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You'll support a wide range of activities, helping colleagues understand and respond to regulatory requirements while contributing to the successful delivery of major investment programmes.\nWhat we're looking for\nYou'll have a minimum of a 2:2 honours degree in a relevant discipline such as Economics, Law, Engineering, Science or Politics.\nWe're looking for graduates who are excited by the opportunity to gain an understanding of how regulation, policy and commercial decision-making support major infrastructure investment. You'll likely be someone who:\n- Enjoys analysing information, exploring different perspectives and using evidence to support recommendations and decisions.\n- Is interested in how regulation, policy and commercial considerations influence organisations and large-scale projects.\n- Is comfortable working with data, numbers and written information, identifying key insights and communicating them clearly.\n- Works well with others, building positive relationships and collaborating effectively with a wide range of stakeholders.\n- You don't need to know everything on day one. What matters most is your willingness to learn, contribute and make the most of the opportunities the programme provides.\nAbout SSE\nWe’re helping shape the future of electricity.\nA role with SSE is an opportunity to build a rewarding career and help deliver the clean power and electricity infrastructure needed across the UK and Ireland.\nWe're investing £33bn in critical electricity infrastructure to 2030, including major renewable power projects and the networks needed to connect them. From powering homes and businesses to supporting the electrification of transport, our projects are helping shape the future electricity system\nWe’re accredited by the Living Wage Foundation and hold the Fair Tax Mark. We offer diverse career opportunities across the UK and Ireland, agile working and excellent benefits.\nFlexible benefits to fit your life\nEnjoy discounts on gym memberships, discounted retail vouchers, high street shops, private healthcare, Wellbeing benefits like a free online GP and 24/7 counselling service. Interest-free loans on tech and transport season tickets, or a new bike with our Cycle to Work scheme. As well as generous family entitlements such as maternity and adoption pay, and paternity leave.\nWork with an equal opportunity employer\nSSE will make any reasonable adjustments you need to ensure that your application and experience with us is positive. Please contact  to discuss how we can support you.\nWe're dedicated to fostering an open and inclusive workplace where people from all backgrounds can thrive. 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