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This is an exciting opportunity for someone looking to advance their career in a fast pace, evolving industry. We are recruiting a Policy Analyst with experience in electricity decarbonisation, markets and/or networks. The ideal candidate will have a good understanding of GB electricity market design and regulation, with an understanding of battery energy storage systems (BESS). Experience engaging with Government, Ofgem, NESO and relevant industry bodies would be highly beneficial. This role will be central to advancing Zenobē’s energy policy objectives, leveraging public affairs, advocacy and stakeholder engagement to shape the regulatory and policy landscape. Reporting to the Policy & Public Affairs Lead, the successful candidate will work closely with the Network Infrastructure (NI) Business Development teams, ensuring that policy development supports grid-scale storage. Candidates should be able to operate at pace, balancing multiple priorities and respond swiftly to policy changes in a fast-moving sector. This is an exciting opportunity to help shape the future energy system as part of a dynamic and forward-thinking team.
Job Responsibility:
Support the integration of Battery Energy Storage Systems (BESS) in renewables systems
Track evolving energy policy, regulation and market reforms affecting BESS and communicate material developments to internal stakeholders
Support the development of Zenobē’s policy positions, working closely with the Policy Lead and Business Development team to draft responses to consultations, code modifications and inquiry submissions
Conduct research, analysis and modelling on the economic, social and environmental impacts of policy options
Monitor and evaluate policy effectiveness, identifying opportunities to enhance Zenobē’s market position and service offerings
Support and lead aspects of our engagement with key stakeholders & drive collaboration across central government and local authorities
Engage with government departments and industry bodies to advocate for Zenobē’s policies that support the integration of battery energy storage systems (BESS)
Represent Zenobē at industry forums, public consultations and working groups
Author concise policy briefs and position statements on battery storage policy and provide internal guidance to senior leaders
Facilitate collaboration between public and private sector stakeholders
Support the Community and Stakeholder Engagement Manager with the regional and local stakeholder engagement strategy around Zenobē NI projects
Support and lead aspects of quantitative and qualitative analysis to assess policy proposals’ system and consumer impacts
Brief senior leaders and commercial teams on regulatory risk/opportunity
develop persuasive narratives, briefings and supporting collateral for external use
Maintain an internal policy tracker and calendar of consultations, workgroups and key decision points
Actively contribute to Zenobe's commitment to health and safety, wellbeing and sustainability
Requirements:
Background in energy policy analysis
electricity markets, flexibility, or storage
Knowledge of recent and ongoing electricity market reforms impacting BESS
Proven ability to conduct quantitative and qualitative research to support policy development and commercial strategy
Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with experience writing long-form policy documents including consultation responses, inquiry submissions and policy reports
Strong stakeholder engagement skills, with experience working with government bodies, trade bodies and industry partners
Nice to have:
Experience in Government, Ofgem, National Grid ESO, or relevant code bodies
Strong connections across the energy sector
Good understanding of UK political processes (consultations, parliamentary questions, select committees, code governance)
Quantitative skills, ideally basic data science/modelling to build simple policy impact models (e.g., Python/Excel for scenario analysis)
What we offer:
Up to 33% annual bonus
25 days holiday, increasing with length of service up to 30 days, plus bank holidays