Contract Operations Analyst

Energy Vault; London; Hybrid; GBP 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading renewable energy company in London is seeking an operations specialist to manage commercial contracts in the UK energy market. The role involves end-to-end contract management, invoicing, and collaboration with internal teams in multiple locations. Ideal candidates will hold a relevant degree and have experience in the energy sector. The position offers opportunities for personal and professional development in a dynamic environment, with hybrid working options.

Benefits

Professional development opportunities

Competitive salary and benefits

Hybrid working model

Qualifications

• Initial experience in an operations-focused role within the energy sector.
• Exposure to the UK energy market; willingness to develop solid understanding of PPA and Retail market.
• Basic knowledge of contract management, market communication, or settlement processes is beneficial.

Responsibilities

• Support daily business operations including contract management and settlement.
• Engage in projects with internal customers across multiple locations.
• Create and maintain documentation for business processes to ensure transparency.

Skills

Operations-focused role in the energy sector

Excellent communication skills

Analytical mindset

Detail-oriented

Education

Bachelor's degree in business, finance, accounting, or related field

Tools

SQL

Python or other scripting languages

Job description

Company Description

Statkraft is Europe's largest generator of renewable energy from hydro, wind and solar power. We have around 7,000 employees in more than 20 countries. We have been making clean energy possible for over 130 years, with unrivalled expertise in supplying the world with what it needs most. We envision a world that runs entirely on renewable energy.

Because in the fight against climate change, we do not see renewable energy as part of the solution – we believe it must be the solution.

Statkraft is looking for a candidate to join a professional team responsible for managing and operating commercial contracts related to our market access portfolio in the UK. In a dynamic business environment, the Contract Operations team is the bridge between the origination/business development teams and the support functions and takes responsibility for the quality of data, transactional validation, billing, market compliance, financial reporting and related services.

Reporting to the Contract Operations UK PPA & Retail Manager, this role requires someone who can understand, implement and develop the contractual complexities of Power Purchase Agreements (PPAs), Corporate PPAs and wholesale energy contracts, be energy market experienced, be technically adaptable and have knowledge of financial systems and processes.

The role carries a great deal of autonomy and accountability and is suited to someone with UK electricity market experience and who is inquisitive, progressive and methodical: the successful candidate will have initiative, be prepared to build customer and stakeholder relationships and develop the processes upon which the team depends.

Job Description

• Key resource supporting daily business operations (end to end contract management, contract settlement, invoicing, providing input for PnL reporting among other tasks.)
• Engage in projects in close cooperation with our key internal customers in the UK, Amsterdam, Oslo and Dusseldorf (Commercial, Technical and Finance teams)
• Establishing reliable interfaces by working in close cooperation with internal and external customers
• Contribute to our continuous improvement principle, identifying potential synergies between new and existing business and prepare our processes for future growth
• Create and maintain detailed documentation for business processes, ensuring transparency and continuity.+ Assure high quality billing – create, verify and manage settlement of commercial and industry stakeholders
• Track cash allocations and debt positions
• Perform month-end closing tasks

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent qualification in business, finance, accounting, or a related field
• Initial experience in an operations-focused role within the energy sector
• Exposure to the UK energy market; willingness to develop a solid understanding of PPA and Retail market
• Basic knowledge of contract management, market communication, or settlement processes is beneficial
• Familiarity with SQL for basic reporting and data analysis; interest in learning Python or other scripting languages
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills in English
• Strong analytical mindset with a proactive approach to problem-solving
• Enthusiastic about working with diverse stakeholders and building collaborative relationships
• Detail-oriented with a commitment to accuracy and quality
• Self-motivated and capable of working independently, while being a strong team player

Additional Information

A career with Statkraft is a career filled with purpose – meaning that every employee is not just making a living, they are making a real difference to the planet, our communities, and the future. With us, you’ll shape a career that is truly forward-facing with many amazing opportunities and offerings to match. This includes:

• An opportunity to work with renewable energy and contribute to a low emission society
• Professional and personal development in an exciting global company
• A working environment characterised by competence, responsibility, innovation and a strong commercial culture
• A diverse workplace with regards to gender, age and cultural background
• Competitive terms of employment and benefit schemes
• Career and learning opportunities at various levels of the organisation
• The chance to grow your career alongside a truly global network of experts, leaders, specialists and graduates from different countries and background
• Hybrid working
• Statkraft manages critical infrastructure and services in several countries. The applicant must be eligible for security clearance and authorisation.

Statkraft's vision is to renew the way the world is powered. To navigate the complex journey ahead, we need every voice at the table. We therefore work actively to be a diverse and inclusive workplace and welcome all applicants regardless of background, gender, age, sexual orientation, religious belief, ethnicity, nationality or disability.