Energy Transition Manager

Cornerstone; Lurgan; Hybrid; GBP 44,000 - 56,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading energy firm in Northern Ireland is seeking an Energy Transition Manager to support strategic energy transition efforts and represent the company to key stakeholders. You will collaborate with network operators and engage in the development of decarbonisation policies. The role requires strong skills in negotiation, analysis, and knowledge of the Northern Ireland energy industry. This position offers a competitive salary and a hybrid working arrangement, emphasizing an inclusive environment for diverse backgrounds.

Benefits

Competitive pension scheme

Enhanced maternity/paternity pay

Life assurance

HolidayPlus

Cycle2work Scheme

Responsibilities

• Support development of strategic energy transition decisions.
• Collaborate with network operators on energy strategy projects.
• Contribute to development of decarbonisation policies.
• Define Evolve position in consultation with stakeholders.
• Lead responses to stakeholder energy transition requests.
• Stay informed about best practices and attend conferences.
• Engage with business areas to communicate changes.
• Present analysis and research on Energy Transition.

Skills

Knowledge of Northern Ireland energy industry

Experience in a regulated environment

Strong influencing and negotiating skills

Strong numeric literacy with analytical skills

Excellent organisation skills

Flexible approach to new challenges

Education

Strong academic record

Job description

Energy Transition Manager

Lurgan | £44.4k - £55.5k per annum (dependent on skills and qualifications)

Full Time | Hybrid working

Competitive pension scheme – Enhanced maternity/paternity pay – Life assurance – HolidayPlus – Cycle2work Scheme & more

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The objective of this role is to represent Evolve’s interests with key stakeholders including the Department for Economy, Utility Regulator, CCNI, other government departments, network operators and gas suppliers.

We deliver safety, warmth, and comfort to homes and businesses. Every role, whether in the office or on the front line, plays a key part in this mission. Here’s how you will contribute…

• Supporting the continued development of broader strategic energy transition decisions, establishing an Evolve position and communicating clearly internally and externally.
• Collaborating with other network operators on energy strategy funded projects and leading on energy strategy projects when appropriate.
• Contribute to the ongoing development of decarbonisation policies and procedures.
• Define an Evolve position in consultation with internal process stakeholders and communicating it where necessary to internal policy stakeholders.
• Lead on Evolve’s responses to key stakeholder energy transition requests e.g. Public consultations, Call for Evidence, Requests for Information.
• Stay informed about best practice for key energy strategy projects including attending conferences, reading industry publications, and collaborating with other professionals in the field.
• Engage with other areas of the business to communicate changes and input to strategic decision making.
• Present analysis and research relating to all areas of Energy Transition in Northern Ireland to the Evolve Senior Management

What you will need

• Knowledge of Northern Ireland energy industry
• Experience in a regulated environment
• A strong academic record
• Strong influencing and negotiating skills
• Strong numeric literacy with analytical skills
• Excellent organisation skills
• Flexible approach to new challenges

Not sure you meet every requirement?

Research shows some people – particularly women and those from underrepresented backgrounds – may hesitate to apply unless they meet every criteria. At Evolve, we value diverse backgrounds, experiences and perspectives.

If this role interests you but you’re not sure you tick every box, we’d still love to hear from you. You might be just who we’re looking for – now or in the future.

Why Evolve?

Evolve is a leader in pioneering research and development toward a net-zero energy system. Our cutting-edge technologies and innovative thinking are driving change in the gas industry, all while keeping people safe and warm.

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