Principal Financial Advisor - Retail Special Projects

As the UKs regulator for the energy industry, Ofgem works on behalf of energy consumers to ensure that every household and business in the UK can rely on a safe, affordable and environmentally sustainable energy supply. Record increases and volatility in global prices have put the energy market under severe strain, and pricing is the subject of intense interest from retail consumers, stakeholders and government alike.  We are looking for a financial expert with a background in analysis, modelling and forecasting, to provide economic or financial expertise and analysis to other teams on policy, regulatory and strategic decisions lead on the financial oversight of the retail market and in line with Ofgems Financial Responsibility Principle rules, which is a set of requirements upon energy suppliers to minimise the extent of costs to be mutualised in the event of their failure. Your role will be to benefit consumers by providing financial or economic expertise (such as analytical or modelling support) on retail market decisions. This could include for example assessing suppliers business models, their growth and recapitalisation strategies or wider market trends to support on a variety of special projects. Further information on Ofgems financial resilience proposals can be found in our Statutory Consultation on Strengthening Financial Resilience.1 Ofgem has a culture of inclusion that encourages, supports and celebrates the diverse voices and experiences of our colleagues. It fuels our innovation and helps ensure we can best represent the consumers and the communities we serve. Everyone is welcome - as an inclusive workplace, our employees are comfortable bringing their authentic selves to work. Purpose Lead on complex special projects involving bespoke retail market financial and commercial analysis. Operate as Ofgems internal retail finance expert, providing expert advice on suppliers business models, financial performance or market trends to internal teams and senior leadership as well as wider Government departments. Be the focal point and expert in a multi-disciplinary Financial Monitoring team as well as being a leader in a wider Financial Resilience function across Ofgem. Plan, oversee and deliver a set of work deliverables on time and to a high standard through effective project management and support of multidisciplinary team members. Provide inclusive leadership, using your expertise to provide comprehensive knowledge sharing, support and development that demonstrate commitment to Ofgem values.