Paul Wakeley

Head of Electricity Network Strategy @National Energy System Operator

Banbury, GB
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WORK HISTORY

Oct 2024 — Present

Head of Electricity Network Strategy @National Energy System Operator

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Warwick, GB

Delivering GB’s affordable, secure, net zero transition as a senior leader in Strategic Energy Planning for National Energy System Operator. Currently delivering CSNP - the future approach to strategic network planning, and Clean Power 2030 - how to operate the power system carbon free by 2030.

EDUCATION

2000 — 2004

University of Birmingham

MSci, Mathematical Sciences

2004 — 2008

University of Birmingham

PhD, Applied Mathematics

2011 — 2017

The Open University

Bachelor of Arts - BA, Politics, Philosophy and Economics

SKILLS

ItilEnergy PolicyTelecommunicationsEnergy RegulationStrategyProject GovernanceBusiness CaseUtilitiesEnergy MarketsPower TransmissionElectricity MarketsProject DeliveryBusiness AnalysisMentoringProgram ManagementManagementStakeholder ManagementStakeholder EngagementProcess ImprovementCustomer EngagementProject ManagementGovernanceEnergyCreative Problem SolvingIT StrategyCoachingBusiness Case PreparationEuropean Markets

ABOUT PAUL WAKELEY

Visionary leader shaping the future of the GB electricity transmission network to enable a Net Zero energy system with NESO. I bring extensive experience leading high-impact, multi-team projects, influencing senior stakeholders across government, regulators, and industry. Renowned for delivering strategic advice, driving innovation in network planning, and fostering a culture of motivation, inclusion, and continuous development.Outside of work, I empower young people and 1,500 volunteers as Warwickshire Scouts Lead Volunteer, and have previously served as Chair of Governors at my local primary school, championing improvement and resilience in education.

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