Title:  Commercial Analyst - NESO

About the role

The National Energy System Operator (NESO) keeps the lights on for Great Britain. We move electricity around the grid to ensure supply meets demand every second of every day. But that’s not all we do. As the UK moves towards its 2050 net zero target, the ESO has a vital part to play. We want to operate a zero-carbon energy system some of the time by 2025 and run on clean green energy all the time by 2035. 

This role is to support all Digital, Data and Technology Function in managing the commercial relationship with our managed service Providers (MSPs) and suppliers and the full process of actioning changes to the contract through effective creation, management of the Purchase Orders and invoice approvals. You will support the definition and changes of the process to a more streamlined and visible process where all parties can be held accountable, and which delivers clear data to the business. This includes building and managing the relationship with our delivery partners to ensure clear communication and data is provided from all stakeholders to allow key decisions to be made.

This role can be based from Wokingham, Warwick or Glasgow and we continue to offer hybrid working from office and home. We are open to full time and part time applicants, as well as flexible working arrangements.

Key Accountabilities

• Support the 3rd Party Suppliers process and ensure that it is clearly documented and understood by all stakeholders, consistent with delivery partner processes and in alignment with NESO requirements
• Support improvements to the process, making it streamlined and transparent, with clear accountabilities and reduced timelines
• Work with the business to capture and report contract changes and deliver purchase order and provide invoice escalation management to enable prompt payment and accurate reporting
• Build and improve relationships with our ADAM Partners
• Work with ADAM Partners to deliver accurate and standardised regular MI to the business
• Work with Workforce Planning team to ensure ADAM Partner MI is in sync with people data on MSP resources and supports resource planning activities
• Work with internal stakeholders to provide single point of contact for project + product teams
• Working with finance team to ensure Invoice Management Process is optimised and well- functioning for the organisation to ensure partners are paid on time, at the right cost and accountabilities for all parties are fully understood and adhered to.
• Ensuring demands are translated and represented into the contract negotiations process to represent value for money and focusing on the right outcomes for the organisation 

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 have: 

• Experience of vendor/contract management ideally in the IT industry, understanding and meeting compliance regulations.
• Production of key information, metrics relating to vendor and contracts.
• Excellent stakeholder management skills
• Experience of Purchase to Pay process – Purchase Orders, goods receipting 
• Experience of supporting process improvement in a complex environment
• Relationship management from an IT project management and business perspective to ensure relationships are productive, Issues recognised and proactively addressed by delivery partners
• The ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines
• Excellent communications and influencing skills, and the ability to clearly present and discuss solutions
• Solutions-oriented and focused on continuous improvement

About what you’ll get

A competitive salary between £46,000 – 55,000 – dependent on experience and capability.

As well as your base salary, you will receive a bonus based on company performance, 26 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%. 

You will also have access to a comprehensive benefits package tailored to support your well-being and professional success. From a competitive salary to flexible work arrangements, we promote your work-life balance. Enjoy fit for purpose wellbeing and lifestyle offerings, ongoing skill development aligned to our Purpose and Values, and be part of a supportive community that values your individuality and where you can belong.

About us

National Energy System Operator (NESO) has a key role to play in tackling climate change by transitioning GB’s electricity system to net zero. We already operate the fastest decarbonising electricity system in the world, with an ambition for zero carbon power operation by 2030 when there is sufficient renewable generation. We are also providing advice to the Government on achieving a decarbonised power system by 2030.

So, join the energy transformation and help shape the future. 
Your energy, our future, together.

About the National Energy System Operator (NESO)
In Autumn of 2024, the ESO transitioned to National Energy System Operator, or NESO for short. Previously denoted as the Future System Operator (or FSO), the new National Energy System Operator is the independent body responsible for planning Great Britain’s electricity and gas networks and operating the electricity system.  

The ESO, including all of its existing roles, are now at the heart of the new National Energy System Operator. As NESO, we will build on our existing roles, capabilities, and ways of working significantly to create an organisation the energy system and its users’ need. Our new capabilities will enable us to look across vectors, including electricity, natural gas and hydrogen, and crucially consider the trade-offs between them. 

The organisation is set up as a public corporation with its own Board of independent directors, with complete operational independence from government, the regulator and any and all commercial interest. As was the ESO, NESO will be licenced and regulated by Ofgem through price control agreements and obligated to identify optimal solutions to system operations and planning in the most sustainable, affordable and secure way for all. 

The time to deliver is now. As part of our team, you won’t just be touching the lives of almost everyone in Great Britain – you’ll be shaping the way we use and consume energy for generations to come.

More information

This role closes on 04/05/2025 at 23:59, however we encourage candidates to submit their application as early as possible and not wait until the published closing date as this can vary. 

We work towards the highest standards in everything we do, including how we support, value and develop our people. Our aim is to encourage and support employees to thrive and be the best they can be. We celebrate the difference people can bring into our organisation, and welcome and encourage applicants with diverse experiences and backgrounds, and offer flexible and tailored support, at home and in the office. 

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.
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