SEMO General Manager

SEMO General Manager, Dublin or Belfast

A rare opportunity to lead a critical part of our energy infrastructure and shape the future of the all-island electricity market.

We are seeking an experienced senior leader to take on the role of SEMO General Manager, providing strategic and operational leadership to the Single Electricity Market Operator (SEMO)

This high-profile leadership position offers the opportunity to influence the future direction of the electricity market across the island of Ireland, working at the intersection of energy, regulation, market operations, and the transition to a more sustainable energy system.

The Opportunity

SEMO operates the all-island Single Electricity Market, ensuring the efficient, transparent, and compliant operation of the wholesale electricity market.

As General Manager, you will have overall responsibility for leading the SEMO business, ensuring the delivery of its strategic objectives and the effective management of its core market functions. You will play a pivotal role in protecting market integrity, maintaining operational resilience and ensuring compliance with complex regulatory and licence obligations.

You will lead a multidisciplinary management team, providing clear direction and oversight across Market Operations, Market Settlement, Stakeholder Engagement, and Market Registration & Compliance.

You will also act as a key representative for SEMO, developing strong relationships with regulators, market participants, policymakers and industry partners. Your influence will extend beyond day-to-day operations, contributing to industry consultations, European-level engagement and the continued evolution of the electricity market.

With responsibility for financial and resource planning, risk management, governance and organisational capability, you will drive continuous improvement and transformation, identifying opportunities for digitalisation, innovation and more efficient ways of working.

This is an opportunity for an established leader who can combine strategic thinking with sound operational judgement, inspire high-performing teams and navigate a complex, evolving energy landscape.

Applicants must be able to demonstrate:

• Significant experience in a leadership role within the electricity sector or a related industry, with strong knowledge of market operations.
• Demonstrated ability to lead, engage and motivate teams in a collaborative and inclusive way.
• Strong communication and stakeholder engagement skills, with the ability to influence and build trusted relationships.
• Sound decision-making and problem-solving capability in complex environments.
• Degree (or equivalent experience) in a relevant discipline.
• Experience leading teams and delivering results in evolving or uncertain environments.
• Strong analytical skills, including the ability to interpret data and make informed decisions.
• Effective interpersonal and presentation skills.
• Experience in identifying, managing, and mitigating risk.
• Adaptability, resilience, and comfort working in complex, fast-changing environments.
• Proven ability to lead through others and support high-performing teams.

What's on Offer?

This is an opportunity to take on a highly influential position within a critical part of the energy sector, alongside an attractive employment package, including:

• Competitive salary and performance-related bonus.
• Private medical cover and pension matching.
• Hybrid working arrangements - 3 days office / 2 days remote.
• Enhanced annual leave, maternity and paternity leave and wellbeing days.
• Salary sacrifice schemes, including Cycle to Work and EV schemes.
• Free car parking, onsite EV charging and complimentary lunch.
• Professional development opportunities and clear career progression pathways.
• An inclusive, supportive working environment that values diversity, collaboration and employee wellbeing.

Location: Dublin, Ireland or Belfast, with travel between sites.

Interested?

If you are an established leader within the electricity sector or a related industry and are ready to take on a role with genuine strategic influence, we would welcome a conversation.

This is an opportunity to make a significant contribution to the future of the all-island electricity market and the transition towards a cleaner, more secure and sustainable energy system.

To speak in absolute confidence about this opportunity please send an up to date CV via the link provided or contact Kirsty Dillon Specialist Consultant at MCS Group 028 9693 5510

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