Director Of Finance

Director of Finance

Applications are invited for the role of Director of Finance for SONI (System Operator for Northern Ireland). The role reports to the SONI Chief Executive.

As the System Operator for Northern Ireland, SONI Ltd, plays a critical role through planning the development and the safe operation of the electricity transmission grid in Northern Ireland. The transmission grid brings power from where it is generated to where it is needed, supplying large industrial customers and the distribution networks, which in turn supply homes, farms and businesses across the island.

As part of the EirGrid Group, SONI is at the forefront of innovation in the energy industry, enabling the transition towards a low-carbon, technology-enabled smart future. The Group also operates the wholesale Single Electricity Market (SEM) and the East West Interconnector, a high voltage link between Ireland and Great Britain.

SONI is regulated by the Utility Regulator (UR) in Northern Ireland. Based on a recent licence change requiring board, managerial and resource separation from the parent company, SONI has initiated a significant transformational programme of work to implement its future organisational structure and operating model, whilst it continues to support the implementation of the Northern Ireland Energy Strategy and Climate Action Plan.

This is an exciting time to join SONI. Operating as a trusted business partner to the Chief Executive and senior leadership team the Director of Finance will be responsible for overseeing and reporting on all financial and legal matters and will lead the delivery of a range of initiatives to allow the company to meet its business requirements and deliver on its ambitious strategy including the SONI governance programme.

The remit includes responsibility for the overall management of SONI’s financial resources and capability, including a full range of financial activities such as planning, reporting and control, as well as procurement, treasury, taxation and insurance and overseeing all legal operational activities to ensure legal and regulatory compliance.

This is an exceptional opportunity for an experienced senior finance professional with a track record of reporting to Executive or Board level in a complex business environment. You will be an experienced people leader with proven experience of successfully implementing transformational change. Ideally you will have experience working in an energy/utility or regulatory environment, however it is not essential.

For further information and to apply please visit: www.clarendonexecutive.com. Alternatively, to arrange a confidential conversation please contact Joanne Gordon of Clarendon Executive on or

Closing date for receipt of CVs is 12 noon, Wednesday 24th April 2024.

SONI is an Equal Opportunities Employer and welcomes applications from all suitably qualified candidates.