Commercial Manager Job – Offshore Renewables - London
Commercial Management Job
Renewable Energy Job / Offshore Wind Job
Very high profile senior appointment to lead the strategic development commercial policies, processes and guidance, and drive the implementation to achieve rewarding commercial outcomes for a business’ activities related to offshore wind power and electricity transmission, whilst ensuring the business is cognisant of associated risks.
The Commercial Manager will lead, manage and develop the Commercial Team in performing commercial, programme control and planning functions for the renewable energy portfolio, working with External Relations, Policy & Planning, Energy and Technology, Legal and Finance and Project Control Teams.
The Commercial Manager will drive the realisation and optimisation of value from their wind development portfolio, including Round 3 direct investments, contributing as a key member of the programme management team and taking specific responsibility for the Project Economics and Financing strategic workstream, financial appraisals, risk appraisals and commercial negotiations.
The Commercial Manager will be a recognised power industry expert enabling broader and more in-depth understanding and engagement with the market. Transfer knowledge, challenge thinking and shape decision-making. Provide recognised in depth expertise relating to the power industry and to the development and investment in renewable energy, sharing and developing such expertise internally, and promoting the interests and standing of the organisation through regular external engagement at all levels.
Authorities:
Operate within the framework of authority agreed by the Director of Marine Estates
Negotiate on behalf of the organisation in relation to the offshore wind programme, which when targets are realised will add more than £1bn to the value of the organisation
Approve capital spend up to £50k on offshore wind programmes, within approved budgets
Represent the organisation in public and private forums on matters relating to offshore renewables

Candidate specification
Power industry professional with credibility and experience gained in energy utilities and/or renewable developers
High value contract negotiation in project development, asset operations and asset financing
Development and financing of renewable energy assets, in particular offshore wind
Experience of managing the commercial process including dealing with all necessary stakeholders.
Working in joint ventures and partnerships
Team development and management
Programme and financial management of projects involving high capital expenditure
Project controls, business planning, risk management
Degree-qualified and preferably with a post-graduate qualification. MBA, financial, accounting or project management qualification or accreditation.
Technical and engineering experience and qualifications relating to offshore wind an advantage
Strong influencing and leadership skills
A dynamic and enthusiastic, hands-on professional approach
Able to build relationships with internal and external contacts at all levels
An aptitude to work autonomously with minimal supervision
Embraces knowledge and learning
Attention to detail whilst maintaining sight of the wider business implications
A high moral code and level of integrity, capable of representing The organisation’s business principles in all aspects of day-to-day duties
To act in a confidential manner when dealing with The organisation activities whilst promoting and safeguarding the values of the organisation
Motivated by a strong interest in renewable energy development and ready to take the commercial lead on a unique and challenging programme
Well-developed interpersonal and team working skills, exemplary personal and professional standards reflecting role as an internal leader and manager
Please call Katie Baxter on <phone number removed> 3 for a confidential discussion.

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