Data Analyst (Energy Markets)
Added 9 Oct · still live
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Sponsorship likelihood
This job is eligible only on a shortage list
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Salary
Pro sees the advertised pay
£41,700
Going rate
Skilled Worker going rate
This role likely qualifies for a Skilled Worker visa
SOC 3544 (99% match) is an eligible occupation, with a going rate of £41,700, and SSE plc is a licensed sponsor. That is our reading of the rules. Whether they issue a Certificate of Sponsorship is still their call.
In 2025, SSE plc assigned 6 or more Certificates of Sponsorship for SOC 3544 jobs, according to the Home Office.
Your salary route
New graduate or PhD holder? Pick one of the lower rates.
What each route needs for this job
| Occupation code | New entrant 70% of going rate | STEM PhD 80% of going rate | Relevant PhD 90% of going rate | Standard rate 100% of going rate |
|---|---|---|---|---|
3544 Data analysts Most likely code | £33,400 Clears | £41,700 Clears | £41,700 Clears | £41,700 Clears |
We use the lowest threshold across the plausible codes. Likelihood is Possible at most when the pay clears only a lower rate, or only under a less likely code. A mark is for the top of the advertised pay. How the Home Office picks the code
About the role
Base Location: You'll be expected to spend 50% of your working week in one our Glasgow, Perth, Edinburgh or Cardiff office.
Salary: £36,200 - £54,400 + performance-related bonus + a range of benefits to support your finances, wellbeing and family.
Working Pattern: 9 month fixed term contract | Full Time | Flexible First options available
The role
This is an exciting opportunity to join our Advanced Analytics and Data team within Energy Markets as a Data Analyst on a 9-month secondment. You’ll work collaboratively with experienced data specialists and colleagues across the business, turning complex data into clear, meaningful insight that helps us make better, faster and more confident decisions. You’ll play an important part in improving the quality, accessibility and governance of our data, ensuring it is managed safely, securely and responsibly, while gaining valuable exposure across trading, analytics, governance and technology. It’s a great opportunity to broaden your experience, strengthen your data capability and make a visible contribution to the Energy Markets data strategy.
You will
Salary: £36,200 - £54,400 + performance-related bonus + a range of benefits to support your finances, wellbeing and family.
Working Pattern: 9 month fixed term contract | Full Time | Flexible First options available
The role
This is an exciting opportunity to join our Advanced Analytics and Data team within Energy Markets as a Data Analyst on a 9-month secondment. You’ll work collaboratively with experienced data specialists and colleagues across the business, turning complex data into clear, meaningful insight that helps us make better, faster and more confident decisions. You’ll play an important part in improving the quality, accessibility and governance of our data, ensuring it is managed safely, securely and responsibly, while gaining valuable exposure across trading, analytics, governance and technology. It’s a great opportunity to broaden your experience, strengthen your data capability and make a visible contribution to the Energy Markets data strategy.
You will
- Help ensure our data is secure, trusted, accurate and appropriately protected, applying strong Data Management and Governance principles and keeping safety, confidentiality and responsible data use at the heart of your work.
- Provide transparent, quality-assured data and insight that enables colleagues to make well-informed decisions and effectively monitor operational performance.
- Work closely with stakeholders to understand complex data requirements, using the Data Playbook to translate these into practical solutions that support both current needs and future developments.
- Apply your business knowledge and curiosity to identify opportunities to improve how data is managed, governed and used across Energy Markets.
- Collaborate with IT, Change and wider teams across Energy Markets and SSE to ensure data and dependent processes are well maintained, supported and managed in a safe and reliable way.
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SSE’s purpose is to be restless every day until we make electricity clean, affordable and available for all.
We do this by developing, building, operating and investing in electricity infrastructure and businesses needed in the energy transition. This includes electricity transmission and distribution networks, onshore and offshore wind farms, hydro-electric power and flexible thermal generation. We also provide products and services for businesses and other customers.
Our investment plan will see SSE invest £33bn in critical electricity infrastructure to 2030.
SSE Energy Markets secure the energy needed to power customers' lives, while creating value for SSE. Our Energy Markets trading teams buy the fuel needed to deliver cleaner energy and sell power generated in our wind farm, hydro and thermal assets back to the markets.
Flexible Benefits To Fit Your Life
- Strong organisational skills, with the ability to balance priorities and work confidently both independently and as part of a collaborative team.
- Experience coordinating and delivering technical data requirements and supporting their integration into business processes.
- A thoughtful, solutions-focused approach to problem solving, with a commitment to quality, safety and responsible delivery in a dynamic environment.
- Knowledge of IT systems and Microsoft products, alongside experience or knowledge of technologies such as Python, Power BI, Databricks or Tableau.
- Experience using AI-powered tools and techniques, including Microsoft Copilot, Databricks Genie, AI agents and effective prompt engineering, to accelerate analysis, improve productivity and deliver business outcomes.
- Strong communication and relationship-building skills, with the ability to make complex information clear and accessible for both technical and non-technical colleagues.
SSE’s purpose is to be restless every day until we make electricity clean, affordable and available for all.
We do this by developing, building, operating and investing in electricity infrastructure and businesses needed in the energy transition. This includes electricity transmission and distribution networks, onshore and offshore wind farms, hydro-electric power and flexible thermal generation. We also provide products and services for businesses and other customers.
Our investment plan will see SSE invest £33bn in critical electricity infrastructure to 2030.
SSE Energy Markets secure the energy needed to power customers' lives, while creating value for SSE. Our Energy Markets trading teams buy the fuel needed to deliver cleaner energy and sell power generated in our wind farm, hydro and thermal assets back to the markets.
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 [email protected] / 01738 351816 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.
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 [email protected] / 01738 351816 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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Where this offer sits in the market
Data analysts (SOC 3544) · UK · ONS ASHE 2025 · basic pay · ~80k in sampleSOC 3544
- Middle half £32,292–48,568
- Median £38,948
- Going rate £41,700
- Threshold £41,700
- New entrant £33,400–37,530
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Does this job guarantee visa sponsorship?
Not necessarily. SSE plc holds a sponsor licence, but sponsorship for a specific hire is always the employer's decision. In 2025, SSE plc assigned 6 or more Certificates of Sponsorship for SOC 3544 jobs, according to the Home Office. Be upfront in your application that you'll require it.
What salary is needed for this role to be eligible?
The offer must clear both the general threshold and the SOC 3544 going rate of £41,700. New-entrant and shortage discounts can lower it.