Job Title: Senior Analyst Retail Markets

Starting Salary: *€60,079 (Salary scale: €60,079 - 75,765) *Please see below for further information.

Location: The Exchange, Belgard Square North, Tallaght, Dublin 24.

Working Hours: 37.5 hours per week

Hybrid working: Up to 3 days per week

Closing Date: 12.00 pm, Monday, 5th May 2025

Tenure: Appointment will be on a permanent basis subject to successful passing of the probationary period.

The Commission for Regulation of Utilities (CRU)

Our client the Commission for Regulation of Utilities (CRU) is Ireland's independent energy and water regulator. The work of the CRU impacts every Irish home and business ensuring safe, secure and sustainable energy and water supplies for the benefit of all customers. Our Values are at the core of everything that we do.

Find out more about the CRU at: https://www.cru.ie/

ABOUT THE JOB

Reporting to the manager, the successful candidate will be involved in varied roles working to tight deadlines in a dynamic environment.

DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

Leading the preparation of CRU consultation and decision papers, preparing reports and making presentations both internally and externally, including to senior management.
Working as a member of a team and on specific cross functional project teams as required.
Engaging with internal and external stakeholders in a constructive manner to further CRU objectives in relation to consumer empowerment and protection.
Engaging with NI, GB or EU counterparts on all-island or EU policy, markets or industry developments.
Developing knowledge and understanding of the Irish and international energy sectors, using that knowledge to feed into all areas of their work. In these roles, the development of expertise in relation to retail markets will be essential.
Maintaining an awareness of policy developments and best practice within the energy industry and related industries both in Ireland and internationally.
Researching policy issues and identification of data / trends, and using this to suggest policy courses of action for the CRU.
Analysing spreadsheets of energy data, and financial modelling.
Mentoring Graduate Analysts and Analysts within the CRU and conducting knowledge transfer sessions in order to share knowledge, expertise and learnings.
Carrying out such other functions as may be required from time to time to fulfil the business objectives of the CRU and as appropriate to the grade.

QUALIFICATIONS & SKILLS

Essential Requirements

Candidates must have on or before the closing date for applications the following:

An Honours degree, NFQ Level 8 equivalent, preferably in economics, public policy, climate change, sustainability, law, engineering, business or other relevant discipline.
A minimum of 3 years’ experience working in a regulatory, or any other relevant role.

Desirable Requirements

Knowledge/experience of existing and developing policy frameworks in the regulated energy sectors.
Experience working in a sector-specific regulator, customer care role or other governmental organisation.
Experience of drafting documentation to communicate complex issues/information in a clear and concise manner.
Familiarity with the national/EU legal framework under which the CRU operates, including the Climate Action Plan and the Clean Energy Package.

THE PACKAGE

*Starting salary of €60,079

Salary scale: €60,079 - 75,765
*Candidates should note that entry will be at the minimum point of the scale.
The rate of remuneration may be adjusted in line with Government pay policy.
Candidates should note that different pay and conditions may apply if, immediately prior to appointment, the appointee is a serving civil or public servant.
Salary increments will be awarded annually, subject to satisfactory performance.

APPLICATION PROCESS

To apply for this full-time opportunity, candidates must submit an application form for this opportunity before the closing date for applications – (Monday, 5th May 2025 , 12 pm - to be received not later than 12 pm)
As part of the application form candidates will be required to upload a Cover Letter and C.V. which clearly demonstrates how they meet the key requirements of the role.
The application from can be found here - Career Opportunities | The Commission for Regulation of Utilities (CRU) (cpl.com)
Candidates must be eligible to work full time in Ireland at time of application.
The CRU do not reimburse any expenses incurred by candidates during the interview process.
Any candidate requiring any accommodation for interview or other elements of the selection process should notify us at [email protected] so that appropriate arrangements can be made.