Technical Excellence Manager

National Energy System Operator

. Lead DD&T’s view of the technical capability, skills and professional standards needed for current and future priorities .

Posted 10/23/2026full-timeWokingham • United KingdomMid-LevelSenior💰 £70,000 - £80,000 per yearWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates strong analytical capability and understanding of digital, data, engineering, and technology skill landscapes, with experience in competency frameworks and managing supplier relationships. Capable of translating organizational priorities into workforce planning and capability development strategies.

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Digital Skill LandscapeCompetency FrameworksAnalytical CapabilitySupplier Relationship ManagementCommunity of Practice Management

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Hard Skills

Skills TaxonomiesProfessional Development PathwaysWorkforce Data AnalysisResource ManagementTalent ManagementContingent Workforce StrategiesTechnology Industry Skills FrameworksCapability FrameworksReporting for LeadershipRisk Analysis

Soft Skills

Knowledge SharingEngagement CoordinationCollaboration

Industry Keywords

Regulated EnvironmentsInfrastructureEnergy SectorPublic SectorEmerging SkillsTechnical StandardsDelivery MethodsWorkforce PlanningCapability MaturityCommunity Engagement

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Lead DD&T’s view of the technical capability, skills and professional standards needed for current and future priorities
Identify capability strengths, gaps and future skills needs across digital, data and technology disciplines
Support role families, job architecture, capability frameworks and professional standards across DD&T
Translate DD&T priorities into requirements informing workforce planning, talent activity, learning priorities and future capability planning
Monitor technology trends, industry practice and emerging skills
Support DD&T communities of practice and help define their purpose, focus areas and operating rhythm
Promote knowledge sharing, technical standards and modern delivery methods
Coordinate engagement with internal experts, suppliers, partners and external speakers
Track community engagement and value
Analyse skills, capacity and capability data to identify trends affecting delivery, resilience or growth
Highlight risks linked to scarce skills, contractor reliance, succession gaps, capability depth and changing technology requirements
Provide insight for workforce planning, recruitment priorities, development planning and succession discussions
Produce reporting for DD&T leadership on capability maturity, workforce risks and future skills requirements
Work with suppliers, framework partners and industry networks to understand emerging skills, technology trends and good practice
Shape DD&T technical standards, capability priorities and communities of practice using external insight
Support capability expectations for supplier and partner delivery
Identify opportunities to use partner expertise to strengthen capability, knowledge sharing and professional development

Requirements

What you’ll need

Strong understanding of digital, data, engineering, cyber, architecture, and technology skill landscapes
Experience using competency frameworks, skills taxonomies, and professional development pathways
Strong analytical capability with experience interpreting workforce and capability data
Experience managing supplier and partner relationships
Experience in setting up and running communities of practice
Knowledge of technology industry skills frameworks, e.g. SFIA
Understanding of resource management, talent management, and contingent workforce strategies
Experience within regulated, infrastructure, energy, or public sector environments
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 matching up to a maximum company contribution of 12%
Flexible working arrangements
Hybrid working from office and home
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