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Commercial Analysis Manager, Developing Businesses

 
 
Vacancy Number:  24983
Business
Job Type:  Full-time
 

ESB is a purpose led company striving to create a brighter future for the customers and communities we serve, leading the transition to reliable, affordable, low-carbon energy.  Today, we operate one of the most progressive electricity systems in the world, with activities spanning electricity generation, transmission, distribution and supply in Ireland, Northern Ireland and Great Britain, and an international energy consulting business.

With almost 8,000 employees we invested €1bn in infrastructure last year, contributed over €2bn to the economies we operate in and distributed over €2m across a range of community initiatives. This requires us to bring the best of our capabilities together to deliver innovative and value-driven solutions that enable our customers to live low-carbon lives. ESB strives to foster an effective and inclusive culture where people engage, challenge and feel connected to our purpose, colleagues, customers and community.

 

 

Position Description

 

This is an exciting and challenging opportunity to work in a dynamic, commercial and customer focussed team.  The Developing Businesses Commercial Team supports the delivery of the ESB Net Zero by 2040 Strategy by working closely with a portfolio of innovative developing businesses in ESB Customer Solutions (e-Cars, Smart Energy Services, Superhomes and SO Energy) across Ireland and the UK.  The commercial team supports these developing businesses in areas such as investment appraisal, business case development, contracting strategies and contract negotiations.

 

The Commercial Analysis Manager, works within the Commercial Team and is responsible for managing and developing a team of commercial / financial analysts, specialising in financial modelling and business case development for a variety of business opportunities and the evaluation of business scenarios.  The successful candidate will advise on and influence decision-making, and review, challenge and make recommendations in respect of commercial and strategic opportunities.

 

 

Key Responsibilities

 

The key responsibilities related to this role include:

 

  • Leading a team of commercial financial analysts, providing support and guidance to the team, and the development of team members.
  • Development and delivery of robust financial models, including financial sensitivity analysis to identify key financial risks and appropriate mitigants.
  • Assessment, challenge and enhancement of business cases and investment decision making processes.
  • Providing financial / commercial support for contract negotiations and commercial projects.
  • Performance of financial due diligence on potential acquisitions or review of externally performed due diligence as appropriate.
  • Management of external financial advisors including tax, accounting and risk management.

 

 

Experience & Qualifications

 

Essential 

 

  • A commercial mindset with effective interpersonal, analytical and communication skills.
  • Ability to lead and manage a team of high performing professionals.
  • Strong financial modelling capabilities.
  • Strong stakeholder management skills with internal and external stakeholders, including senior and business line managers.
  • Ability to leverage relationships to influence solutions.
  • Demonstrated experience in management of a demanding workload, including appropriate prioritisation of short-term and long-term deliverables.
  • A third level or professional qualification, and at least ten years relevant post qualification work experience, are essential.

 

Desirable 

 

  • An understanding of Irish and British energy markets would be beneficial.

 

 

Location

 

This role will be based at ES Customer Solutions, Swift Square, Northwood, Santry in line with ESB's Smart Working arrangements.

 

ESB is committed to smart working – combining digital tools with a culture of trust and empowerment to enable flexible ways of working. The successful candidate may work flexibly within their jurisdiction with attendance at the workplace for in-person collaboration on at least one anchor day per week. All smart working arrangements are subject to manager approval and ongoing review, based on the operational requirements of the role, the team, and the individual. 

 

 

Reporting to

 

This position reports to the Commercial Manager, Developing Businesses, ESB Customer Solutions

 

 

Why Work with Us? 

 

  • Opportunity to lead Ireland’s transition to net zero carbon future 
  • Progressive, hybrid working model 
  • Career development through mentoring and training  
  • Corporate Social Responsibility Opportunities 
  • Sports and Social Clubs 
  • Networking opportunities 
  • Credit Union 
  • Generous Pension 
  • Access to staff well-being programmes 
  • Generous parental leave entitlements 
  • Strong values-based and inclusive culture  
  • Strong commitment to diversity, equity and inclusion  
  • Great team environment working to our Core Values: Courageous, Caring, Driven and Trusted 

  

 

Salary 

 

€80,000 - €94,000 depending on experience

 


Closing Date 

 

30th April 2024

 

 

 

 

Note: Applicants who anticipate requiring assistance or reasonable accommodations for any part of the application or interview process may contact, in confidence, recruitment@esb.ie 

 

If you have any queries in relation to this job, please contact recruitment@esb.ie  

 

Your application will be held in reserve for 6 months should you be suitable for the role. 

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