IT Assurance & Commercial Portfolio Specialist

Cadent Gas Ltd; Coventry; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

A utility company in Coventry is seeking an IT Assurance and Commercial Portfolio Specialist to oversee budgeting and portfolio governance. This role requires strong financial analysis and commercial management experience, along with the ability to engage with various stakeholders to ensure alignment with strategic priorities. The position offers benefits such as an annual bonus, flexible working, and career development opportunities.

Benefits

Annual bonus

Pension Scheme double matched up to 18%

25 days holiday plus statutory days

Flexible working

Retail discounts and gym access

Qualifications

• Strong experience in financial analysis, commercial management, and portfolio oversight.
• Proficiency in financial modelling, budgeting, and reporting tools.
• Ability to interpret complex data and present actionable insights.

Responsibilities

• Manage budgeting, supplier engagement, and portfolio governance.
• Shape investment decisions and drive commercial value across IT.
• Ensure programmes and initiatives stay aligned to funding and benefits.

Skills

Financial analysis

Commercial management

Stakeholder management

Strategic thinking

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Finance, Business, Economics or related field

Master’s or ACA/ACCA/CIMA

Tools

Financial modelling tools

Budgeting software

Reporting tools

Job description

Cadent Gas Ltd
Drive financial clarity. Strengthen commercial strategy. Lead portfolio performance.

As our IT Assurance and Commercial Portfolio Specialist, you’ll play a critical role in managing the financial health and commercial performance of Cadent’s IT portfolio. You’ll oversee budgeting, supplier engagement, and portfolio governance, ensuring investments deliver value and align with strategic priorities.

This is a high-impact role that blends financial oversight, commercial strategy, and stakeholder engagement. You’ll work across teams to optimise resources, manage risk, and support sound decision‑making.

Why you will love this role

• Strategic Influence – Shape investment decisions and drive commercial value across IT.
• Financial Leadership – Manage budgets, forecasts, and reporting with precision.
• Portfolio Oversight – Ensure programmes and initiatives stay aligned to funding and benefits.
• Stakeholder Engagement – Partner with Finance, Commercial, and IT leaders to deliver results.
• Continuous Improvement – Refine governance processes and promote financial excellence.

What you will bring

• Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Business, Economics or related field (Master’s or ACA/ACCA/CIMA desirable).
• Strong experience in financial analysis, commercial management, and portfolio oversight.
• Proficiency in financial modelling, budgeting, and reporting tools.
• Excellent negotiation, communication, and stakeholder management skills.
• Ability to interpret complex data and present actionable insights.
• Proven ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast‑paced environment.
• Commercial and financial acumen, strategic thinking, and leadership capability.

At Cadent, we’re thrilled to be part of the future of UK energy! We have a clear roadmap to drive our performance to the forefront of our industry and support the UK government in achieving its net zero targets by 2050. We’re making a difference through innovation and new ways of working. Together, we’re shaping a cleaner, greener future for our 11 million customers, whom we put at the heart of everything we do.

What’s In It for You

• Annual bonus
• Pension Scheme double matched up to a total of 18% of salary
• 25 days holiday, plus statutory days, and an option to buy more
• An extra day off each year to celebrate life’s special moments
• Career development with funded learning options
• Flexible working and strong ED&I commitments
• Generous family policies and flexible benefits
• Retail discounts, gym access, and more

We support a healthy work‑life balance and are open to flexible working options.

Diversity and Inclusion

Don’t meet every requirement? No problem! If you’re excited about this opportunity but your experience doesn’t align perfectly with every qualification mentioned, we would still love for you to submit your application – you may just be the right person for this role or other opportunities at Cadent. We value diversity and are committed to being an equitable employer. Our employee communities – Women in Cadent, Pride at Work (LGBTQ+), Embrace (ethnicity and religion), Thrive! (disability), the Cadent Military Community, the Grief Awareness Community, and the Men’s Engagement Network (M.E.N) – can’t wait to welcome you!

What’s next?

To be considered for this role, please submit your application with an up‑to‑date CV and our Talent Acquisition team will get in touch soon. To learn more about Cadent, visit our website at Home - Cadent Gas Ltd Be part of something big. Help shape the future of gas for generations to come.