Strategy Delivery Manager

National Energy System Operator

. Lead high-profile programme activity for delivery of the Strategic Spatial Energy Plan (SSEP) .

Posted 9/29/2026full-timeWokingham • United KingdomMid-LevelSenior💰 £70,000 - £75,000 per yearWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates extensive experience in leading complex, multi-stakeholder programmes within the energy sector, with a strong focus on strategic planning, governance, and effective communication. Capable of translating complex analysis into actionable insights while ensuring alignment with organizational objectives and stakeholder expectations.

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Programme Delivery LeadershipStakeholder EngagementStrategic PlanningAnalytical ThinkingCross-Disciplinary Coordination

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Hard Skills

Programme ManagementEnvironmental ReportingData AnalysisRisk ManagementDecision-MakingPublic ConsultationStrategic Insights DevelopmentComplex Problem SolvingGovernance FrameworksPolicy Analysis

Soft Skills

Excellent CommunicationOrganizational SkillsInfluencing SkillsJudgmentPrioritization

Industry Keywords

Energy SectorStrategic Spatial Energy PlanMulti-Stakeholder EnvironmentsConsultation WorkstreamsGovernment Expectations

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Lead high-profile programme activity for delivery of the Strategic Spatial Energy Plan (SSEP)
Lead end-to-end planning and delivery of the draft SSEP public consultation, including environmental reports and data and digital requirements
Coordinate consultation workstreams across policy, modelling, engagement, SEP publications and corporate affairs
Establish and drive governance, reporting and decision-making routes
Ensure consultation products are high quality, coherent and aligned with NESO and government expectations
Manage risks, dependencies and delivery challenges, escalating appropriately
Work with engagement, communications and external partners on an integrated consultation approach
Develop evidence-based strategic insights for programme decision-making
Produce briefings, papers and communications for senior stakeholders, including SSEP leadership, NESO executives and governments
Translate complex analysis and stakeholder input into concise, actionable narratives
Provide rapid analysis and structured recommendations on emerging issues
Ensure consistency and alignment of key messages across SSEP outputs
Report directly to the Head of Programme

Requirements

What you’ll need

Extensive experience operating in complex, multi-stakeholder environments, delivering through influence and alignment
Strong ability to bring structure and clarity to ambiguity and evolving delivery requirements
Highly organised, with excellent prioritisation and consistent delivery to tight timelines
Sound judgement, with credibility to act as a trusted advisor to senior stakeholders
Excellent written and verbal communication skills, able to translate complexity into clear, actionable messaging
Proven experience leading or coordinating large, complex delivery programmes
Strong cross-disciplinary coordination, aligning diverse inputs into coherent outputs
Comfortable operating across strategy and delivery, linking long-term objectives to implementation
Good understanding of the energy sector and policy landscape, or ability to rapidly build domain expertise
Strong analytical and critical thinking skills, generating insight from complex information
Able to balance big-picture thinking with attention to detail
Applicants must have the right to work in the UK by the start of employment
Visa sponsorship may not be available and will be considered in line with business requirements

Benefits

Comp & perks

Bonus of up to 15% of salary for stretch performance
28 days annual leave as standard
Competitive contributory pension scheme with double-matched contributions up to a maximum company contribution of 12%
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
Hybrid working from office and home
Flexible working arrangements
Full-time and part-time working options