What will you be doing?
1. Desktop research into transition topics, such as smart tariffs, behind-the-meter new energy technologies, novel business models, and commercial strategy
2. Interviewing relevant companies and other stakeholders, to get at “hard to reach” insights
3. Producing reports, spreadsheets, databases, in line with client needs, including both quantitative and qualitative analysis
4. Developing your project management skill and / or leading projects
5. Building relationships with industry contacts on behalf of LCP Delta, developing client relationships and contributing to the development of the business
6. Becoming a thought leader, identifying trends and sharing insight on New Energy Strategies topics
What skills, experience and qualities are we looking for?
7. You should have a background in the retail energy sector, ideally with good knowledge of the European energy market. Germany, Italy and Spain are of special interest. It can have been gained in either a retail energy company, start-up, or policy environment
8. You will ideally have a relevant BSc, MSc, or MBA qualification or equivalent experience
9. You must be passionate about the transition, and keen to help accelerate it
10. Proficient writing skills, perhaps gained in the equity investment or even journalist sectors, are of particular interest
11. You should have a good grounding in general analysis and research, including effective interviewing skills
12. A commercial mindset would be helpful. Our clients are mainly companies, looking to capitalise on the opportunities thrown up by the transition; so, you should be keen to help them succeed
13. You should have an ability to distil your ideas into a clear vision, simplifying from a position of expertise and knowledge, to create compelling strategic ideas
14. Policy and regulatory matters are always important in the energy sector, so knowledge and insight here, along with a degree of pragmatism, would also be helpful
15. You should also be curious, open-minded, and excited to explore new topics that you have no prior knowledge of
16. You are expected to have excellent communication skills. An essential part of this role is to be able to communicate effectively both orally and in written communications
17. You should be able to present confidently and explain complex issues to others
18. Commercial acumen – the ability to think commercially about the needs of our clients
19. You should be highly proficient in Excel and PowerPoint and ideally have experience in using PowerBI
The research service provides data, qualitative analysis, and opinion to help subscribing companies make important decisions on where to focus and how to develop customer-centric propositions.
What’s in it for you?
Take a look at our page to see why our people love being here! As well as joining a multi-award winning, fun, collaborative, people first organisation where your personal and professional skills will be developed to make you the best you can be, we offer an attractive benefits package designed to promote your overall wellbeing so that you are able to perform to your full potential both in and out of work. Currently our core benefits package includes:
For you:
20. Hybrid working (varies by role and department)
21. professional study support (where applicable)
22. Access to our internal Wellbeing, LGBTQ+, Multicultural and Women’s networks
For your family:
23. Life assurance (6 x salary)
24. Income protection
25. Enhanced maternity/paternity/adoption and shared parental leave
For your health:
26. 26 days annual leave (pro-rata for part-time working) plus bank holidays (most of which can be taken flexibly!) with options to buy & sell holiday
27. Private medical insurance
28. Discounted gym memberships, critical illness and dental insurance through our flexible benefits
29. Eye care vouchers
30. Cycle to work scheme
31. Digital GP services
For your wealth:
32. Competitive pension scheme
33. Discretionary bonus scheme
34. High street discounts
35. Season ticket loans
For others:
36. Volunteering opportunities
For the environment:
37. Electric vehicle salary sacrifice scheme (qualifying period applies)