Director – Single Energy Market Operator (SEMO)

About the role

The Single Electricity Market Operator (SEMO) is seeking a dynamic Director to provide strategic leadership and ensure the efficient, transparent, and compliant operation of the Single Electricity Market across the island of Ireland. Reporting to the SEMO Governing Committee, you will be responsible for safeguarding market integrity and driving continuous improvement.

Key responsibilities

• Define and deliver SEMO’s strategic objectives in line with regulatory and licence obligations.
• Oversee end‑to‑end market operations, settlement, stakeholder engagement and compliance functions.
• Chair the SEMO Operational Committee and ensure robust governance and timely reporting.
• Represent SEMO in regulatory consultations, industry forums and European level discussions.
• Manage financial and resource planning, aligning budgets with price‑control requirements.
• Maintain risk and compliance frameworks, oversee audits and implement corrective actions.
• Lead digitalisation, process optimisation and transformation initiatives.

Required profile

• Proven senior leadership experience in energy market operations or a related regulated sector.
• Strong understanding of electricity market codes, regulatory environments and price‑control mechanisms.
• Excellent stakeholder management skills with experience engaging regulators, policy makers and industry participants.
• Demonstrated ability to lead large, multidisciplinary teams and drive organisational change.

Required skills