What is DCC all about?

Where smart people work together as one

Who we are

We’re the people central to designing, building, maintaining, and securing smarter energy for Britain.

Smart DCC is a purpose driven organisation committed to enabling Britain’s transition to a smarter, cleaner, fairer future. Our people are at the heart of this mission motivated by the difference their work makes. We’re becoming a not-for-profit organisation, maximising the benefit our data can deliver.

How we succeed

Our success comes from a culture of collaboration, inclusion, and continuous improvement, promoting an environment where people feel connected, valued and empowered to be their best. The work we do is challenging, and we face it head-on, supporting each other along the way. We thrive in the complexity of the energy ecosystem, always putting customers at the centre of what we do. We evolve to meet new demands and drive progress.

Thriving in an environment where we never stand still.

The power of our people

The power of our people drives progress for everyone. We’re motivated to make a difference, ambitious and determined with a shared sense of purpose. We are passionate about contributing to energy sector transformation, equipped with the resources, expertise, and mindset to thrive in our roles. Change may present challenges, and that’s where we excel. We offer opportunities to gain valuable exposure through the complexity of our programmes and stakeholder network. Everyone can, everyone counts.

We embrace change, challenge, and every opportunity.

The experience our people get in return

In a word? Opportunity. At Smart DCC, every day brings a chance to make a difference. A career here means access to development and exposure. Work alongside industry leaders, tackle complex projects, and drive transformational change. At Smart DCC, you’ll be empowered, respected, and appreciated for your contributions. While our mission is ambitious, we also prioritise balance –offering flexibility and support to help you thrive both personally and professionally.

Ready to make an impact, grow, and be part of something bigger?

Listening and acting

We listen to our people through surveys, steering groups and everyday conversations—and we act on what we hear.

93 % of colleagues feel they can take time out when they need to (YourVoice Survey, Feb 2025)

91 % of colleagues say their manager genuinely cares about wellbeing (YourVoice Survey, Feb 2025)

73 % of our colleague say their workload is reasonable for their role (YourVoice Survey, Feb 2025)

What it’s like at the DCC

We trust you to do your best work.

People Stories

DCC's Mission

Together, we’re building something bigger

When you join us, you’ll become part of a community of smart people. Our work is fast paced and always evolving. So, if you’re ambitious, tenacious and curious, you’ll find the opportunity, support and freedom to grow your career in a team that’s helping to digitise Britain’s energy network and power a smarter, cleaner, fairer future.

Rewards & Benefits

Get perks that work

Personal Development

Our training and development opportunities help you be your best self – from regular 1-2-1s all the way up to professional qualifications.

Group income protection

Provides a continuous income if you're unable to work due to illness or injury for more than 26 weeks.

Pension Plans

Our Capita Choice partners will match the salary contributions you make to your pension up to 5%, depending on your plan and time with us.

Flexible Holidays

Need more time off? Increase your standard 25 days of leave by buying extra to rest, spend time with family or satisfy your wanderlust.

Cycle to Work Scheme

We’re big on keeping things green. If you want to cycle to work, we'll loan you the gear through salary sacrifice to make it tax-efficient.

Flexible working

As we all transition to a new normal, we can help you find the hybrid working pattern that suits you and your team best. 

Additional Benefits

As well as your core package, you can also enjoy a range of other benefits during your time with us.

Travel season ticket loan

Save some cash by paying your travel costs up front with a season ticket loan you repay out of your salary each month.

Bonus

We reward everyone with an annual bonus based on their role, team and individual performance.

Medical cash plans

Buy tax-efficient private health cover that gives you cash back for medical, optical and dental expenses – starting from £6.50 a month.

Life cover

Create peace of mind with additional life or critical illness cover that pays out a lump sum when you and your family need it most.

Charity days

We encourage you to spend a day each year volunteering for a cause you're passionate about.

Childcare vouchers

Buy vouchers from your pre-tax salary to save money on childcare costs.

Health screening

Proactively manage your health with a consultation and tests through Screenetics.

RAC discount

Save as much as £99.25 with 50% off personal RAC breakdown cover, starting at £29 a year for roadside cover.

Vision Express discounts

Get discounts on eye care for both you and your family through Vision Select.

Mobile phone discounts

Enjoy discounts for you and up to five friends or family members with O2.

Discounted gym membership

Workouts work out cheaper with our special rates at Incorpore's 2,000 gyms including Fitness First, David Lloyd and Virgin Active. 

Retail and leisure discounts

Access a range of other discounts on the fun stuff.