SummaryOfgem’s Systems and Networks division takes an end-to-end view of the energy system, including the markets, networks and institutions involved in providing power and gas to consumers. Some of the key areas of our work are network charging, monopoly regulation, market arrangements, and access to networks.Job descriptionThe Policy Analyst role is in the Gas Systems team which sits within the Energy System Management & Security (ESM&S) portfolio of the Systems and Networks division. The Gas Systems team’s key areas of work include:- Ensuring the gas transmission and distribution charging regimes deliver the right signals to users and value to consumers.- Regulation of the gas system operator, including setting incentives. - Deciding on industry proposals to modify the Uniform Network Code (UNC) and other industry arrangements relating to charging and access to network capacity.- Other policy issues relating to the efficient and effective running of the GB gas system. This may include work on gas and heat decarbonisation in the context of ‘net zero’, including hydrogen and bio-methane.ResponsibilitiesAs Policy Analyst, you will contribute to policy development and analysis, including on complex and contentious issues. You will take part in industry meetings, building relationships with both internal and external stakeholders. You will contribute to producing robust analysis to make evidence-based recommendations on policy areas to senior decision makers. You will work closely with colleagues in our legal and economics teams to ensure risk is managed and policy is compliant and effective. Your project management capabilities will ensure that you balance a portfolio of industry code modifications to ensure timely Ofgem input in a rapidly evolving part of the energy sector. As part of ESM&S, you will identify interactions with related projects and have the opportunity to gain a broad knowledge of the energy sector.Behaviours We'll assess you against these behaviours during the selection process: Seeing the Big PictureMaking Effective DecisionsCommunicating and InfluencingWorking TogetherTechnical skills We'll assess you against these technical skills during the selection process: As per role profileAs per role profileBenefitsOfgem can offer you a comprehensive and competitive benefits package which includes; up to 30 days annual leave. Excellent training and development opportunities. The opportunity to join the Civil Service pension arrangements which include a valuable range of benefits. Flexible working hours and family friendly policies. Restaurant and subsidise gym (London only). Interest free season ticket loan.Things you need to knowSecuritySuccessful candidates must pass a disclosure and barring security check.People working with government assets must complete basic personnel security standard checks.