Delivery Lead

About the Role

National Energy System Operator (NESO) is looking for a Delivery Lead with a focus on Finance and Commercial Planning to join the Open Balancing Platform team, reporting to the OBP Platform Delivery Manager.

In this role, you will develop integrated annual and multi-year financial plans aligned with delivery roadmaps, workforce requirements, supplier commitments and technology consumption. You will lead budgeting, reforecasting, scenario analysis and variance management, providing clear insight into future expenditure, funding needs, cost pressures and financial risks.

Working closely with Finance, Commercial, Procurement and FinOps, you will improve forecast accuracy, strengthen cost transparency and support informed decisions on investment, prioritisation and cost optimisation.

Your forward-looking insight will strengthen investment planning, support prioritisation decisions and ensure OBP maintains a credible and continuously updated view of its financial outlook.

This role can be based from Wokingham or Warwick and we continue to offer hybrid working from office and home. We are open to full time and part time applicants, as well as flexible working arrangements.

Key Accountabilities

· Financial planning and forecasting

· Commercial planning and forecasting

· Financial and commercial governance

· FinOps engagement for financial planning and forecasting

· Cost optimisation and value realisation

Applicants must have the right to work in the UK by the start of employment. Visa sponsorship may not be available for this role and will be considered in line with business requirements.

About You

We are looking for a commercially minded professional who can operate confidently in a complex, fast-moving and strategically important environment.

You will bring:

• Experience in financial planning, commercial management, programme finance or finance business partnering.
• Experience in budgeting, forecasting, variance analysis, cost modelling and scenario planning.
• Experience supporting large and complex technology, infrastructure, transformation or operational programmes.
• Demonstrating good understanding of procurement, supplier contracts, statements of work, commercial change control and contract governance.
• Experience reviewing and constructively challenging financial assumptions, delivery estimates, supplier proposals and resource plans.
• Strong analytical skills, with the ability to translate complex financial and operational information into clear recommendations.
• Strong stakeholder management and influencing skills, with the confidence to work across Finance, Commercial, Procurement, Technology, Delivery and operational functions.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to explain financial matters to non-financial stakeholders.
• A high level of integrity, attention to detail and commitment to effective financial governance.
• The ability to balance value for money with operational resilience, regulatory obligations, service quality and strategic outcomes.

What You'll Get

NESO's flexible benefits programme provides you with more flexibility around your health, lifestyle and protection benefits, here's just a few available:
- Flexible Bank Holidays & Holiday Trading
- Additional Birthday Day Off
- Cycle to Work Scheme, Retail & Gym Discounts
- Private Medical Insurance, Critical Illness Insurance & Personal Accident Insurance

About Us

At the National Energy System Operator (NESO), we play a vital role in tackling climate change and securing Great Britain's energy future. We already operate the world's fastest decarbonising electricity system and are working towards our ambition to run it carbon-free for a short period this year - provided the market supplies electricity exclusively from renewable sources. Alongside this, we provide expert advice to government on how to deliver a clean power system by 2030.

In autumn 2024, the Electricity System Operator (ESO) transitioned to become NESO - an independent, expert public corporation with a whole-system view across electricity, gas, and hydrogen. NESO operates independently and transparently, always acting in the best interests of all energy users.

Licensed and regulated by Ofgem, we make impartial decisions that balance sustainability, affordability and security. Our organisation is fully independent from government, the regulator and all commercial interests, with a clear focus on system-wide benefit, long term thing and public value.

The time to deliver is now. Join the energy transformation and help shape the future.
Your energy. Our future. Together

National Energy System Operator (NESO) recognises the potential of bright and talented individuals, and we encourage you to join us as Great Britain’s energy system undergoes an ambitious, exciting, and vital transformation. Together with industry, we are creating a cleaner, more sustainable energy future.

More Information

Research shows that some people may hesitate to apply unless they meet every single requirement. At NESO, we believe potential comes in many forms and we're committed to a fair, inclusive recruitment

We're committed to building a workforce that represents the communities we serve, and a working environment in which each individual feels valued, respected, fairly treated, and able to reach their full potential. If this role sparks your interest but you're not sure you tick every box, we still want to hear from you. process where everyone has the opportunity to show their talents. We celebrate the difference people can bring into our organisation, and welcome and encourage applicants with diverse experiences and backgrounds.

About Us

At the National Energy System Operator (NESO), we play a vital role in tackling climate change and securing Great Britains's energy future. We already operate the world's fastest decarbonising electricity system and are working towards our ambition to run it carbon-free for a short period this year - provided the market supplies electricity exclusively from renewable sources. Alongside this, we provide expert advice to government on how to deliver a clean power system by 2030.

In autumn 2024, the Electricity System Operator (ESO) transitioned to become NESO - an independent, expert public corporation with a whole-system view across electricity, gas, and hydrogen. NESO operates independently and transparently, always actin in the best interests of all energy users.

Licensed and regulated by Ofgem, we make impartial decisions that balance sustainability, affordability and security. Our organisation is fully independent from government, the regulator and all commercial interests, with a clear focus on system-wide benefit, long term thing and public value.

The time to deliver is now. Join the energy transformation and help shape the future.
Your energy. Our future. Together