Contract Manager Solar

THE ROLE

This is an exciting opportunity to join WiseEnergy's Commercial & ESG team to refine our renewable energy asset management services and systems.
We are seeking an experienced Senior Commercial Analyst / Assistant Commercial Manager to strengthen our UK team, build efficiencies and transform ways of working.
Each day will be different from managing SPV revenues, contracts and client interaction through to insurance renewals and claims management, alongside providing regulatory support and ESG delivery to assets in the UK.

KEY RESPONSABILITIES:

This will be an integral role in the WiseEnergy team, including:

• Management of energy sales (Power Purchase Agreements) with off-takers and UK government incentive schemes (e.g.
  ROC / FIT).
• Contract managemente.
  renewals, tendering, issuing notices, obligations, etc.
  related to individual solar farm companies (SPA, Lease, PPA, O&M, EPC, etc) and understanding of lender requirements associated with contracts.
• Supporting management of regulatory audits
• Monthly, quarterly and annual client reporting.
• Ensure compliance with environmental, social, governance (ESG) and community relations obligations and requirements.
• Management of land lease agreements and relationships with landlords.
• Development and population of relevant information on to the company's in-house asset management platform (AMP)
• Asset onboarding
• Ad hoc domestic travel in the UK, as required.

SKILLS & COMPETENCIES

To be successful in this role, you will demonstrate:

• Time management & prioritization skills - things can get a little hectic, so the ability to effectively manage yourself and your workload is critical.
• Excellent communication skills (in English or/and other European languages) - you must be able to organize your thoughts in a way that others find clear and compelling.
  You will be expected to together well-written, grammatically correct emails and other communications.
  When communicating verbally - whether over the phone, on video calls, in person or in meetings - you will need to be articulate, warm and engaging.
• Flexibility - being an effective team player means being flexible in your approach and open to getting involved with new things, even if they are not spelt out in your job description.
• Intellectual Curiosity - Technical Management is a broad and nuanced field, and we are looking for someone who is truly interested in our profession and has the intellectual curiosity to delve deep into topics and bring fresh ideas into the team.
• IT Literacy - you need to be comfortable with IT systems and working with data (you should have at least intermediate-level Excel).
• Delivery focus - it may sound obvious, but the ability to proactively churn through work at pace and deliver quality outputs really matters!
• Strong critical thinking and problem-solving skills.
• Passion for our mission 'to generate a more sustainable future by leading the transition to clean energy.
• Our values:
  be a leader, build trust, be responsible, be innovative and 'bring your alpha'.

EXPERIENCE & QUALIFICATIONS

• Educated to degree level (economics, social sciences, law are good backgrounds for the role).
• Minimum of 5 years experience in renewable energy space (preferably Solar)
• The right to work in the UK.

WHAT WE OFFER

• A busy role in a supportive team, with plenty of opportunities to learn.
• International exposure - we operate in over 8 countries.
• Hybrid working - we will need you in the London office at least twice a week, but you will normally be able to work remotely for the remainder of the week.
• 30 days of vacation.
• Healthcare for you and qualifying dependents.
• Annual discretionary bonus.

HOW TO APPLY

If you are interested in this opportunity, please follow the link to apply or send your application to ***.
If you have been shortlisted for the next stage, we will be in contact within 14 days.

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