Title: Head of Regulatory Economics
Shape the regulatory frameworks that will define the future of the energy industry
As our Head of Regulatory Economics, you’ll play a pivotal role in shaping the future of Cadent’s regulatory, commercial and market environment. This isn’t just about economics and analysis – it’s about influencing the future of price controls, developing innovative charging methodologies and helping create the regulatory frameworks that will support the transition to a low‑carbon energy system.
Working alongside the Director of Regulation and the wider Regulatory Strategy leadership team, you’ll provide expert economic insight, challenge and thought leadership to support Cadent’s long‑term strategy. You’ll lead the development of economic analysis that informs future price controls, customer charging methodologies and new regulatory frameworks for emerging technologies such as hydrogen, blended gases and heat networks.
This is a highly visible leadership role with regular engagement across Cadent’s Executive Committee, Board, Ofgem, Government departments and industry stakeholders. You’ll help shape decisions that influence over £1.5bn of annual regulated expenditure and the future direction of the energy sector.
Why you’ll love this role:
- Future Price Control Strategy – Lead the economic analysis that shapes future regulatory price controls and cost assessment methodologies.
- Industry Influence – Build and maintain relationships with Ofgem, Government and industry stakeholders to influence future regulatory frameworks.
- Customer & Transportation Charging – Provide economic input to support the development of innovative charging methodologies that enable efficient and sustainable revenue recovery.
- Net Zero & Future Markets – Support the development of frameworks for hydrogen, blended gases, heat networks and future energy systems.
- Executive Visibility – Present insights and recommendations to senior leadership, ExCom and Board-level audiences.
- Thought Leadership – Develop compelling evidence, analysis and industry-leading positions that shape future policy and regulation.
- Strategic Impact – Play a key role in decisions that directly influence Cadent’s long-term strategy and regulatory performance.
What you’ll bring:
- Regulatory Economics Expertise – Strong experience in regulatory economics, pricing, charging methodologies or economic analysis within a regulated environment.
- Strategic Thinking – Ability to assess complex regulatory and commercial issues and translate them into practical business outcomes.
- Stakeholder Influence – Proven ability to influence senior stakeholders, regulators and industry bodies.
- Commercial Acumen – Strong understanding of business drivers, economic principles and regulatory incentives.
- Exceptional Communication Skills – Ability to communicate complex concepts clearly through reports, presentations and strategic papers.
- Thought Leadership Capability – Confidence to challenge existing approaches and develop innovative solutions.
- Relationship Building – Ability to build trusted relationships internally and externally to drive positive outcomes.
Qualifications:
- Degree in Economics (including econometrics), Regulation or a related discipline is desirable.
- Equivalent practical experience gained within regulatory, economic, pricing or policy-focused roles will also be considered.
Apply now to lead regulatory economic thinking that will influence the future direction of Cadent, the energy industry and the transition to Net Zero.
Interviews will be held shortly after the closing date.
Disclaimer: While the closing date is set as mentioned, we reserve the right to close the application process earlier if necessary, depending on the unique circumstances of each role.
At Cadent, we’re thrilled to be part of the future of UK energy!
We have a clear roadmap to drive our performance to the forefront of our industry and support the UK government in achieving its net zero targets by 2050.
We’re making a difference through innovation and new ways of working. Together, we’re shaping a cleaner, greener future for our 11 million customers, whom we put at the heart of everything we do.
What’s In It for You
Here at Cadent, we recognise that our people are truly unsung heroes. Quietly confident, delivering every day - that’s why we’re committed to supporting our people to get the best out of themselves. For this role, we offer:
- MyChoices, our flexible benefits programme, gives you access to a range of salary sacrifice benefits, including Private Medical Insurance for you and your family, plus a 24/7 Bupa HealthLine.
- A company car allowance
- 25 days’ holiday, plus 8 statutory days and an option to buy or sell holiday days
- An Annual Performance Bonus of up to 20% of your salary
- A generous pension scheme where the company double matches your contributions up to 12% i.e. if you contribute 6% a month, the company will contribute 12%
- A competitive salary that’s reviewed each year against the market median salary for your role, skills, knowledge and experience
- Generous family policies and flexible benefits
- A free Employee Assistance Line where you can get support and advice on any of the challenges you’re facing, completely confidentially
- Support to help you cover the cost of professional membership subscriptions, course fees, books, examination fees and time off for study leave – so long as it’s relevant to your role
- Plus many more benefits that help you join the dots between your work and home life!
We support a healthy work-life balance and are open to flexible working options.
Diversity and Inclusion
Don’t meet every requirement? No problem! If you’re excited about this opportunity but your experience doesn’t align perfectly with every qualification mentioned, we would still love for you to submit your application – you may just be the right person for this role or other opportunities at Cadent.
We value diversity and are committed to being an equitable employer. Our employee communities – Women in Cadent, Pride at Work (LGBTQ+), Embrace (ethnicity and religion), Thrive! (disability), the Cadent Military Community, the Grief Awareness Community, and the Men's Engagement Network (M.E.N) – can’t wait to welcome you!
As a proud Disability Confident Leader, we guarantee to interview all disabled applicants who meet the minimum essential criteria for the vacancy. Please let us know if you require any reasonable adjustments at any stage of the recruitment process and we will ensure that support is provided.
What’s next?
To be considered for this role, please submit your application with an up-to-date CV and our Talent Acquisition team will get in touch soon. To learn more about Cadent, visit our website at Home | Cadent (cadentgas.com)
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