About the Role
National Energy System Operator (NESO) recognises the potential of bright and talented individuals, and we encourage you to join us as Great Britain’s energy system undergoes an ambitious, exciting, and vital transformation. Together with industry, we are creating a cleaner, more sustainable energy future.
The Performance Partner is a strategic partner to Directors and their leadership teams, working alongside the Head of Performance Partnering to improve performance and delivery of NESO outcomes. The role connects strategy, finance, risk, delivery and value for money, turning the complex into clear insight, constructive challenge and evidence based actionable recommendations.
Operating across directorate boundaries, you will build a holistic view of performance, identifying the connections, trade-offs and systemic risks that affect NESO’s outcomes. You will lead senior performance conversations, influence Directors and proactively surface emerging risks, issues and opportunities before they affect delivery.
This position requires sound judgement, commercial and regulatory awareness, and the confidence to operate through ambiguity. You will be expected to take ownership of complex, cross-cutting issues; challenge senior stakeholders constructively; hold your position when evidence supports it; and remain resilient when navigating competing priorities, uncertainty and difficult messages.
If you’re passionate about making a difference, eager to own problems from start to finish, and ready to contribute to a culture of continuous improvement, this is your chance to help NESO achieve its ambitious goals and drive long-term success.
This role can be based from Wokingham or Warwick, and we continue to offer hybrid working from office and home. We are open to full time, as well as flexible working arrangements.
Key Accountabilities
Trusted Advisor
BPR (Business Performance Review)
Investment Appraisal
Business Planning
External Reporting
Continuous Improvement
Applicants must have the right to work in the UK by the start of employment. Visa sponsorship may not be available for this role and will be considered in line with business requirements.
About You
We’re forging the path, and we know we can’t do it alone. That’s why we need visionary minds like yours to join us on this transformative journey. In this case, we’re looking for someone who has/is:
What You'll Get
A competitive salary of £70,000 - £75,000 dependent on experience and capabilityAs well as your base salary, you will receive a bonus of up to 15% of your salary for stretch performance, 28 days annual leave as standard, and a competitive contributory pension scheme where we will double match your contribution to a maximum company contribution of 12%.NESO's flexible benefits programme provides you with more flexibility around your health, lifestyle and protection benefits, here's just a few available:
- Flexible Bank Holidays & Holiday Trading
- Additional Birthday Day Off
- Cycle to Work Scheme, Retail & Gym Discounts
- Private Medical Insurance, Critical Illness Insurance & Personal Accident Insurance
About Us
At the National Energy System Operator (NESO), we play a vital role in tackling climate change and securing Great Britain's energy future. We already operate the world's fastest decarbonising electricity system and are working towards our ambition to run it carbon-free for a short period this year - provided the market supplies electricity exclusively from renewable sources. Alongside this, we provide expert advice to government on how to deliver a clean power system by 2030.
In autumn 2024, the Electricity System Operator (ESO) transitioned to become NESO - an independent, expert public corporation with a whole-system view across electricity, gas, and hydrogen. NESO operates independently and transparently, always acting in the best interests of all energy users.
Licensed and regulated by Ofgem, we make impartial decisions that balance sustainability, affordability and security. Our organisation is fully independent from government, the regulator and all commercial interests, with a clear focus on system-wide benefit, long term thing and public value.
The time to deliver is now. Join the energy transformation and help shape the future.
Your energy. Our future. Together
National Energy System Operator (NESO) recognises the potential of bright and talented individuals, and we encourage you to join us as Great Britain’s energy system undergoes an ambitious, exciting, and vital transformation. Together with industry, we are creating a cleaner, more sustainable energy future.
More Information
This role closes at 23:59, on the day before date shown above, however we encourage candidates to submit their application as early as possible and not wait until the published closing date as this can vary.Research shows that some people may hesitate to apply unless they meet every single requirement. At NESO, we believe potential comes in many forms and we're committed to a fair, inclusive recruitment
We're committed to building a workforce that represents the communities we serve, and a working environment in which each individual feels valued, respected, fairly treated, and able to reach their full potential. If this role sparks your interest but you're not sure you tick every box, we still want to hear from you. process where everyone has the opportunity to show their talents. We celebrate the difference people can bring into our organisation, and welcome and encourage applicants with diverse experiences and backgrounds.
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National Energy System Operator (NESO) is responsible for operating Great Britain's energy system and is involved in creating a cleaner, more sustainable energy future.