Associate Director - Digital Energy

Fruition Group; Leeds; On-site; GBP 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading consulting firm in the United Kingdom is seeking a skilled leader to manage digital energy advisory projects. This pivotal role requires deep expertise in energy systems and a solid background in consulting/technology. Candidates should demonstrate significant success in business development, capable of fostering high-level relationships to drive revenue growth. Active engagement in digital energy forums is essential, along with the ability to navigate complex digital landscapes and technologies.

Qualifications

• Extensive experience in data ecosystems and digital energy projects.
• Proven track record of project and transformation management in energy contexts.
• Strong leadership in team settings, particularly in digital energy initiatives.

Responsibilities

• Oversee projects from strategy and design to implementation.
• Generate new and recurring revenue through client relationships.
• Lead bids and manage project streams effectively.

Skills

Experience in consulting or technology sectors

Insight into digital, data, and technology advancements

Business development success in digital energy advisory

Ability to cultivate senior-level relationships

Engagement in global digital energy initiatives

Connections with digital energy technology providers

Job description

Our client are seeking an enthusiastic leader with robust technical and commercial acumen, gained through consulting, digital advisory roles, or equivalent, and a prominent industry profile.

The role involves deep expertise in energy systems, crafting digital advisory offerings, and overseeing projects end-to-end, from strategy and design to implementation and operational transition. This is a pivotal position blending technical oversight with business leadership in a high-impact domain.

As a key figure, you will build specialized capabilities, oversee bids, manage project streams, and serve both internal stakeholders and external partners. A core responsibility is generating new and recurring revenue through established networks and client relationships.

Experience leading digital energy initiatives in professional environments, including team leadership, is essential.

You will offer informed views on established digital tools (e.g., connectivity, data platforms, software, modeling) at varying adoption stages, alongside rapidly evolving advanced technologies.

Active participation in leading national and global digital energy forums is expected, with a commitment to tracking trends and sharing insights internally.

Essential Skills and Knowledge :

• Substantial experience in consulting or technology sectors, with expertise in data ecosystems, opportunities, and hurdles.
• Up-to-date insight into digital, data, and technology advancements, paired with project and transformation management in energy contexts.
• Proven success in business development, securing and delivering premium digital energy advisory engagements.
• Ability to cultivate trusted, senior-level relationships, especially with Chief Data / Digital Officers.
• Engagement in prominent digital energy initiatives worldwide.
• Established connections with digital energy technology providers.