Forecasting Team Lead

CFP Energy (UK) Ltd; Greater London; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading energy provider in the UK is seeking a Forecasting Team Lead to drive strategic development and delivery of forecasting capabilities. You will lead a team of analysts, enhancing forecasting models for Power and Gas portfolios. The ideal candidate has over 3 years of experience in energy forecasting and proven leadership skills, along with advanced proficiency in Python and SQL. This role offers a collaborative environment and a commitment to diversity.

Benefits

25 days annual leave

Discretionary bonus scheme

Company pension scheme

Life and medical insurance

Eyecare scheme

Employee Assistance Program

Cycle to work scheme

Family-friendly policies

Recruit and Reward scheme

Access to employee benefits platform

Qualifications

• 3+ years' experience in energy sector forecasting.
• Experience mentoring and managing analytical teams.
• Extensive experience developing time series forecasting models.

Responsibilities

• Lead and develop a team of forecasting analysts.
• Oversee the production of accurate demand forecasts for Power and Gas.
• Drive the development of forecasting tools and enhancements.

Skills

Attention to detail

Analytical accuracy

Leadership

Communication skills

Education

Degree in a relevant quantitative field (e.g. STEM, Economics, Data Science)

Tools

Python

SQL

Job description

About us

At Brook Green Supply (BGS), we're not just an independent B2B energy supplier; we're pioneers in delivering comprehensive energy solutions tailored to industrial and commercial consumers.

With our unwavering commitment to sustainability, we're leading the charge towards a Net-Zero future. Our team, comprising of diverse expertise from both within and outside the energy sector, is dedicated to crafting bespoke supply solutions that surpass industry standards.

We're not just meeting today's energy needs; we're building an innovative platform to tackle tomorrow's challenges head-on, redefining what it means to be a forward-thinking energy provider.

The Role

As the Forecasting Team Lead within the Trading Desk, you will drive the strategic development and delivery of our forecasting capabilities, empowering traders with actionable insights that optimise and inform trading activities.

You will also be expected to champion Forecasting to the wider business, supporting areas such as commercial and finance teams to ensure that they have the forecasting support they need. You’ll lead a team of analysts in enhancing our forecasting models and systems across Power and Gas, ensuring the highest levels of accuracy, efficiency, and innovation.

In this pivotal leadership role, you’ll oversee the forecasting of demand for our expanding Power and Gas supply portfolios, with additional opportunities to develop renewable generation forecasts for our growing PPA book and wholesale market forecasts to support trading and risk management decisions.

Responsibilities

Leadership & Strategy

You will lead, mentor, and develop a team of forecasting analysts, fostering a culture of technical excellence, innovation, and collaboration As well as this you will define and implement the team’s forecasting roadmap, aligning with the broader trading and business strategy and coordinate forecasting activities across time horizons (intraday to long-term), ensuring consistency, accuracy, and clear communication to stakeholders.

Forecasting & Analysis

You will oversee the production of accurate and timely demand forecasts for Power and Gas portfolios, as well as renewable generation and wholesale market outlooks. We expect you to review and validate forecast outputs, providing quality assurance and identifying opportunities for improvement and translate complex data-driven insights into clear and actionable recommendations for traders & senior management.

Systems & Development

You will drive the development of new forecasting tools and enhancements to existing methodology. You’ll champion best practices in data modelling, version control, and automation. Finally, you will collaborate with Data and Trading teams to ensure seamless data flow and integration of forecasting systems.

About You

• 3+ years’ experience in energy sector forecasting, with strong attention to detail and analytical accuracy
• Strong leadership skills, with experience mentoring and managing analytical teams
• Degree in a relevant quantitative field (e.g. STEM, Economics, Data Science, or Business Analytics)
• Extensive experience developing and validating time series forecasting models across power and gas markets.
• Advanced proficiency in Python and SQL, with hands‑on experience building forecasting tools and automated data workflows.
• Excellent communication skills, able to clearly present complex forecasting insights to technical and non‑technical audiences.

Benefits

• 25 days annual leave in addition to Bank holidays.
• Discretionary commission/bonus scheme.
• Company pension scheme.
• Life and medical insurance, and eyecare scheme.
• Employee Assistance Program.
• Cycle to work scheme.
• Family‑friendly policies.
• Recruit and Reward scheme.
• Access to perk box, our employee benefits and rewards platform.

A note from us

Even if you don’t tick every box, we would still love to hear from you. If you are detail-oriented, analytical, and motivated to grow your career in the energy industry, we will give you the training and support to succeed.

Brook Green Supply is committed to ensuring equal opportunities, fairness, dignity, and respect for all employees and applicants. Diversity makes us stronger, and we welcome applicants from all backgrounds.