Delivery Lead

Base Location: Perth

Salary: £58,100 - £87,100 + Performance related bonus and a range of benefits to support you and your family

Working Pattern: Permanent | Full Time | Flexible First options available

Energy Markets (EM) is the commercial heart of the SSE Group, securing value for SSE's asset portfolios in wholesale energy markets as we move towards our vision of being a leading energy company in a net zero world. EM plays a critical role as the asset optimiser, route to market and risk management function for all SSE's Business Units (Wind, Hydro, Low Carbon Thermal, Distributed Energy and Customer portfolios). EM enables SSE to focus its expertise and capabilities in energy markets (including Trading, Risk Management, Energy Economics and Advanced Analytics) in one centre of excellence and, with these enhanced capabilities, support value creation and decision-making across the SSE Group.

The Role

The main purpose of the Delivery Lead role is to lead end-to-end delivery of the EM product roadmaps through use of best practice agile methodologies, ensuring effective control over costs and resourcing enabling the delivery of business outcomes. The teams are DevOps teams so the work includes operational planning as well as Project delivery.

You Will

- Lead end-to-end delivery of products and projects within Agile governance frameworks, managing risks, dependencies, and stakeholder engagement to ensure timely, cost-effective outcomes without technical debt.

- Oversee financial planning and control, maintaining accurate budget forecasts and ensuring delivery remains within fiscal constraints.

- Drive operational resilience and security, ensuring systems and services are robust, secure, and aligned with cyber protection standards and incident reporting protocols.

- Foster high-performing teams, promoting collaboration, effective use of Agile methodologies and ceremonies to align with organizational values and delivery goals.

You Have

- Proven track record in leading and delivering complex IT/OT projects, ensuring alignment with business value and operational outcomes.

- Deep understanding of Agile methodologies (Scrum, Kanban, Lean) and experience embedding governance, process, and culture across portfolio levels.

- Strong financial acumen with experience in managing projects and teams to a budget to maximise business value.

- Strong stakeholder and communication skills, with the ability to influence priorities and navigate complex environments; experience in energy or financial trading is a bonus.

About SSE

SSE has a bold ambition – to be a leading energy company in a net zero world. We're building the world's largest offshore wind farm. Transforming the grid to provide greener electricity for millions of people and investing over £20 billion in homegrown energy, with £20 billion more in the pipeline.

Our IT division powers growth across all SSE business areas by making sure we have the systems, software and security needed to take the lead in a low carbon world. They provide expertise, advice and day-to-day support in emerging technologies, data and analytics, cyber security and more.

Flexible benefits to fit your life

Enjoy discounts on private healthcare and gym memberships. Wellbeing benefits like a free online GP and 24/7 counselling service. Interest‑free loans on tech and transport season tickets, or a new bike with our Cycle to Work scheme. As well as generous family entitlements such as maternity and adoption pay, and paternity leave.

Work with an equal opportunity employer

SSE will make any reasonable adjustments you need to ensure that your application and experience with us is positive. Please contact david.brickell@sse.com / 01738 275 846 to discuss how we can support you.

We're dedicated to fostering an open and inclusive workplace where people from all backgrounds can thrive. We create equal opportunities for everyone to succeed and especially welcome applications from those who may not be well represented in our workforce or industry.

Ready to apply?

Start your online application using the Apply Now box on this page. We only accept applications made online. We'll be in touch after the closing date to let you know if we'll be taking your application further. If you're offered a role with SSE, you'll need to complete a criminality check and a credit check before you start work.

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