Commercial Manager / Utilities Contract Specialist

AWD online; Wokingham; On-site; GBP 52,000 - 58,000; Full time

Job summary

A well-established organisation based in Wokingham is seeking a Commercial Manager / Utilities Contract Specialist to oversee utility contracts and lead innovative energy initiatives. The ideal candidate will have a deep knowledge of utility markets and strong commercial acumen to shape the organisation's utilities strategy. This full-time role offers a competitive salary and generous benefits including 31 days of annual leave and a local government pension scheme.

Benefits

Generous annual leave entitlement of 31 days

Excellent local government pension scheme

Employee assistance programme

Local & lifestyle discounts

Use of a free onsite gym

Salary sacrifice car & cycle to work schemes

Qualifications

• Degree-level education or equivalent relevant professional qualifications.
• Excellent working knowledge of the political landscape and utility markets.
• Knowledge of commercial analysis techniques.

Responsibilities

• Manage utility contracts for electricity, gas, and water.
• Develop and implement commercial activities related to utilities.
• Contribute to renewable energy generation and carbon reduction projects.

Skills

Commercial analysis techniques including cost analysis

Knowledge of the political landscape and legislative frameworks

Excellent knowledge of utility markets

Education

Degree-level or equivalent relevant professional qualifications

Job description

Overview

Commercial Manager / Utilities Contract Specialist who has a good working knowledge of the structure, operation, and regulation of utility markets, including electricity, gas, and water sectors, is required for a well-established organisation based in Wokingham, Berkshire.

This is known as a Commercial Specialist within the organisation.

SALARY: £52,414 - £57,870 per annum + Benefits

LOCATION: Wokingham, Berkshire (RG40)

JOB TYPE: Full-Time, Permanent

WORKING HOURS: 37 Hours per Week

Job overview

We have a fantastic new job opportunity for a Commercial Manager / Utilities Contract Specialist who has a good working knowledge of the structure, operation, and regulation of utility markets, including electricity, gas, and water sectors.

Are you ready to take ownership of a brand-new role and make a real impact in the energy and utilities sector? They are looking for a confident and Commercial Manager / Utilities Contract Specialist to lead on innovative energy initiatives, build strong partnerships, and help shape the organisations commercial utilities strategy from the ground up.

This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced energy industry professional to bring commercial insight, stakeholder expertise, and passion for sustainable utilities to the public sector. As this is a newly created position, you’ll be instrumental in defining the scope, direction, and long-term impact of the role.

As the Commercial Manager / Utilities Contract Specialist you’ll work across the organisation and with external partners to drive forward key energy projects, identify commercial opportunities, and advise on best practice in utility management – all while representing the organisation with confidence and professionalism.

Duties

• Management of the utility contracts (electricity, gas and water)
• Developing and implementing commercial activities for the organisation’s utilities service, including managing the utilities contracts, commissioning commercial utility capital projects and investment opportunities, in partnership with procurement service and processes
• Developing and agreeing Commercial strategies aligned to the organisation’s strategic objectives
• With the Head of Commercial and Financial Support, manage the development and implementation of utilities business systems, processes and policies
• Contribute to the identification and implementation of a programme of renewable energy generation and carbon reduction projects on the organisation7s own property assets

Candidate requirements

• Degree-level, equivalent relevant professional qualifications or expertise
• Excellent working knowledge of the political landscape, legislative frameworks, and regional and national drivers of the utility markets and industry
• Knowledge of the structure, operation, and regulation of utility markets, including electricity, gas, and water sectors
• Knowledge of commercial analysis techniques including cost analysis, time motion analysis, trend analysis, future forecasting and other business analysis techniques

Benefits

• Generous annual leave entitlement of 31 days (rising to 36 days after 5 years continued local government service), plus Bank Holidays
• Excellent local government pension scheme
• Employee assistance programme including 24/7 wellbeing helpline
• A range of local & lifestyle discounts
• Use of a free onsite gym (located at Shute End office)
• Salary sacrifice car & cycle to work schemes

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