Regulatory Analyst (Band 4)

Electric Ireland; Ireland; Hybrid; EUR 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading energy utility in Dublin seeks a motivated team member to support regulations and compliance. The role involves understanding market rules, analyzing their impacts, and contributing to net zero goals. Candidates should have a strong background in economics and analytical skills, with the chance for personal growth within a large organization. Join us to drive Ireland towards a sustainable energy future with a supportive team environment.

Benefits

Career development opportunities

Flexible working arrangements

Corporate Social Responsibility initiatives

Qualifications

• Drive to learn more and be a positive team member.
• Real interest in economics for problem-solving.
• Ability to present results understandably.

Responsibilities

• Ensure understanding of market rules and their impact.
• Use economic principles to analyze industry rules.
• Communicate regulatory impacts on the business.

Skills

Analytical skills

Interest in economics

Communication skills

Problem-solving

Office skills

Education

Third-level qualification in economics/engineering/technical/legal/commercial

Job description

ESB Generation and Trading Regulation and Compliance has 2 vacancies where you can apply and develop your economic skills and have an impact on the transition to a low carbon world.

ESB has led the transition to electrification since 1927 and our company is characterised by a commitment to drive society and its economy forward. Our purpose is to deliver a brighter future for the customers and communities we serve, and this is reflected in our constant and unwavering commitment to tackling society’s biggest challenges, enhancing people’s lives, and creating new opportunities. You can support us in delivering this change as you learn from an experienced and recognised team in the generation business.

ESB is taking urgent and focused action to achieve net zero emissions by 2040 and still ensure that power is affordable. We are Ireland's leading power generator not only by size but also by having varied types of technologies and you can help us deliver on our purpose as part of the team in Generation.

You will join an experienced Regulation team that is at the center of many of the challenges and projects in our generation business.

As we operate across jurisdictions you will have the opportunity to develop subject matter expertise in a wide variety of topics across the Single Electricity Market (SEM) of Ireland, Northern Ireland, and the GB energy market.

What We Offer

• ESB will be at the forefront of the development of offshore wind and renewable gases including hydrogen in Ireland and the Regulation team will be key to delivering on the company’s ambitious net zero emissions targets. You will get the opportunity to influence the shape of the future energy markets that will be needed to enable a secure and sustainable transition to net zero.
• ESB will offer you the opportunity to contribute to initiatives that will safeguard the security of energy supply for the country as we strive to ensure our renewables future is backed up by flexible low carbon generation which will be a key part of our operational assets during the transition period.
• We will build on your economic expertiselooking at market incentives, creation of investment signals and the importance of regulation in markets.
• We will support your learning on the job by being part of a team that is driven by ESB’s high-performance culture and by ensuring that opportunities for development and training are facilitated. You will also get a very good understanding of the company with considerable scope for personal growth.
• The team covers many issues so your development will be driven by getting an awareness of the different areas and then build on getting experience. ESB is a large organisation with over 9000 staff members so as you develop your career within the Regulation team you will also learn the competencies that will make you suitable for wider roles.
• As the challenge to drive to low carbon becomes keener opportunities and challenges will inevitably arise, making sure that the work you are involved with is always interesting.
• By joining the team, you will have an opportunity to affect the direction and delivery of solutions addressing the social challenge of our time to drive to a low carbon sustainable future.

Key Responsibilities

• Ensure you understand the market rules and the impact they have on commercial success.
• Use economic principles to review and analyse the impact of any industry rules.
• Communicate the impact of regulatory and energy policy decisions on the Business.
• Consider changes in rules that can improve commercial returns.
• Work closely with other teams across the generation business and wider.
• Consider the impact of renewable generation on future market designs.

Experience and Qualifications

• A drive to learn more, be inquisitive and be a positive member of a team.
• Bring a real interest in economics and applying it to real world problems.
• Have a real interest in getting to the root of a problem and applying analytical skills.
• Have a flair to collate and present results in a quick and understandable manner.
• Be interested in the commercial impact that regulation has so that we can fund the future and compete.
• Be able to use office skills to manage your own workload and to support others.
• Being able to talk to others is going to be key.

• Third-level qualification (economics/engineering/technical/legal/commercial are preferably) or equivalent, or equivalentwork experience reflecting deep analysis and interpretation, scenario /risk management and effective team engagement.
• 2-3 years’ experience in energy markets, renewables development, or regulatory affairs.
• Strong understanding of market design, regulatory frameworks, and commercial impacts.

Location

This position will be based in our newstate of the art Fitzwilliam 27 office in Dublin, as the primary in-person location for collaboration and connecting with colleagues. In person meetings will be a feature of the role, which may also involve overseas travel occasionally (e.g. Brussels/Dublin/London).

ESB is committed to smart working – combining digital tools with a culture of trust and empowerment to enable flexible ways of working. The successful candidate may work flexibly within their jurisdiction with attendance at the workplace for in-person collaboration on at least two anchor day per week. All smart working arrangements are subject to manager approval and ongoing review, based on the operational requirements of the role, the team, and the individual.

Reporting To

Managers and Specialists in the Regulation & Compliance team.

Why Work with Us?

• Opportunity to lead Ireland’s transition tonet zero carbon future
• Progressive, hybrid working model
• Career developmentthrough mentoring andtraining
• Corporate Social Responsibility Opportunities
• Sports and Social Clubs
• Networking opportunities
• Credit Union
• Access to staff well-being programmes
• Generous parental leave entitlements
• Strong values-based and inclusive culture
• Strong commitment to diversity, equity and inclusion
• Great team environment working to our Core Values: Courageous, Caring, Driven and Trusted

Closing Date

18h December 2025

Note: Applicants who anticipate requiring assistance or reasonable accommodations for any part of the application or interview process may contact, in confidence, [e-mail]

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

Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Statement

ESB is committed to being an equal opportunities employer. We welcome applications from all sections of society and ensure that no one is discriminated against on the grounds of race, religion or belief, ethnicity or nationality, disability, age, citizenship, marital status, domestic or civil partnership status, sexual orientation or gender identity, or any other basis as protected by law.

Applicants who anticipate requiring assistance or reasonable accommodations for any part of the application or interview process may contact, in confidence, [e-mail].

About ESB

Join us in our mission to achieve a net-zero electricity system by 2040. ESB is Ireland’s leading energy utility, with activities spanning electricity generation, transmission and distribution, energy supply, energy services and international consultancy. Operating in Ireland, Northern Ireland and Great Britain, we invest over €1 billion each year to deliver a new energy future based on reliable, affordable zero-carbon electricity.