Head of Compliance & Regulation - Energy
In this key position, you will lead a team managing our compliance with regulatory and legislative requirements, primarily across UK group.
We’re looking for an experienced Head of Compliance & Regulation to lead specialist teams covering Industry Regulation, KYC, Trading/Financial Reporting, and Policy & General Compliance. You will oversee team performance, development, and delivery of key regulatory obligations across UK/EU energy markets.
In this senior role, you’ll guide the business on compliance matters including Anti-Corruption, Competition Law, Modern Slavery, and AML, while managing emerging regulatory changes and associated business risks. You’ll act as a main contact for external bodies such as Ofgem, DESNZ, Energy UK, and industry code administrators, ensuring timely and accurate regulatory submissions (RO, FiT, TRAS, GSOP, complaints, RFIs, etc.).
You will support audits, contribute to internal governance forums, prepare senior management reporting, and be a voting member of SEBL OpCo and SEBL RMC. The role also involves approving counterparty contracts, KYC sign-offs, and hospitality declarations in line with internal policies.
If you’re a proactive leader with deep knowledge of energy regulation and a passion for strong compliance culture, we’d love to hear from you.
What skills/experience do I need to be successful?
Proven experience managing a regulation and compliance function in the UK Energy Industry;
Outstanding stakeholder management skills.
What sets us apart?
Global Impact: With offices in the UK, US, and Australia, and plans for further expansion, you'll be part of a dynamic, globally-minded team, with opportunities to explore new markets and make a difference on a global scale.
Flexible Working: Embrace the freedom to work from anywhere in the world for up to 30 days a year. We prioritize work-life balance, recognizing that your well-being matters. Find out more here.
Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion: We celebrate our diverse culture and value individuals irrespective of background, disability, religion, gender identity, sexuality, or ethnicity. Join a team where diversity is not just welcomed but celebrated as a key driver of growth and innovation.

What happens next?
Once we receive your application, it will be reviewed by a human – no bots here! The average process typically takes around 2-3 weeks, with 2 stages of video interviews using Teams. However, this can vary depending on the role. We may invite you for a face-to-face meeting or require only 1 video interview. If you have any questions or need support, our Recruitment Team is here to assist you.
Ready to join us on our journey to digitise, decarbonise, and localize the future of energy? Apply now.
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- Department
- Compliance and Regulation
- Locations
- SmartestEnergy Limited - London office - Canary Wharf
- Remote status
- Fully Remote
- Yearly salary
- 65,000 - 71,000
- Employment type
- Full-time
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