Renewable Energy Policy Analyst
Permanent | Full‑Time | Office‑Based
Location: Office‑based in Belfast (no home or hybrid working available)
Working Hours:
Monday – Thursday: 08:30 – 17:00 Friday: 08:30 – 16:30
(37 hours per week – flexibility may be required to meet business needs)
Salary: £38,000 per annum
The Opportunity
We are recruiting for a Renewable Energy Policy Analyst to support low‑carbon heat initiatives, with a focus on large‑scale hybrid heat pump trials and energy‑efficiency projects. Reporting to the Energy Transition Manager, the role centres on managing, collating, and analysing data from heat pump monitoring systems as part of a 100+ home Hybrid Heat Pump Programme, and producing high‑quality performance and policy reports. You will also contribute to policy analysis, research, stakeholder engagement, consultation responses, demonstration projects, and wider network decarbonisation activity, playing a direct role in the energy transition.
Key Responsibilities
Hybrid Heat Pump Programme & Data Analysis
Regularly review monitoring data from the Hybrid Heat Pump Programme to identify issues and trends
Prepare regular updates and reports for internal and external stakeholders, including government departments and regulators
Undertake in‑depth analysis of hybrid heat pump performance to support detailed operational reporting
Facilitate independent academic review of programme results
Support the presentation of programme outcomes to internal and external audiences
Policy, Research & Insight
Monitor low‑carbon heat policy developments across Northern Ireland, Ireland, the UK, and Europe
Support research projects and structured analysis to inform internal decision‑making
Prepare concise, high‑quality written briefings for senior managers and directors
Support responses to government consultations and engagement with public bodies
Collaboration & Commercial Support
Participate in multidisciplinary forums with internal teams and external partners
Support joint academic and industry research projects
Contribute to commercial decision‑making through market research and business development support
Provide analytical, research‑led challenge to operational and strategic colleagues
Person Specification
Essential Criteria
Educated to degree level
Minimum 3 years’ experience in a data analyst, research, economist, policy, public affairs, or equivalent role
Strong qualitative and quantitative analytical skills
Demonstrable experience producing succinct, structured written briefings
Ability to work on own initiative
Strong organisational and problem‑solving skills
Excellent verbal and written communication skills
Applicants must have the legal right to work in the country of employment on a permanent basis. Visa sponsorship is not available.
Desirable Criteria
Experience collaborating with external partner organisations
Demonstrable interest in low‑carbon heating systems Advanced Microsoft Excel skills
Benefits You’ll Love
Enhanced contributory pension scheme
Free life assurance Give As You Earn charity scheme
Enhanced maternity and paternity leave
Enhanced sick pay (for qualifying staff)
20 days annual leave plus 11 bank holidays, with up to 5 additional long‑service days
Free on‑site parking
Free Staff bus from city centre
Dedicated health and wellbeing support
Cycle to Work Scheme
Annual salary reviews
About the Employer
The organisation is widely recognised for its commitment to safety, customer service, and operational excellence and offers a supportive, inclusive, and forward‑thinking working environment. Employees are encouraged to contribute ideas, develop professionally, and play an active role in supporting the transition to a low‑carbon future.
Interested?
If this sounds like the right next step for you, we’d love to hear from you.
Apply now or contact Patricia at Apple Recruitment for a confidential discussion.
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