Head of AI Policy

Requirements of the role

Successful candidates may be based in any of our office locations – Cardiff, Glasgow, or London, especially welcoming applications from people based in Cardiff and Glasgow.
Hybrid working – on average, currently one day per week in the office, or approximately 20% of the month.
About the job
Job summary
Ofgem is Great Britain’s independent energy regulator. Our primary responsibility is to protect energy consumers, especially the most vulnerable, while at the same time working with government, industry and consumer groups to deliver a clean, more affordable and secure net-zero energy system at the lowest cost to consumers, and drive economic growth.

Britain’s energy future is at a turning point, and artificial intelligence has the power to transform it for generations to come. At Ofgem, we’re looking for a Head of AI Policy to lead this vital work, ensuring that cutting-edge technology delivers real, lasting benefits for every home and business in the country.

We’re at the forefront of change across the energy sector, driving towards Net Zero whilst protecting energy consumers, especially vulnerable people.

This is an extraordinary opportunity to shape how AI can make the energy sector smarter, safer and more sustainable, unlocking efficiencies and protections that will touch millions of lives.
You will be at the centre of one of the most exciting shifts in the energy sector, working within our Cyber Regulation and Artificial Intelligence Directorate to bring together government, industry leaders, regulators and technology experts to set the strategic direction for AI in energy.

Read on and find out more.

Job description
You will ensure that AI is used responsibly, safely and in ways that protect and empower consumers while unlocking real innovation across the system. Developing frameworks that stay ahead of emerging risks and opportunities, you will create practical roadmaps that align the sector with wider government principles. Your insight and leadership will help modernise an industry that underpins daily life, delivering real efficiencies and protections for households and businesses long into the future.

We’re looking for someone with deep expertise in AI within a regulated environment and AI policy development who can turn complex ideas into clear, inspiring messages that drive action. You will have the confidence to build trust, foster collaboration and influence at every level, acting as an inclusive and supportive leader who champions diverse voices and creates a culture where bold ideas thrive.

You’ll discover the chance to make an impact and make a huge difference within the energy space. Creating lasting change, you’ll be operating at the forefront of technology, undertaking truly exciting work across AI and the energy sector, making this the perfect role for passionate, technically minded individuals who are ready to enact change.

We have a critical mission to ensure AI transforms the energy system in ways that deliver real, lasting benefits for everyone. This is your chance to help shape that future and be part of building a smarter, greener and fairer energy sector for Britain.

Key Outputs and Deliverables

Ensure the responsible and innovative use of AI in the energy sector.
Drive creation of policy approach for the use of AI in the energy sector to make sure it is used safely, responsibly, and sustainably.
Create a plan of action and roadmap to address alignment of Government’s AI approach /principles (these may evolve) to the energy sector.
Drive creation of guidance and frameworks, with appropriate consultation, to support AI objectives by realising the opportunities that AI provides, including enabling safe and trusted AI development.
Horizon scanning on AI, but also other related technological developments, such as Quantum – providing strategic consultancy.
Setting-up and directing high-performing teams based on effective resource management, ongoing support, and professional development.
Set out a team forward plan, budget management, resource requirements, work objectives, milestones, and success metrics.
Help team members deliver by building supportive, inclusive team environment based on trust-based relationships, transparency, and inclusivity; including effective scoping of work and setting of clear responsibilities.
Take ownership for own and team members’ professional development by:
– Providing ongoing coaching and identification of development opportunities in regular performance conversations.
– Supporting team member’s performance evaluation through honest, fair, high quality 360-degree feedback.
Manage effective and inclusive team resourcing and staff onboarding through close engagement with relevant Deputy Director, Workstream Managers, Heads of Professions and HR Staffers to ensure best talent match to work needs.
Input into business planning process to ensure AI budgets are aligned with Ofgem strategic and Directorate objectives.

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