Power Operations Manager

SmartestEnergy; City Of London; On-site; GBP 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

SmartestEnergy UK seeks a Power Operations Manager to own the operational processes underpinning market participation across the UK and Europe, from asset onboarding to settlements for batteries, renewables, and interconnectors.

You will work with internal teams and external stakeholders (NESO, Elexon) to ensure accurate data flows, resolve discrepancies, and drive continuous improvement of the operating model.

Qualifications

• Experience in energy trading operations and understanding of the full trade lifecycle.
• Exposure to Balancing Mechanism units (BMUs), asset operations, or related market processes.
• Experience in trade support, reconciliation, or operational process management.
• Experience working across a range of internal and external stakeholders (e.g. NESO, Elexon).
• Familiarity with settlement processes and reconciliation frameworks.

Responsibilities

• Own the operating model underpinning market participation for assets across the UK/Europe.
• Oversee asset onboarding, BMU lifecycle management, nominations, settlement, billing and readiness.
• Drive continuous improvement, strengthen controls and standardise processes to enable growth and new asset integration.
• Coordinate with internal teams and external stakeholders to ensure accurate data flows and timely issue resolution.
• Support cross-functional delivery of market opportunities and compliance with industry processes.

Skills

Energy trading operations

BMU familiarity

Trade support

Reconciliation

Stakeholder management

Settlement processes

Job description

The Power Operations Manager will play a key role in supporting the growth and operational delivery of SmartestEnergy’s expanding portfolio of power assets and market activities across the UK and Europe. Taking ownership of the operational processes underpinning market participation, the role will establish and maintain a robust, scalable and controlled operating model across asset onboarding, BMU lifecycle management, nominations, settlement, billing and operational readiness for batteries, renewables, interconnectors and flexibility products.

Working closely with internal teams, asset owners and key industry stakeholders, including NESO and Elexon, the role will ensure accurate data flows, effective Balancing Mechanism operations and the timely resolution of operational and settlement discrepancies. It will also drive continuous improvement, strengthen operational controls and standardise processes to support business growth and the successful integration of new assets and market opportunities.

What skills/experience do I need to be successful?

• Experience in energy trading operations and understanding of the full trade lifecycle;

• Exposure to Balancing Mechanism units (BMUs), asset operations, or related market processes;

• Experience in trade support, reconciliation, or operational process management;

• Experience working across a range of internal and external stakeholders (e.g. NESO, Elexon);

• Familiarity with settlement processes and reconciliation frameworks.

What sets us apart?

• Global Impact: With offices in the UK, US, and Australia, and plans for further expansion, you'll be part of a dynamic, globally-minded team, with opportunities to explore new markets and make a difference on a global scale.

• Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion: We celebrate our diverse culture and value individuals irrespective of background, disability, religion, gender identity, sexuality, or ethnicity. Join a team where diversity is not just welcomed but celebrated as a key driver of growth and innovation.

What happens next?

Once we receive your application, it will be reviewed by a human – no bots here! The average process typically takes around 2-3 weeks, with 2 stages of video interviews using Teams. However, this can vary depending on the role. We may invite you for a face-to-face meeting or require only 1 video interview. If you have any questions or need support, our Recruitment Team is here to assist you.

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