Senior Analyst (Regulation)
Location/Hybrid: Glasgow HQ
Salary from £53,280
Closing Date: 2nd December 2025
Interviews are anticipated w/c 8th December 2025
Help us create a better future, quicker
We know that our people are our strongest asset, so we’re always looking for individuals whose energy, skill and passion can help us reach our goals. This is an opportunity for you to be at the heart of the UK’s journey to Net Zero by leading and influencing regulation and policy decisions to create a Net Zero economy and reach CleanPower 2030.
Our Transmission network is fundamental to the growth of low carbon technologies as we guide and shape the policy landscape in which Transmission networks operate to achieve Government, Ofgem and the National Energy System Operator’s (NESO) targets.
The policy, regulatory framework and operational licence is critical to enabling SP Energy Networks (SPEN) to successfully deliver the Transmission network that the Scottish and UK Government targets require. SPEN will invest over £10bn in Transmission projects by 2031 to make this possible.
At the heart of all business visions and activities are the people whose individual efforts and performance make it happen. We encourage our people to be proud of where they work, to share their ideas and to own their careers. We promote a safe working environment and push people to shape and progress their careers so that we grow our talent within the company.
What You’ll Be Doing
You will be the business’ expert on the electricity transmission Licence and Codes, working with teams across the transmission business on issues at the forefront of regulatory policy. You will develop and influence future price control policy and industry codes, working across key areas including strategic planning, community benefits, competition in networks and funding mechanisms.
Working collaboratively with SPEN’s Regulation Manager, you will develop and implement the business’ strategic thinking and objectives and represent SPEN’s views and objectives through engagement with industry, regulatory and government stakeholders. Responding to Ofgem information requests, timely and accurately, you will communicate key regulatory updates to ensure the business remains adequately informed of wider industry activities whilst contributing to policy and regulatory development for key areas of focus for the team.
You Will
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%.
Benefits
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:
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 2045. 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 careers@scottishpower.com.
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.
IMPORTANT
Advert will close at 23:59 GMT the day before Job Posting End Date below
December-2-2025
Salary from £53,280
Closing Date: 2nd December 2025
Interviews are anticipated w/c 8th December 2025
Help us create a better future, quicker
We know that our people are our strongest asset, so we’re always looking for individuals whose energy, skill and passion can help us reach our goals. This is an opportunity for you to be at the heart of the UK’s journey to Net Zero by leading and influencing regulation and policy decisions to create a Net Zero economy and reach CleanPower 2030.
Our Transmission network is fundamental to the growth of low carbon technologies as we guide and shape the policy landscape in which Transmission networks operate to achieve Government, Ofgem and the National Energy System Operator’s (NESO) targets.
The policy, regulatory framework and operational licence is critical to enabling SP Energy Networks (SPEN) to successfully deliver the Transmission network that the Scottish and UK Government targets require. SPEN will invest over £10bn in Transmission projects by 2031 to make this possible.
At the heart of all business visions and activities are the people whose individual efforts and performance make it happen. We encourage our people to be proud of where they work, to share their ideas and to own their careers. We promote a safe working environment and push people to shape and progress their careers so that we grow our talent within the company.
What You’ll Be Doing
You will be the business’ expert on the electricity transmission Licence and Codes, working with teams across the transmission business on issues at the forefront of regulatory policy. You will develop and influence future price control policy and industry codes, working across key areas including strategic planning, community benefits, competition in networks and funding mechanisms.
Working collaboratively with SPEN’s Regulation Manager, you will develop and implement the business’ strategic thinking and objectives and represent SPEN’s views and objectives through engagement with industry, regulatory and government stakeholders. Responding to Ofgem information requests, timely and accurately, you will communicate key regulatory updates to ensure the business remains adequately informed of wider industry activities whilst contributing to policy and regulatory development for key areas of focus for the team.
You Will
- Lead SPEN’s strategy on industry code changes at a critical phase of energy code reform and system development to meet the needs of our customers and consumers.
- Monitor, develop and support the implementation of Licence arrangements for current and future price controls and influence regulatory decisions, including any potential licence enforcement, whilst maintaining the transmission licence and records of all key changes.
- Support the business on issues of Licence, Code and governance document interpretation and compliance.
- Work closely with internal stakeholders, other network operators and the regulator to share best practice and represent SPEN’s views to wider industry.
- Advance and develop SPEN’s regulatory strategy, including preparing robust responses to relevant industry consultations / submissions and supporting SP Transmission to comply with its regulatory obligations.
- Support on ad-hoc regulatory issues identified by the Transmission Regulation Manager
- Supporting on any CMA or Judicial Review appeals process
- Identify relevant external publications and events to monitor the regulatory landscape, review or attend these to report to the Transmission regulation team on any relevant matters which may directly impact the business
- Work with the Regulation manager supporting and leading engagements with Ofgem, other external stakeholders and governance groups on key regulatory issues
- The ability to outline complex issues in a straightforward and succinct way is essential.
- Strong analytical and numeracy skills.
- Strong stakeholder engagement and influencing skills.
- Clear and concise communication skills, both written and verbal.
- Competent in Microsoft Office applications (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, etc)
- Well organised to support working across multiple key policy areas.
- Experience from a regulation, policy, economics, commercial or codes role is preferred.
- Experience in electricity networks or the wider energy sector is preferred.
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%.
Benefits
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 Schemes
- Payroll Giving and Charity Matched Funding
- Technology Vouchers – save more and spread the cost of your technology purchases
- Electric Vehicle Schemes – to help you transition to green/clean driving
- Cycle to Work scheme and Public Transport Season Ticket Loans
- Healthcare benefit options including: Dental Insurance, Private Medical Insurance, Health Cash Plan and annual Health Assessments
- Life Assurance (4x salary)
- Access to Savesmart financial wellbeing support
- Plus shopping, leisure, restaurant and gym discounts, and unique employee deals on travel insurance and more
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 2045. 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 careers@scottishpower.com.
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.
IMPORTANT
Advert will close at 23:59 GMT the day before Job Posting End Date below
December-2-2025