maximum company contribution of 12%.
Benefits
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 at 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.
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.