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© 2026 Flex Assure Ltd.
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Reports to: Scheme Manager
Location: London, Westminster with remote working
also available. We are open to consideration of the individual
circumstances for suitable candidates.
Salary: This is offered initially as a part time role,
0.6 FTE (3 days per week) with an equivalent, full-time
salary circa £28,000 - £32,000 depending on experience (pro-rata
to £16,800 - £19,200 for 0.6 FTE).
Duration: Initially a 12-month
contract, with potential to convert to a permanent position at the
Flex Assure’s discretion.
Benefits:
- 25
days annual leave (pro-rata for part time working), with a leave allowance that
grows with your length of service
- An
offer of an interest-free “new starter” loan of up to £1,000.
- Option
to access private health insurance as a benefit in kind
- Pension
contributions will be matched up to a maximum of 8%
- Flexible
and hybrid working options
- Further
education training and ‘development days’
- Cycle
Saver scheme
- Climate
Perks
About us:
Flex Assure is a not-for-profit
organisation that operates a voluntary compliance scheme to build trust in
energy flexibility services. Established by ADE with support from industry and
government, it provides a clear framework to promote good practice and protect
consumers. Flex Assure covers both domestic and business markets, helping to
ensure services are delivered in a consistent, transparent, and reliable way.
About the role
Flex Assure is seeking a motivated and
highly organised Business Development Assistant to support the growth of its
compliance scheme membership and the wider day-to-day running of the
organisation.
This is an exciting opportunity for
someone looking to build experience in the energy flexibility sector, with
exposure to industry stakeholders, Government, Ofgem, and leading providers of
flexibility services. You will develop a strong understanding of the codes of
conduct and policy landscape that underpin the scheme, while building valuable
relationships across the sector.
Working
with the Scheme Manager you will:
- Support in
delivering membership growth for the compliance scheme.
- Network with
leading industry stakeholders, civil servants and Flex Assure members in
events, workshops and conferences across the UK.
- Develop and
maintain a recruitment pipeline of prospective scheme members.
- Engage with
potential members and external stakeholders in a professional and timely
manner.
- Help plan,
coordinate, and deliver events with National Grid NESO and the regional DSOs.
- Provide
administrative support for the day-to-day running of Flex Assure.
- Maintain accurate
records, trackers, and correspondence.
- Become familiar
with the existing Codes of Conduct and related scheme requirements.
- Support engagement
with Government, Ofgem, and other relevant industry bodies.
Candidate profile
We are looking for
someone who has:
- An enthusiastic
and confident personality, who is comfortable engaging with a large number of people in a highly professional
manner.
- Excellent
interpersonal and communication skills – you must be confident in
face-to-face (or screen-to-screen) meetings and over the telephone.
- Strong
written and verbal communication skills.
- Good
organisational skills and attention to detail.
- Ability to
build effective working relationships with a wide range of stakeholders.
- Confidence in
engaging with external partners and prospective members.
- Ability to
manage multiple tasks and priorities.
- An interest
in energy flexibility, market development, and regulatory policy.
- Proficient in Microsoft Office, Word,
Excel, PowerPoint, Canva and Teams.
- Excellent database management and good writing skills,
with a focus on accuracy and clarity.
The following would be advantageous:
- Familiarity
or experience with energy policy or energy markets (particularly energy
flexibility / demand side response).
- Understanding
of, or an interest in, customer assurance and protection.
- Some
experience of administering events, conferences or forums would be an
advantage, though an enthusiasm to do so would be equally
as beneficial.
- Experience of
industry standards/certification schemes.- Presentation skills and
experience of presenting at conferences. - Experience with
digital marketing & promotion. - Business
development, sales or marketing skills.
Closing date: 9th July 23:59
Interview/Start Dates:
Shortlisted candidates will be invited for
an informal first call and a formal (in person preferred) interview from the 16th – 24th.
Application Details
Send a PDF copy of your CV along with a
cover letter explaining why the role outlined above is of interest to you and
how your experience and skills fit the requirements, to jobs@flexassure.org
You may be asked to complete a short
exercise ahead of or after the interview. Details will be provided in due
course.
Please note that you must have the
existing right to work in UK.
We are actively seeking applications from
every part of the community. Flex Assure is committed to creating a diverse
working environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All
qualified applicants will receive consideration.