Policy Advisor - London, United Kingdom - Department for Energy Security & Net Zero

Department for Energy Security & Net Zero

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London, United Kingdom

2 weeks ago

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Salary:

- £37,470 - £45,565

National: £37,470 £41,925 London: £41,055 £45,565
A Civil Service Pension with an average employer contribution of 27%
Job grade:
Senior Executive Officer
Contract type:
Permanent
Business area:
DESNZ
Net Zero, Nuclear and International
Other
Type of role:
Policy
Project Delivery
Working pattern:
Flexible working, Fulltime, Job share, Parttime
Number of jobs available:
3Contents

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Aberdeen, Birmingham, Cardiff, Darlington, Edinburgh, London, SalfordAbout the job

Job summary:

Do you want a career where you can make a real difference? Do you want to work in a government department that is at the forefront of current policy making decisions that will impact the UK and beyond? If yes then a career at the Department for Energy Security and Net Zero (DESNZ) could be for you.

Here at DESNZ we are securing the UK's long term energy supply, bringing down energy bills and halving inflation.

We are seizing the opportunities of Net Zero to lead the world in new green industries and encouraging greater energy efficiency across the UK.

The work of the department has never been more timely or relevant, and by joining us you will be part of making that difference.

Our work is varied, interesting and most importantly it's impactful.

Our Values are interwoven into everything we do; we are Bold, we are Collaborative, we are Inclusive and we Learn.

As a department we are committed to these values to build a culture where everyone can thrive.

We offer great work benefits including a world-class pension, flexible working options and a career where your learning and development is taken seriously.

We are fortunate to have a range of excellent staff networks and are proud to be a Disability Confident Leader employer.

We will support talented people from all backgrounds to build a career and thrive.

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Please note DESNZ are currently reviewing our terms and conditions and pay arrangements following Machinery of Government changes and as part of the outstanding August 2023 pay award.

Please be aware there may be changes to terms and conditions and pay ranges listed in this advert ahead of you starting in post.

Job description:

These roles are part of the Policy and Sponsorship Team for Great British Nuclear (GBN).

The team has two primary responsibilities:
(i) To create government policy to support the next evolution of nuclear technology - Small Modular Reactors (SMRs)

(ii) To act as a sponsor for GBN to ensure that it delivers on its government commitments and that it provides value for money. GBN is a standalone Non-Departmental Public Body, equipped with the capability and capacity to deliver government's commitments for new nuclear capacity.

You will be joining the team at an exciting time.

We have just launched the government's competition for a technology partner to create a design for a Small Modular Reactor; and government has announced that is has bought two sites which are designated for nuclear development.

The team is expanding to undertake these new responsibilities as the SMR programme ramps up.

These roles will offer the opportunity for professional growth as part of a dynamic team and culture; where you will be playing a key role in developing from the ground-up the UK's ambitious new nuclear program.

Project Development Company Job Description:

The key focus of this role will be supporting the development of business cases for the set-up of development companies ('DevCos') to deliver the first SMR projects in the UK's new nuclear programme.

These companies are key enablers for delivery of the SMR programme and will each be responsible for significant spend.

Governance and Risk Job Description:

This role has the responsibility to set up and mature structures that will ensure GBN as a Non-Departmental Public Body delivers on its government commitments, and that its projects provide value for money.

As well as this, the postholder will ensure the effective risk management of GBN's set up, policy aims and objectives.

This is a vital role to ensure GBN, which will be responsible for multi-£billion projects, is accountable to the Government and reports its progress cross-Whitehall, including to the Cabinet Office, HMT, and other government departments.

Sponsorship Job Description:

This role sits within the GBN Sponsorship Team, which has the responsibility to set up and mature GBN as a Non-Departmental Public Body, and ensure that it delivers on its government commitments, and that its projects provide value for money.

This is a key role to help establish a function to oversee GBN's activities and manage the relationship with the Department.

Person specification:

Project Development Company responsibilities will include: