Non-Executive Director and Chair of the Audit and Risk Committee

Contract: three-year term initially

At National Grid Electricity System Operator, our mission is to meet the challenges of the future and deliver cleaner, affordable electricity. We constantly strive to do this better by using technology and innovation to transform the way we work.

The Government and Ofgem have asked the Electricity System Operator (ESO) to take on new roles and responsibilities. Becoming the National Energy System Operator is a critical step to help deliver a reliable and clean energy transition for all. The NESO additional roles with a whole energy system mindset to drive progress towards net zero while maintaining energy security and minimising costs for consumers.

The new organisation will be set up as a public corporation with operational independence from government – bringing parties together to support optimised decision making and action. The NESO will be licenced and regulated by Ofgem through price control agreements. It is anticipated that the new organisation will be up and running in 2024.

The time to act on climate change 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. We invite you to be an integral part of this transformative journey, where every action contributes to a sustainable future for everyone.

The incoming Non-Executive Director will help in establishing the new NESO business and its Board. This individual should build strong relationships with the Chair, fellow Non-Executive Directors, and Executive Directors, fostering a culture of transparency and effective communication.

The NED will help the business navigate heightened political, industry, and public scrutiny, including managing increased risks and ensuring robust assurance over new processes and systems. The ability to handle complexity and ambiguity will be important given the fast-paced and changing environment. The NED must also have the ability to think and challenge strategically, whilst being comfortable exploring the critical details as and when appropriate. 

ESO has retained Russell Reynolds Associates to advise on this appointment. For further information about the position and additional details on qualifications, requirements, terms and conditions of service and how to apply, please visit: www.rraresponses.com.

The closing date for applications is 23:59 on Tuesday 27^th August 2024.