Business Consultant – Energy (remote) in London

• FULL REMOTE WORKING OR OFFICE BASED: Edinburgh, Harwell, London
• 9 DAY WORKING FORTNIGHT

The Energy Division at ARM is currently recruiting for an experienced Business Consultant with an existing Energy network, to join one of our clients who are a leading Research and Innovation business within the Public Sector.

Overview of the role:

Working within Clean Energy & Infrastructure team, the applicant must have demonstrable energy sector technical expertise. They should have a particular focus on grid systems at all scales, including smart and local systems. The applicant will have strong knowledge of the innovation landscape, and have established personal networks through which innovative approaches may be adopted. This should be clear in the application along with supporting evidence.

To work cross-sectorially in support of the business programme as well as supporting CE&I team activity in the infrastructure & construction sector.

To lead and deliver programmes of work to enable business transformation and implementation of new CE&I solutions. With industry experience, the post holder should be able to work effectively with senior government officials and industry leaders. You will be quick thinking, proactive and experienced in operating in a dynamic environment.

Main responsibilities:

• You will play an integral role in helping develop UK's energy innovation ecosystem.
• You will be an active participant in the business programme that helps challenge holders find solutions to real world problems and increase their productivity.
• Supporting the delivery of central initiatives such as the OFGEM Strategic Innovation Fund. You will have the responsibility of engaging with a range of stakeholders across the value chain and connect where appropriate to enable business transformation.
• Lead on workshops/programme delivery, with high levels of company seniority or complexity.
• Facilitate networking opportunities for industry to meet with peers and potential collaborators through the organisation of workshops, exhibitions, conferences and meetings.
• Meet with companies, research institutions and universities, in the UK, to understand their R&D needs and innovation capabilities (face to face or online).
• Provide specialist knowledge and expertise to cross- business programmes and projects.
• Develop and maintain a broad knowledge of government's policies to ensure the relevant context is maintained to support and drive effective activities.
• Be continuously aware of the latest research and information as well as gathering and analysing insights to inform future programmes of work.
• Draft correspondence, produce presentations and reports with technical context and proofread documents with a high attention to detail.
• Deliver key business metrics agreed with the line manager, and to track progress, capturing outcomes and impact.
• Undertake reporting obligations in line with business goals for impact measurement.

What do you need to succeed in this role?

• Must have an established network of Energy professionals, preferably in Grid Systems.
• Demonstrable experience of working in the energy industry, preferably in an innovation context.
• Exceptional stakeholder management skills with a proven ability in working effectively with a wide range of stakeholders.
• Able to produce accurately written documents in a variety of styles to a high standard.
• Demonstrable financial knowledge to provide effective management of project budgets.
• Experience in managing/leading projects/programmes.
• Experience of government policies and research and innovation strategies.
• Confident in working closely with diverse senior leaders or groups internally and externally, with an ability to persuade, influence and motivate people and teams at all levels.

Additional requirements:

• Must be willing to travel for events/face-to-face meetings (travel expenses covered)
• Must have the existing right to work in the UK (no sponsorship available, unfortunately)

Salary & Benefits:

• This role has a salary of £36,000 to £41,000 pa depending on experience
• 28 days annual leave + 10.5 bank/public holidays + 2.5 privilege days per year
• Enhanced Pension Plan
• Life Assurance
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Cycle to Work Scheme
• Wider Wallet employee benefits high street discounts scheme
• Opportunities for continuous professional development as part of our Talent & Development Program

For more information, please contact Jasmine White @ ARM Recruitment for more information on how to be considered - 02392 458 027.

Disclaimer:

This vacancy is being advertised by either Advanced Resource Managers Limited, Advanced Resource Managers IT Limited or Advanced Resource Managers Engineering Limited ("ARM"). ARM is a specialist talent acquisition and management consultancy. We provide technical contingency recruitment and a portfolio of more complex resource solutions. Our specialist recruitment divisions cover the entire technical arena, including some of the most economically and strategically important industries in the UK and the world today. We will never send your CV without your permission.