Economic Advisor

Working at the forefront of the fight to secure Britain’s energy future, Ofgem is combating uncertainty in energy markets while shaping the systems that will power a Net Zero economy. We’re now looking for an Economic Advisor to join us and help drive complex, high-impact analysis that informs the future of gas, electricity and emerging hydrogen markets.

Ofgem is Great Britain’s independent energy regulator. We’re at the forefront of change across the energy sector, driving toward Net Zero whilst protecting energy consumers, especially vulnerable people.

We’re offering a permanent opportunity to work at the centre of energy market transformation. This is a rare chance to contribute to both established systems and the development of new, low-carbon solutions such as hydrogen. You’ll play a key role in shaping the economic and regulatory frameworks that underpin energy security and decarbonisation.

This role sits within the Energy Systems Management and Security Directorate, where work is focused on maintaining a secure energy supply while enabling the transition to Net Zero. You will contribute to a major programme that balances the challenges of today’s energy system with the opportunities of tomorrow.

Operating across a broad portfolio of policy and analysis, you’ll engage with stakeholders across government, industry and the wider energy sector to support robust, evidence-based decision-making.

We’re looking for someone with strong analytical and economic capabilities, alongside experience or knowledge of regulation and energy markets. You’ll bring the ability to interpret complex information, conduct economic appraisals, assess value for money of a wide range policy proposals and work collaboratively with a range of stakeholders.

 

In return, you’ll join a supportive and high-performing team working on some of the most pressing challenges facing the energy sector. We offer hybrid working, a generous civil service pension and leave package, and the opportunity to engage with senior stakeholders across organisations such as DESNZ, NESO and wider industry.

 

We have a critical purpose to develop and regulate energy markets across gas, electricity and hydrogen, ensuring security of supply while enabling the transition to a low-carbon future. Join us and help shape the analysis and policy that underpins that transformation.