Energy Analyst

Base Location: For this role, we require successful applicants to be based from one of our Scottish locations – Perth

Salary: £35,200-£52,800 + performance-related bonus + a range of benefits to support your finances, wellbeing and family.

Working Pattern: Permanent | Full Time | Flexible First options available

The role

SSEN Transmission has an opportunity for an Analyst to join our Strategic System Planning Function.

Your work delivered within this role will contribute to strategies, investments and external positioning, in areas including north of Scotland future energy scenarios and energy trends, long term network development and energy system modelling.

You will

– Work with a broad cross-section of the Business Planning and Commercial directorate, wider Networks business and corporate support services including development, engineering, customer experience, finance, regulation and corporate affairs, with stakeholders at all levels

– Support the development of data models; producing and developing reports and dashboards used to inform senior stakeholders

-Research and communication of the market, internal and external stakeholders and internal performance information (both qualitative and quantitative), including competitor analysis and industry benchmarking-

-Improve the quality, quantity, regularity and consistency of research and insight that is collected and generated and establishing effective and innovative ways to present and communicate data analysis for colleagues and stakeholders

– Scan and review market activities; spotting emerging trends and themes that may affect the transmission network development in the medium and long term

You have

– Experience within a research/insight/business analysis role

– Understanding of the impact of changing markets and competitor behaviours as well as other influences in the business environment including economic developments, regulation, policy and customer behaviour

– Quantitative and qualitative analytical capability with the ability to handle and analyse large quantities of data and information.

– The ability to read and interpret energy industry scenarios and forecasts and present these to multiple internal stakeholders

– Graduate-level training or relevant experience with proficiency in using Microsoft Office and with advanced knowledge of Excel.

About SSE

SSE has a bold ambition – to be a leading energy company in a net zero world. We’re investing around £10 million a day in homegrown energy to help power a cleaner, more secure future.

SSEN Transmission own and operate the electricity transmission network across the north of Scotland. We transport energy from where it is generated to where it is needed, ensuring a safe and reliable electricity supply for the communities we serve. But that’s not all – we’re upgrading the grid to deliver cleaner, homegrown energy for the future and building a network for net zero to create secure power for generations to come.

Flexible benefits to fit your life

Enjoy discounts on private healthcare and gym memberships. Wellbeing benefits like a free online GP and 24/7 counselling service. Interest-free loans on tech and transport season tickets, or a new bike with our Cycle to Work scheme. As well as generous family entitlements such as maternity and adoption pay, and paternity leave.

Work with an equal opportunity employer

SSE will make any reasonable adjustments you need to ensure that your application and experience with us is positive. please contact Stephanie at or 01738 342963 to discuss how we can support you.

We’re dedicated to fostering an open and inclusive workplace where people from all backgrounds can thrive. We create equal opportunities for everyone to succeed and especially welcome applications from those who may not be well represented in our workforce or industry.

Ready to apply?

Start your online application using the Apply Now box on this page. We only accept applications made online. We’ll be in touch after the closing date to let you know if we’ll be taking your application further. If you’re offered a role with SSE, you’ll need to complete a criminality check and a credit check before you start work.

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