Policy Analyst
We are at the heart of Ireland’s energy transition - connecting, operating and transforming the electricity grid to support a low carbon, renewable future.
We are building talented teams that tackle real world challenges every day and help us to achieve our goal to prepare the grid to carry up to 80% of Ireland’s electricity from renewable sources.
We are proud to be a certified Great Place to Work, recognised for our culture built on trust, collaboration and inclusion. At EirGrid you will find supportive teams, opportunities to grow and meaningful work. We also offer secure employment with a range of flexible and family friendly working policies to support your life and wellbeing. If you want to know more about what EirGrid has to offer you, visit Life at EirGrid.
If you are ready to make an impact and grow your career in a purpose-led organisation, your journey starts here.
The Opportunity
The purpose of the role of the Policy Analyst is to support the development and communication of key policy positions for the organisation. The role holder will be required to consider a complex policy and regulatory environment and to develop strategic engagement through a variety of media.
In addition, the role holder will have political sensitivity, be responsible for providing strategic business insights, as well as external analysis to key stakeholders to assist in the delivery of the strategic priorities.
Key Responsibilities
- Support strategy-related research activities including industry, regulatory and policy trend analysis including developing position papers and briefings.
- Support the implementation of the Policy Coordination Group including the identification and consideration of key external policy developments in Ireland, Europe and on a global level.
- Support the coordination of EirGrid’s response to government and industry consultations and publications.
- In collaboration with the business, support the development of the Group’s policy positions and thought leadership on key areas and emerging themes and trends.
- In collaboration with the business, ensure these key policy positions and messages are incorporated across our external activities and engagement.
- Build on and develop existing stakeholder engagement initiatives ensuring alignment with the strategic objectives of EirGrid.
- Support engagement with Department of the Environment, Climate and Communications (DECC), NewERA and other government departments in relation to public policy developments.
- Support engagement with other key stakeholders in relation to public policy developments and other common interests
- Support the delivery of key corporate governance requirements for compliance with the Code of Practice for the Governance of State Bodies.
- Ensure strategic and business issues and proposed solutions are highlighted appropriately to the Head of Strategy & Policy.
- Represent EirGrid at external forums and events.
- Prepare presentations and papers for the Chief Executive and Executive Team, to support them in engaging with the Board and external stakeholders.
- Support the implementation of and reporting on EirGrid’s role in key Government strategies and plans such as the Climate Action Plan to DECC, the executive team and the Board as appropriate
About You-
Strong business acumen and commercial understanding
- Strong analytical skills and rigorous attention to detail
- Ability to build credibility and strong relationships with senior stakeholders with the ability to influence and engage in constructive challenge
- Excellent presentation and communication skills, verbal and written; ability to take complex and technical information, determine what the important aspects are and present it in written format or to senior stakeholders in a non-complex manner
- Strong collaboration and interpersonal skills; ability to navigate the organisation and garner support from multiple areas to deliver initiatives
- Ability to multi-task and prioritise under pressure of deadlines, while working independently; knows when and how to escalate appropriately
- Qualified to degree or masters level in a relevant discipline
- Deep knowledge of the Group's activities and understanding of the electricity sector is helpful, but not essential
Closing date for applications
31st July 2026
Please note we receive a high volume of applications, and as every application is carefully reviewed our response time may vary. If you agree to be considered for other roles this may result in a delayed response as we establish the best fit for your experience. We appreciate your patience.
We value potential as much as experience
. If you believe you can succeed in this role, we encourage you to apply, even if you don’t meet every requirement.
We're dedicated to diversity and inclusion at EirGrid. We recognise the strength that comes from having a diverse workforce and the importance of a supportive culture for all our people to achieve their potential. Our diversity and inclusion networks have been designed to create an inclusive culture that enables our people to feel a sense of belonging at work.
As an equal opportunities’ employer, we welcome applications from people of all backgrounds. Reasonable accommodations are offered at every stage of our recruitment process.
