Head of Growth Delivery

Eonnext; Nottingham; Hybrid; GBP 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

26 days annual leave

Generous pension

Life cover

Bonus opportunities

Flexible benefits with tax/NI savings

Job summary

E.ON Next in the UK is seeking a Head of Growth Delivery to drive and deliver the strategic growth agenda, aligning across E.ON Next, E.ON UK and the wider Group to translate strategy into measurable, high-impact outcomes.

Based in Nottingham or London with travel between sites, you will lead cross-functional initiatives, shape growth opportunities, and provide governance and strategic recommendations to senior leadership.

Qualifications

• Significant experience in strategy development and execution within a complex organisation.
• Proven ability to lead cross-functional strategic initiatives from concept through to scale.
• Strong understanding of portfolio management and business case development.

Responsibilities

• Identify growth priorities and translate strategy into measurable initiatives.
• Coordinate delivery across E.ON Next, E.ON UK and Group priorities, ensuring no duplication.
• Lead pilots and testing of new growth propositions and scale successful initiatives.

Skills

Strategy development

Cross-functional leadership

Execution mindset

Stakeholder management

Commercial acumen

Job description

The Head of Growth Delivery drives and delivers E.ON Next’s strategic growth agenda and ensures alignment across E.ON Next, E.ON UK, and the wider Group. Sitting at the centre of the business, this role combines strategic insight with delivery focus - driving innovation, shaping future growth opportunities, and translating strategy into measurable, high-impact outcomes.Grounded in a deep understanding of E.ON Next’s strategy, capabilities, strengths, and constraints, the role identifies the growth required to deliver our ambition, coordinates activity across the organisation, and drives growth initiatives.Here’s a taste of what you’ll be doingIdentify growth prioritiesBuild a clear view of the growth required to deliver E.ON Next’s strategy, including capability assessment, risks, and opportunities.Ensure effective prioritisation of growth topics, working closely with the Chief of Staff and change teams.Surface and frame trade-offs between short-term objectives and medium/long-term strategic growth, informed by a strong understanding of E.ON Next’s financial and commercial position.Lead discussions at Executive and Board level to drive informed decision-making on these trade-offs.Coordinate deliveryLead the coordination and execution of E.ON Next’s strategic growth agenda, steering the growth portfolio in line with E.ON Next, E.ON UK, and Group priorities.Ensure growth initiatives are aligned and coordinated across teams, avoiding duplication and driving focus on the most impactful opportunities.Represent E.ON Next in UK and Group growth and strategy forums, including leading the interface with E.ON Group and preparing updates for E.ON SE Board members.Drive execution and scaleIdentify, assess, and shape new growth opportunities, influencing UK and Group innovation roadmaps and investment decisions.Lead expert teams delivering pilots and testing new and innovative growth propositions.Oversee the early scaling of successful initiatives and lead their transition into the wider E.ON Next business to achieve sustainable, operational scale.Provide clear governance, performance insight, and strategic recommendations to senior leadership, including UK Board and CXO-level forums.Are we the perfect match?You'll have:Significant experience in strategy development, strategy execution, strategic growth or corporate development within a complex organisation.Proven capability in leading cross-functional strategic initiatives and taking projects from concept through to scale.Strong understanding of portfolio management, and business case development.Excellent stakeholder management skills, with the ability to influence at senior leadership levels.Strong strategic thinking with an execution-oriented mindset.Excellent communication and presentation skills, particularly in preparing materials for executive and group leadershipStrong commercial understanding of how the business operates, enabling effective trade-offs between short-, medium-, and long-term objectives.Here’s what else you need to know:Role may close earlier due to high applications.12 Month Fixed Term ContractCompetitive salaryLocation – Nottingham or London - with travel between sites when required.Excellent parental leave allowance.Award-Winning Workplace - We’re proud to be named a Sunday Times Best Place to Work 2025 and the Best Place to Work for 16–34-year-oldsOutstanding Benefits - Enjoy 26 days of annual leave plus bank holidays, a generous pension, life cover, bonus opportunities and access to 20 flexible benefits with tax/NI savingsFlexible & Family-Friendly - Our industry-leading hybrid and family-friendly policies earned us double recognition at the Personnel Today Awards 2024 . We’re open to discussing how flexibility can work for youInclusive & Diverse - We’re the only energy company in the Inclusive Top 50 UK Employers . We’re also proud winners of Best Employer for Women and Human Company of the Year —recognising our inclusive, people-first cultureSupport at Every Stage of Life - We’re Fertility Friendly and Menopause Friendly accredited, with inclusive support for everyoneAccessible & Supportive - Do you consider yourself as having a disability? As a Disability Confident Employer, we guarantee interviews for disabled applicants who meet the minimum criteria for the role and will make any adjustments needed during the processInvested in Your Growth - From inclusive talent networks to top-tier development programmes, we’ll support your growth every step of the wayFor all successful candidates. Due to the nature of this role your employment will be subject to a basic DBS (Disclosure Barring Service) check being carried out by ourselves via a 3rd party service provider