These three director general roles provide strategic leadership across the Department for Energy Security and Net Zero to help make the UK a clean energy superpower. Postholders connect long-term government priorities to real-world delivery, shape complex energy markets and reform, and put households and consumers at the centre of the energy transition. They work closely with ministers, regulators, industry stakeholders, and large multidisciplinary teams to navigate high-stakes policy and delivery challenges.

What they're looking for

• Exceptional strategic leadership in complex and sensitive environments
• Proven track record of delivering large-scale programmes at pace
• Outstanding ability to build productive relationships with stakeholders
• Experience leading large organisations through change and building culture

Nationality requirements

This job is broadly open to UK nationals, Republic of Ireland nationals, Commonwealth citizens with the right to work, EU/EEA/Swiss nationals with EUSS status, and Turkish nationals under the Ankara Agreement.

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