Location: London Salary: GBP 49000 Posted Date: 08 Aug 2025 Closing Date: 24 Aug 2025

Join Elexon as a Senior Policy Lead. Ideal for candidates with previous experience in policy or regulation, and a keen eye for detail. Hybrid working and excellent benefits available.

We have an exciting opportunity for a Senior Policy Lead (also known as a Senior Change Lead – Grade 10) to join the Change team on a permanent basis.

Team Overview:

Customer Operations is the directorate within Elexon that manages customer-focused processes within the Balancing and Settlement Code (BSC).

The Rules Management team supports Ofgem and industry to develop and implement beneficial industry changes, including BSC, Data Integration Platform (DIP), Market Facilitator changes, and Capacity Market Rule Book updates. The team engages with senior colleagues and industry stakeholders, delivering technical reports, project/policy management, and governance services to support Elexon’s reputation.

Rules Management is divided into Industry Change, BSC Administration, and support for the Capacity Market Advisory Group (CMAG). The Industry Change team manages the progression of industry change projects through a structured governance process, leading multidisciplinary teams. The CMAG team administers the CM Rules Change process, providing secretariat support and technical expertise. The BSC Administration team ensures accurate implementation of document updates and supports industry committees. Rules Management also oversees the Digital Code product.

Job Purpose:

The Senior Change Lead works within the Change team, potentially on various areas of change based on business needs. This role involves matrix management of 3-4 colleagues per project, overseeing the progression of change projects through governance, and ensuring high-quality delivery within deadlines.

The role requires researching complex topics, writing clear technical reports of up to 10,000 words, and presenting findings to industry stakeholders. The Senior Change Lead must also plan and organize their workload effectively and seek continuous process improvements.

Additionally, the Senior Change Lead supports colleagues, chairs meetings, facilitates industry discussions, and manages stakeholder relationships.

Examples of responsibilities include:

• Leading matrix teams on industry change projects
• Researching impacts and drafting technical reports
• Managing workload to meet deadlines
• Engaging with industry participants, regulators, and government
• Facilitating meetings and industry groups
• Supporting change planning activities

Capabilities and Competencies:

• Excellent communication skills (verbal and written)
• Strong attention to detail and report writing skills
• Excellent planning and organizational skills
• Adaptability and resilience
• Proactive attitude and team player
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office
• Experience with matrix management
• Background in utilities/electricity regulation or similar
• Experience in economic, project, or business analysis
• Project management qualifications (agile or waterfall)

Career Progression:

• Potential to progress to BSC Change management roles
• Roles in Market Design or Strategy within Elexon
• Electricity Market Reform Settlement (EMRS) roles

Benefits include 28 days annual leave, discretionary incentive schemes, private medical, pension, and more. Elexon offers hybrid working, employee support programs, CSR days, and promotes diversity and inclusion through various initiatives.

We are committed to equality, diversity, and inclusion, aiming to create a welcoming environment for all colleagues.