Assurance and Control Manager

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Assurance and Control Manager
Glasgow
Salary starting from £76,800 to £96,000
Plus, up to 30% annual bonus, Family Heath Cover and Car Allowance
Permanent/Hybrid

Closing Date: 12/05/2026

Help us create a better future, quicker!

At SP Energy Networks our focus is on harnessing technology and innovation to create the networks of the future. Our team is building a dynamic network to meet the changing demands for electricity and increasingly, renewable electricity - safely, securely and sustainably in the communities we serve.

At SP Energy Networks, we know people are central to building a better future, quicker and we are seeking new talent to join our team.

What you'll be doing

The Assurance & Control Manager strengthens SPEN's risk, control and assurance framework by leading a robust, insight-driven assurance programme that enhances control effectiveness and remediation Reporting to the Enterprise Risk Partner, this role is responsible for coordinating and delivering an effective assurance programme that provides clear visibility of control performance, identifies areas of weakness, and supports the business in implementing improvements that strengthen SPEN's overall risk posture. Acting as a key link between operational teams, Internal Audit and senior leadership, you will deliver high-quality assurance insight to support informed decision making.

* Implement and maintain an effective assurance and internal control framework aligned to SPEN's ERM framework
* Provide independent oversight and assurance over SPEN's compliance with business separation compliance, ensuring controls are in place and operating effectively to prevent cross-subsidy, inappropriate information sharing and discriminatory behaviour
* Develop and deliver the annual assurance plan, aligned to priority risks and strategic objectives
* Assess and monitor control effectiveness and maturity, providing clear recommendations to strengthen the control environment
* Coordinate assurance activity across functions to ensure controls are designed, performed and maintained
* Track, escalate and support closure of control weaknesses and business separation findings ensuring timely and effective remediation
* Work closely with Compliance and Business Separation Compliance Officer to support monitoring, reporting and investigations of business separation matters
* Embed a strong control culture through awareness, guidance, tools and training
* Lead, coach and develop a high-performing Assurance & Control team
* Provide expert advice on internal controls, assurance standards and regulatory expectations

What you'll bring

* Experience delivering assurance over operational processes within a large, regulated organisation
* Strong understanding of regulatory compliance, licence conditions or business separation obligations
* Experience assessing controls relating to confidentiality, governance, information barriers or system access
* Practical knowledge of internal control frameworks and control effectiveness testing
* Proven experience leading and developing assurance, audit or risk teams
* Strong analytical skills with the ability to distil complex issues into clear, actionable insights
* Excellent communication skills, with confidence engaging senior and director-level stakeholders
* Ability to influence, challenge constructively and drive continuous improvement
* Strong organisational skills and the ability to manage competing priorities autonomously
* High levels of professional integrity, independence and objectivity
* Professionally qualified (e.g. Internal Audit, Risk, Accounting or Compliance) - advantageous
* Ability to deliver long-term assurance plans while responding to emerging risks and change

As a minimum, you will demonstrate:

* Degree qualified
* Experience in assurance, control or audit within a large organisation
* Experience delivering or overseeing projects

What's in it for you

As well as a competitive salary which is reviewed annually, you can also enjoy a number of other benefits. With our pension scheme, we'll double match your contribution up to a company contribution of 10%.

At ScottishPower, we believe it's the little things we do in life that make a big difference. From helping you look after your family's wellbeing, save for your future and take personal steps for climate action - our benefits are designed to help you do just that - so that you have everything you need to take care of your world - today and tomorrow. That's why our benefits include:

* 36 days annual leave
* Holiday purchase - perfect your work/life balance with extra annual leave
* Share Incentive Plan and Sharesave Scheme
* Payroll giving and charity matched funding
* Technology Vouchers - save more and spread the cost of your technology purposes
* Count us in - pledge to reduce carbon emissions and help fight climate change
* Electric Vehicle Schemes - to help you transition to green/clean driving
* Cycle to Work scheme and public transport season ticket loans
* Options to purchase dental insurance, private medical insurance, health cash plan and annual health assessments
* Life Assurance (4x salary)
* Access to Savesmart financial wellbeing support
* Plus shopping, leisure, restaurant and gym discounts, and unique employee deals on travel insurance and more

Why SP Energy Networks

SP Energy Networks is part of the Iberdrola Group, one of the world's largest integrated utility companies and a world leader in wind energy. We keep electricity flowing to homes and businesses through Central and Southern Scotland, North Wales and in the North West of England. We operate over 4000km of cables and lines that make-up the transmission network - connecting infrastructure like wind farms into the electricity system. It's a role that puts us right at the heart of Scotland's ambition to be Net Zero by 2044. And we're taking it very seriously. We're investing >£5.5 billion into our transmission network, directly supporting the rapid growth needed in renewable energy. With diverse opportunities across our businesses and a commitment to invest in our own internal talent, ScottishPower can offer people real career opportunities that meet personal and professional goals, in a global organisation.

Inclusion, diversity, and a social purpose are at the heart of everything we do. Together with our values, they bring us together into a stronger, more sustainable business with direct links to the communities we serve. It takes all kinds of people to build a large-scale business like ours, so whatever your background, you'll fit right in.

We are committed to providing reasonable support or adjustments in our recruiting processes for candidates with disabilities, long term conditions, mental health conditions, or who are neurodivergent or require pregnancy-related support. If you need support, please reach out to careers@scottishpower.com

Mobility
Please note that any applicant who is not a citizen of the country of the vacancy will be subject to compliance with the applicable immigration requirements to legally work in that country. If/when required, the Company will support the employee with the necessary Immigration requirements.

IMPORTANT
Advert will close at 23:59 GMT the day before Job Posting End Date belowMay-13-2026