Head of Energy Analytics & Portfolio Optimisation

SSE; Glasgow; Hybrid; GBP 81,000 - 121,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Private healthcare discounts

Gym memberships

Online GP services

Cycle to Work scheme

Family leave entitlements

Job summary

SSE Renewables is seeking a strategic, commercially minded leader to shape the future of Energy Analytics. You will influence major investment decisions, maximise asset performance and unlock value across a growing portfolio of renewable assets.

Join a global team and drive digital transformation, analytics excellence and robust forecasting to support SSE's net-zero ambitions. This role offers hybrid working options and a comprehensive benefits package.

Qualifications

• Significant leadership experience within Renewable energy, utilities, infrastructure or similar.
• Proven success leading multidisciplinary teams and delivering measurable business value.
• Strong commercial acumen with experience influencing investment decisions and portfolio optimisation.
• Understanding of energy markets, forecasting methodologies and analytics frameworks.
• Experience driving digital transformation and continuous improvement.

Responsibilities

• Lead and develop the Energy Analytics function, setting strategy and operating model.
• Oversee energy forecasting, resource assessment, performance analytics and portfolio optimisation.
• Support executive decision-making with independent challenge and strategic recommendations.
• Champion innovation and adoption of advanced analytics and emerging technologies.
• Build and develop a high-performing, inclusive team with a safety-focused culture.

Skills

Leadership

Renewables experience

Data-driven decision making

Portfolio optimisation

Energy markets knowledge

Job description

SSE Renewables is seeking a strategic, commercially minded leader to shape the future of Energy Analytics. You will influence major investment decisions, maximise asset performance and unlock value across a growing portfolio of renewable assets.

Join a global team and drive digital transformation, analytics excellence and robust forecasting to support SSE's net-zero ambitions. This role offers hybrid working options and a comprehensive benefits package.