Future Power Markets Senior Lead Analyst

JR United Kingdom; Belfast; Hybrid; GBP 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading energy sector organisation is looking for a Future Power Markets Senior Lead Analyst in Belfast. This strategic leadership role involves guiding a team to develop and improve future electricity market analysis, focusing on innovative data models and stakeholder engagement.

Benefits

Competitive salary commensurate with experience

Eligibility for annual performance related payment

Private medical provision

Competitive pension with employer matching

Salary sacrifice schemes

Hybrid working arrangements

Flexible start and finish times

Complimentary car parking with charging points onsite

Qualifications

• Proficient in Python, R, and Excel for handling large datasets.
• Experience in leading analytical teams and managing complex data-driven projects.

Responsibilities

• Leading the development of advanced data models to forecast power market trends and prices.
• Producing high-quality analytical reports for internal and external stakeholders.
• Championing innovation in power market research and data analysis.

Skills

Data analysis

Data visualisation

Stakeholder engagement

Communication skills

Education

Third-level qualification in data science, economics, or power systems

Tools

Python

R

Excel

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Client:

MCS Group | Your Specialist Recruitment Consultancy

Location:

belfast, United Kingdom

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09.06.2025

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Job Description:

Future Power Markets Senior Lead Analyst | Hybrid in Belfast | Competitive Salary | Permanent

MCS Group is proud to partner with a leading energy sector organisation as they transform Northern Ireland's power system for future generations to recruit a Future Power Markets Senior Lead Analyst.

Why Join?

• Competitive salary commensurate with experience
• Eligibility for an annual performance related payment
• Private medical provision
• Competitive pension with employer matching arrangements,
• Salary sacrifice schemes (e.g. pension, cycle to work and electric vehicle leasing)
• Hybrid working arrangements (3 days office: 2 days working at home)
• Flexible start and finish times
• Competitive holidays
• Complimentary car parking with electric charging point on site

The Role - Future Power Markets Senior Lead Analyst

A strategic leadership role guiding a team of analysts to support the development of future electricity markets and the delivery of the Strategic Markets Programme. Key responsibilities include:

• Leading the development of advanced data models to forecast power market trends and prices.
• Overseeing data-driven research to inform key strategic decisions.
• Mentoring analysts in data processing, modelling, and visualisation.
• Producing high-quality analytical reports for internal and external stakeholders.
• Driving continuous improvement in market analysis methodologies.
• Presenting complex insights clearly to senior leadership.
• Championing innovation in power market research and data analysis.
• A relevant third-level qualification in data science, economics, or power systems, with a strong background in data analysis and modelling within the energy sector.
• Proficient in analytical tools such as Python, R, and Excel for handling large datasets.
• Proven experience in leading analytical teams and managing complex data-driven projects.
• Skilled in engaging with stakeholders to gather requirements and share insights.
• Excellent communication skills, with the ability to present technical information clearly to a range of audiences.
• Experience working with the Irish SEM, European power systems, or TSOs, with a good understanding of electricity market operations, including Transmission and Balancing Markets.

To speak in absolute confidence about this opportunity please contact Jess Ritchie, IT Recruitment Consultant at MCS Group 028 95685491 or click the apply button below.

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