Power Regulation and Commercial Manager

Electricity Markets & Regulatory Strategy Manager

Shape the future of electricity markets. Influence trading and investment decisions. Create value from regulatory change.

Position Description

As Electricity Markets & Regulatory Strategy Manager, you will operate at the intersection of regulation, trading and investment strategy, helping shape how ESB responds to one of the most significant transformations in the energy sector.

This is a highly visible role where your insights will directly influence commercial decision-making, market participation strategies and investment opportunities across the Single Electricity Market covering Ireland and Northern Ireland, and the GB power market. Your ability to identify commercial opportunities arising from regulatory and market change will help ensure ESB remains competitive in rapidly evolving energy markets.

Working within the Regulation & Compliance team, you will act as ESB’s market and regulatory strategy lead, combining deep knowledge of electricity market rules with a strong commercial mindset. This role goes beyond regulatory interpretation. We are looking for someone who can translate complex market arrangements into competitive advantage, influence future market design and create value for the business through insight, innovation and strategic thinking.

You will lead projects driven by regulatory change, partnering closely with colleagues across Trading, Asset Development, Asset Management and Strategy. You will also represent ESB in regulatory consultations and industry forums, helping shape the future evolution of electricity markets while advocating for outcomes that support ESB’s strategic objectives.

Key Responsibilities

• Monitor and assess regulatory and market developments, identifying both risks and commercial opportunities arising from changing market arrangements.
• Translate complex market rules and regulatory frameworks into commercially actionable insights that support trading, investment and strategic decision-making.
• Analyse the direct and indirect financial impact of regulatory changes, ensuring ESB remains competitive and well-positioned in evolving electricity markets.
• Identify opportunities to maximise value from market participation, capacity markets, interconnector developments and emerging market mechanisms.
• Lead and influence responses to market rule changes, consultations and regulatory developments, ensuring ESB’s commercial interests are effectively represented.
• Develop and advocate for market and code modifications that support ESB’s strategic objectives and create long-term value for the business.
• Build strong relationships across Trading, Strategy, Asset Development and Asset Management teams to ensure successful implementation of market and regulatory strategies.
• Represent ESB with regulators, system operators and industry working groups, influencing future market design and industry outcomes.
• Ensure regulatory obligations are effectively managed while enabling commercial innovation and value creation.
• Lead, coach and develop junior team members, fostering a high-performance culture built on curiosity, collaboration and commercial awareness.

Who Will Thrive in This Role?

• Enjoys solving complex market challenges and uncovering opportunities that others may overlook.
• Has strong commercial instincts and can connect detailed market rules to financial outcomes.
• Is intellectually curious and naturally challenges conventional thinking.
• Sees regulatory change as an opportunity rather than a constraint.
• Is comfortable engaging with both technical specialists and senior decision-makers.
• Enjoys influencing stakeholders and shaping outcomes in fast-moving environments.
• Has a proactive mindset and takes ownership of identifying and delivering value.

Experience and Qualifications

• Approximately ten years’ experience working in electricity market regulation, market design or market development.
• A minimum of three years’ experience working on market rule reform, regulatory change or market development in a commercial environment.
• Strong knowledge of traded electricity markets and market participation from a generator, utility, trading or market participant perspective.
• Experience analysing complex regulatory frameworks and translating them into business strategy and commercial recommendations.
• Demonstrated ability to influence stakeholders, build credibility and drive outcomes across multiple teams and external organisations.
• Excellent communication skills, with the ability to explain complex technical concepts clearly and persuasively.
• A third-level qualification in economics, engineering, law, finance, business, energy markets or a related discipline, or equivalent relevant experience.
• A proactive, self-starting approach with a strong focus on continuous improvement and commercial value creation.

Why Join ESB?

The energy sector is undergoing unprecedented change, creating new challenges and opportunities across electricity markets, trading and investment. As Electricity Markets & Regulatory Strategy Manager, you will have a unique opportunity to influence the future design of electricity markets, shape strategic business decisions and unlock value from regulatory change. Working alongside senior leaders across Trading, Strategy, Asset Development and Asset Management, you will play a key role in helping ESB navigate evolving market frameworks while delivering tangible commercial outcomes.

This is a high-impact role for a commercially minded market professional who enjoys solving complex challenges, influencing industry outcomes and identifying opportunities where others see constraints. You will be at the forefront of market developments, representing ESB with regulators, industry bodies and market participants while helping to shape the future of the energy sector.

If you are energised by complex market dynamics, motivated by commercial impact and passionate about translating market change into competitive advantage, this is an opportunity to make a meaningful contribution to both ESB’s success and the wider energy transition.

Why Work With Us?

Join a purpose-driven organisation at the forefront of Ireland’s net-zero transition, where your work makes a real difference.

We offer:

• Meaningful work shaping a sustainable future
• Excellent career development, mentoring and learning opportunities
• Competitive pension and family-friendly benefits
• Comprehensive wellbeing supports
• Active Sports & Social Clubs and networking opportunities
• An inclusive, values-led culture where everyone can thrive
• A collaborative environment built on our core values: Courageous, Caring, Driven and Trusted

Make an impact. Grow your career. Be part of something bigger

Reporting To

Head of Regulation & Compliance.

Location

This position will be based in our state-of-the-art Fitzwilliam 27 Dublin office, with occasional travel required.

Smart Working at ESB is designed to make ‘in-person’ time together as purposeful as possible while also enabling the effective use of digital tools and hybrid arrangements to preserve our commitment to flexibility. The successful candidate may work flexibly within the jurisdiction where they have been employed, with attendance at the workplace for in-person collaboration at least two days per week. All Smart Working arrangements are subject to regular review based on the operational requirements of the role, the team, and the business.

Salary

€86,371 - €101,612 per annum 

Application and Selection Process

(Closing date is strictly no later than 28th July 2026). 

Applications must include your up-to-date CV stating current position, band and grade (where relevant) and qualifications.

Shortlisting will be based on one or a combination of the following:

• Educational qualifications
• Relevant experience
• Information provided on application forms/CVs
• Any appropriate tests/assessments

Applicants who are not shortlisted will be advised as soon as the final shortlist has been agreed.

Interview

Candidates who are shortlisted for interview will complete a Behavioural Interview based on each of the following Behaviours, which underpin how we work at ESB and are critical to delivering our strategy:

• Accountable and Ethical
• Collaborative
• Growing and Adaptive
• Proactive
• Respectful and Supportive

More information available on Our People Promise.

Final Selection

Candidates called to interview will be advised of the outcome of the Selection Process by email.

Notes: 

Your application will be held in reserve for 6 months should you be suitable for the role.

The successful candidate will be required to evidence their right to work in the Republic of Ireland / UK prior to commencement of employment.