Industry Governance Officer

Industry Governance Manager
Permanent
Location: Selby, Ipswich, London, Northampton – with travel as required

Are you adept in interpreting and simplifying complex information? Can you demonstrate energy sector knowledge alongside associated industry codes and governance arrangements? Are you a confident influencer who can communicate effectively?

If so, this could be the role for you! 

We’re looking for an Industry Governance Officer to join our Regulation & Compliance function here at Drax.

Reporting to the Regulation Manager – Industry Governance, you’ll be responsible for managing changes to Industry Codes and coordinating Drax’s input to changes to industry charging arrangements, analysing their impacts, influencing positive outcomes for the organisation and cascading key information to ensure timely delivery and compliance.

This role provides the opportunity to be at the heart of ongoing changes to how the energy industry functions as we look towards a net zero future!

Who we are:

We’re not just talking about making a difference, we’re making it happen. We generate dispatchable, renewable power and create stable energy in an uncertain world. Building on our proud heritage, we have ambition to become the global leader in sustainable biomass and carbon removals.

You’ll be joining our teams of practical doers, future thinkers and business champions. We’re enabling a zero carbon, lower cost energy future for all, and working hard to decarbonise the planet for generations to come.

About the role:

As an Industry Governance Officer, you’ll ensure all future industry changes/code modifications are successfully delivered within the required deadlines. You’ll effectively communicate key regulatory, charging and code governance information and provide interpretation and advice as needed.

Importantly, you’ll proactively track and monitor industry updates for changes to specific codes and charging arrangements, participating in industry work groups and forums, communicating key information to the business as appropriate.

Key accountabilities include: 

• Represent Drax at Industry meetings and liaising with Industry bodies and trade bodies, e.g. Ofgem, Code Governance bodies and Energy UK.
•   Lead on responses to Code Modifications, RFIs, Consultations, Calls for Evidence, etc.
• Support the Commercial team to ensure the current and prospective regulatory and industry governance landscape is included in the assessment of market/strategic opportunities and pricing/charging arrangements.
• Work collaboratively across the Group Regulation & Compliance function to ensure alignment on interpretation and external positioning, ensuring resources are used efficiently.

Who we’re looking for:
To be successful in this role you’ll ideally have…

•   Knowledge of the energy sector and associated industry code, charging, systems and governance arrangements is highly desired, however other regulated sectors will be considered.
• Ability to interpret and simplify complex information and effectively communicate this to various audiences.
• Ability to develop and maintain constructive working relationships with both internal and external stakeholders.
• Excellent presentation and communication skills, verbal and written.
• Ability to prioritise and deliver to tight deadlines.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office

Rewards and benefits:
As you help us to shape the future, we’ve shaped our rewards and benefits to help you thrive and support your lifestyle. If successful in this role, you’ll get:  

• A discretionary bonus depending on company performance
• Private Healthcare 
• SAYE (Sharesave): discretionary scheme from time to time
• Personal accident cover
• Group personal pension plan where we’ll pay up to 10%
• Holiday 25 days plus bank holidays
• Reimbursement of the cost of your annual membership of one relevant and appropriate professional body  

We’re committed to making a tangible impact on the climate challenge we all face. Drax is where your individual purpose can work alongside your career drive. We work as part of a team that shares a passion for doing what’s right for the future. With Drax you can shape your career and a future for generations to come.

Together, we make it happen.

At Drax, we’re committed to fostering an environment where everyone feels valued and respected, regardless of their role. To make this a reality, we actively work to better represent the communities we operate in, foster inclusion, and establish fair processes. Through these actions, we build the trust needed for all colleagues at Drax to contribute their perspectives and talents, no matter their background.

How to apply:
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We understand that you may have some additional questions about the role. If you’d like to have a confidential chat to discuss the role in more detail, please email