Senior Economist

Ofgem
London - United Kingdom
S: £46,250 - £69,700

Ofgem is committed to making a positive difference for energy consumers through effective regulation of the market and close working with suppliers to ensure sustainable energy for consumers and businesses in the UK. 

As energy is an essential universal service, our work touches on virtually every household and business in Great Britain making this an incredibly rewarding professional opportunity. We are at the forefront of driving change and improvement in the industry, shaping a new energy system that is low carbon, more decentralised, smart and flexible.

As a Senior Economist in our Market Intelligence and Oversight team you'll play a central role in ensuring that the wholesale energy market works in the best interests of consumers. This will involve analysis of the market for any regulation breaches, investigating and taking appropriate action as required, and engaging with and educating market participants. Your in depth understanding of the wholesale market will help to inform key decisions on how we monitor and regulate the market to ensure the best outcomes for energy consumers. As well as working closely with others within the team you can also expect extensive contact with colleagues throughout Ofgem and in a range of external bodies.

We expect that you'll have a degree in Economics, or be able to demonstrate equivalent expertise through your professional experience. Excellent analytical skills (both quantitative and qualitative) are vital, and you should have practical experience of applying economic concepts to decision-making, including policy appraisal and evaluation. You should be confident in your ability to present findings and recommendations in person and in written policy papers. It's important that you can work successfully with a diverse range of stakeholders and that you can bring complex subject matter to life for different audiences. You'll also need highly developed project management skills and be confident working across organisations, co-ordinating resources to deliver agreed outcomes.

Ofgem can offer you a comprehensive and competitive benefits package, which includes:
Up to 30 days' annual leave
Excellent training and development opportunities
The opportunity to join the Civil Service pension arrangements, which include a valuable range of benefits
Flexible working hours and family friendly policies
Subsidised gym and restaurant (London only)
Interest free season ticket loan.

Ofgem is an equal opportunities employer. Protecting consumers and powering the future of the energy debate.
*Upon application, a decision on whether you have been successfully shortlisted can be expected by 25th January. Interviews will commence week beginning 4th February.

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