Associate Director - Electricity Networks Digital Lead
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We are at the forefront of energy industry digitalisation, delivering projects like the Digital Spine Feasibility Study, Data Sharing Infrastructure, Virtual Energy System Programme, Flexibility Markets Unlocked, and Pathways to a Digitalised Energy System by 2035.
We are seeking an Associate Director to lead the development and implementation of digital solutions across the Electricity Networks market (transmission and distribution).
The Opportunity
We are looking for a passionate, technically, and commercially strong leader with experience as a consultant or in digital advisory practices, with a strong external presence. You will have a deep understanding of the electricity networks domain and will be responsible for shaping digital advisory service propositions and leading projects across the lifecycle from strategy, design, delivery, and handover into operation. This is a critical role for our business, providing both technical and business leadership in this fundamental area.
You will be a senior member of the digital energy team, leading this service offering, developing capabilities, managing bidding, workstreams, and commissions for clients or partners. A key part of your role will be to secure new and repeat work through internal contacts and external clients. This role reports to the Global Digital Energy Leader (Simon Evans) and sits within the national Digital Services Portfolio, a centre of excellence in Arup that combines digital, advisory, technology, analytics, and product expertise to add value for clients. You will work closely with Arup’s electricity networks business, our virtual digital energy community, and regional digital energy leaders.
Is this role right for you?
The successful candidate will have in-depth knowledge of the electricity networks market and a detailed understanding of digital energy opportunities within it. You will help clients address issues related to system operation, project development, and customer engagement. You will have experience leading digital energy projects and managing teams, with a strong perspective on traditional digital technologies (internet, data, software, digital models) and advanced technologies (IoT, sensors, AI/ML, digital twins, drones, etc.).
You should be active within industry-leading digital energy agendas nationally and internationally, staying current with trends and sharing insights within our organization.
Essential skills and knowledge:
* Extensive experience in consulting or technology industries with a deep understanding of data and digital opportunities and challenges.
* Recent experience and current knowledge of digital, data, and technology in energy projects and change management.
* Proven track record in business development, winning, and delivering high-quality digital electricity network advisory work.
* Ability to build and maintain senior relationships, especially with Chief Data/Digital Officers.
* Active involvement in digital energy agendas nationally and internationally.
* Established relationships with digital energy solution vendors.
What we offer you
At Arup, we care about your success and growth. We provide a competitive total reward package, including fair pay, benefits supporting health and wellbeing, learning opportunities, and impactful work.
As a member-owned company, we foster personal responsibility and shared success. Our profit share enables members to benefit from collective efforts. Benefits include private medical insurance, life assurance, income protection, and flexible benefits to support wellbeing.
Our commitment to diversity and inclusion
Arup is an equal opportunity employer, welcoming applications from all backgrounds. We promote a diverse, inclusive environment that values different perspectives and ideas, aligned with our values and the UN Sustainable Development Goals. Our internal networks support inclusion across race, ethnicity, gender, LGBTQ+, disability, and more.
We are committed to accessible recruitment and workplaces. Please contact Sarah Graham at sarah-x.Graham@arup.com for assistance or accommodations during the application process.
Our Application Process
Learn what to expect at https://www.arup.com/careers/recruitment-process/. We will never ask for your bank details during recruitment.
We work with trusted recruitment agencies on a preferred supplier list. We do not acknowledge unsolicited CVs from agencies not on the list.
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