Executive Assistant

Successful candidates may be based in any of our office locations – Cardiff, Glasgow, or London. We especially welcome applicants from Cardiff and Glasgow.

Job Summary Ofgem is working at the forefront of the fight to deliver a secure, affordable and sustainable energy future, helping combat the challenges facing today’s energy sector while ensuring consumers remain protected. We’re looking for an Executive Assistant to join our Infrastructure Division and play a pivotal role in supporting senior leadership within one of the UK’s most influential public organisations.

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 support a director who operates at the heart of decision-making within a high-profile and fast-moving environment. This is a role where no two days are the same, providing exposure to strategic priorities, influential stakeholders and work that directly supports our mission. You’ll become a trusted part of a collaborative leadership environment, helping to ensure key priorities are delivered effectively across a complex and evolving organisation.

Working within a busy Private Office, you’ll build relationships across Ofgem and beyond, engaging with colleagues and stakeholders at all levels. The role offers significant variety, visibility and responsibility, making it ideal for someone who enjoys working at pace while helping senior leaders operate effectively and efficiently. Your contribution will support the smooth running of a directorate that plays an important role in delivering outcomes for consumers and the wider energy sector.

Job Description We’re looking for someone with proven experience supporting senior leaders, exceptional organisational skills and the ability to manage competing priorities with confidence and professionalism. You’ll be a strong communicator with excellent judgement, attention to detail and the ability to build trusted relationships while handling sensitive information with discretion.

In return, you’ll join an inclusive and supportive organisation that values collaboration, flexibility and high-quality service. You’ll work alongside experienced colleagues across our leadership community, benefit from flexible working arrangements and enjoy the opportunity to contribute to work that has a meaningful impact on consumers, communities and the future of energy in Great Britain.

We have a critical purpose to support the leadership and delivery of infrastructure priorities. Join us in helping to combat the challenges facing the energy sector while enabling effective decision-making that supports consumers, economic growth and the transition to Net Zero.

We’re looking for someone with proven experience supporting senior leaders, exceptional organisational skills and the ability to manage competing priorities with confidence and professionalism. You’ll be a strong communicator with excellent judgement, attention to detail and the ability to build trusted relationships while handling sensitive information with discretion.

In return, you’ll join an inclusive and supportive organisation that values collaboration, flexibility and high-quality service. You’ll work alongside experienced colleagues across our leadership community, benefit from flexible working arrangements and enjoy the opportunity to contribute to work that has a meaningful impact on consumers, communities and the future of energy in Great Britain.

We have a critical purpose to support the leadership and delivery of infrastructure priorities. Join us in helping to combat the challenges facing the energy sector while enabling effective decision-making that supports consumers, economic growth and the transition to Net Zero.

Person specification

Please ensure you demonstrate clearly, within your supporting statement, how you meet each of the essential criteria. In the event of receiving a large number of applications, an initial sift may take place on just the lead criteria indicated in the essential criteria.

Essentia Criteria

• Confident PA/EA with a proven track record of working at Director/Deputy Director level, ensuring the allocation of a Director’s time is proactively managed, and aligns with strategic priorities. (Lead)
• Ability …