Role OVO-ViewLocation: Hub based! Bristol (Preferred) or LondonBut you have the flexibility to work wherever suits you bestTeam: Renewable EnergySalary banding: £39,160 – £47,380Experience: Mid-levelWorking pattern: Full-TimeReporting to: Amy Hill – Senior Renewable Energy AnalystSponsorship: Unfortunately we are unable to offer sponsorship for this role.This role in 3 words: Data; Analytics; InsightTop 3 qualities for this role: Inquisitive; Focused; DrivenIn the words of the team, you should leave your current role for this one because….You’ll be at the forefront of the UK’s renewable energy transition, making a real difference for our customers and our planet! Working with a team of energy experts – this is a great opportunity to use your expertise to deliver real commercial and climate value, in an exciting and expanding team at OVO.Where you’ll work:At OVO, we understand that a one size fits all approach doesn’t work for everyone. That’s why we created the OVO Way of Flexibility.All our roles are hub based (Bristol, Glasgow or London), providing a dedicated space for collaboration, connection and teamwork. You’ll also have the flexibility to work from home.Everyone belongs at OVOAt OVO, we are on a mission to solve one of humanity’s biggest challenges, the climate crisis. And we know it takes all of us to change the world. That’s why we need diverse people from all abilities, gender identities, ethnicities, ages, sexual orientations, life experiences and backgrounds to join us.Teamworking for the planetEverything we do here spins around Plan Zero. So, naturally, the team you’ll be joining plays a gigantic role in making that happen. Here’s how:Working within OVO’s Energy function, this role sits within the Renewable Energy Team. We’re a team at the forefront of the energy transition, leading the charge to bring more renewable energy to our customers. This role sits within a team of experts on renewable energy – who are leading OVO’s work providing first class power purchase agreements to renewable generators all over the UK.This role in a nutshell:You’ll work with our Renewable Energy Ops and Analytics team to deliver innovative approaches to risk management for our portfolio of renewable generators. You’ll lead on analysing out turn performance and proposing and implementing mechanisms to improve commercial performance and reduce risk within our Power Purchase Agreement (PPA) business unit. You will be led by the data – whilst thinking creatively to solve challenging problems.Your key outcomes will be:
- Developing and operating accurate and timely reporting on PPA business unit performance
- Providing insight and analysis into performance data to drive meaningful business decision making
- Performing analysis of the risks and costs associated with renewable energy procurement to drive improvements in valuation and risk management performance
- Performing regular analysis of renewable energy data to support the accurate pricing and forecasting of PPA contracts
- Working with the wider Energy Portfolio Management function to define and implement cost effective risk management approaches to deliver PPA profitability and reduce risk
- Providing commercial and analytical support to the wider Renewable Energy team as required
You’ll be a successful Renewable Energy Analyst at OVO if you…
- Have experience as an analyst in a commercial or risk management environment (ideally in energy or a related field)
- Have analytical and numerical capabilities, demonstrated either through a degree in a numerical or science based subject or equivalent work experience
- Have the ability to cut through the noise and provide actionable insight and pragmatic solutions based on a variety of data and information
- Ideally have experience using BigQuery, Python or equivalent languages to build robust analysis and reporting, or have a strong desire to learn
- Are confident managing and manipulating large datasets with a high level of accuracy and attention to detail
- Are willing to take the initiative in addressing complex challenges. You should thrive off direct responsibility
- Are flexible and willing to contribute across a range of projects.
- Have a drive to learn and develop new skills in a fast paced environment
- Are a self-starter, comfortable working both autonomously and with colleagues to deliver value in a small, high-functioning team.
Let’s talk about what’s in it for youWe’ll pay you between £39,160 – £47,380 , depending on your specific skills and experience. If your expectations are a little different, have a chat with us!We keep our pay ranges broad on purpose to give us, and you, flexibility to match your experience to our zero carbon mission.You’ll be eligible for an on-target bonus of 15%. We have one OVO bonus plan that focuses on the collective performance of our people to deliver our Plan Zero goal.We also offer plenty of green benefits and progressive policies to help you feel like you belong at OVO…and there’s flex pay. It’s an extra 9% of your salary on top of your core pay to use as you like. You can take it as cash, add to your pension, or choose to spend it on a huge range of flex benefits.Here’s a taster of what’s on offer:For starters, you’ll get 34 days of holiday (including bank holidays).For your health With benefits like a healthcare cash plan or private medical insurance depending on your career level, critical illness cover, life assurance, health assessments, and more
For your wellbeing With gym membership, gadget, travel and cyber insurance, workplace ISA, will writing services, DNA testing, dental insurance, and more For your lifestyle With extra holiday buying, discount dining, culture cards, tech loans, and supporting your favourite charities with give-as-you-earn donationsFor your home Get up to £300 off any OVO Energy plan (when you pay by Direct Debit), plus personal carbon offsetting and great discounts on smart thermostats and EV chargers
For your commute Nab a great deal on ultra-low emission car leasing , plus our cycle to work scheme and public transport season ticket loansWant to hear about our full range of flexible benefits and progressive people policies? Our People Team can tell you everything you need to know.For your BelongingTo find better ways to support our people, we need to listen to each other’s experiences and find ways to build a truly inclusive and diverse workplace. As part of this, we have 8 Belonging Networks at OVO. Led by our people, for our people – so when you join OVO, you can play a part – big or small – with any of the Networks. It’s up to you.Oh, and one last thing…We’d be thrilled if you tick off all our boxes yet we also believe it’s just as important we tick off all of yours. And if you think you have most of what we’re looking for but not every single thing, go ahead and hit apply . We’d still love to hear from you! If you have any additional requirements, there’s a space to let us know on the application form; we want to make the process as easy and comfortable for you as possible..
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