Economic Policy Manager, Leeds
Salary: Competitive Salary + Benefits
The Company:
We are responsible for distributing gas to homes and businesses across the north of England, an area covering West, East & North Yorkshire, the North East and northern Cumbria. Our network of 36,000km of gas pipes is worth £1.5bn.Northern Gas Networks is a flexible and dynamic company which is backed by a consortium of international and UK investors, and we have offices based in Leeds and Sunderland. Our flat management structure and inclusive culture combine to create an environment in which new ideas are always welcomed and everyone has the opportunity to make a difference. If you are looking for more than a 9-5 job and want a role where you can really make your mark, we'd like to hear from you.
The role:
Working within a small team you will report to the Regulation Director and will be responsible for:- Developing effective strategies to improve the company's comparative performance;
- Helping to develop the organisation's regulatory policy;
- Building, maintaining and developing econometric models;
- Forging key stakeholder relationships, liaising closely with external bodies including OFGEM;
- Playing a key part in the organisation's pricing review, which is critical to the revenue of the company; and
- Liaising closely with other internal departments, including senior management and the CEO.
The Candidate:
A candidate applying for this position should:- Be an excellent communicator and able to liaise, influence and negotiate at all levels;
- Be detail conscious, professional and flexible;
- Hold a degree in Economics or an MBA;
- Have econometric/financial modelling experience and/or experience in statistical analysis;
- Have experience or knowledge of corporate finance principles; and
- Experience within a utility regulatory environment would be an advantage but not essential.
For more information please call 0113 397 5315.