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Commercial Specialist

 
Vacancy Number:  27351
Category:  Commercial
Job Type:  Full-time
 

Position Description

ESB Networks are seeking a highly motivated and experienced Technical Specialist to join the Regulation & Commercial Team. This strategic role focuses on managing large-demand customer connections to the Distribution System and will play a key part in shaping the future of ESB Networks and the energy industry.

The successful candidate will act as a central point of contact throughout the customer connection application process, liaising with both internal teams and external stakeholders to ensure timely and effective customer connections. The role includes attending customer meetings to provide updates, address technical and commercial queries, and develop strong working relationships.

A strong understanding of both electrical and civil infrastructure requirements for customer connections is essential, alongside the ability to evaluate and apply appropriate charging methodologies in line with regulatory frameworks. The role also includes the resolution of stakeholder issues, support for IT system development, and contribution to the enhancement of enduring commercial and regulatory processes.

 

Key Responsibilities 

  • Provide expert support in facilitating connection applications for new and existing large demand customers to the electricity distribution network
  • Act as a central point of contact for external stakeholders, including large demand customers, ensuring consistent updates and transparent communication throughout the connection process
  • Provide customers with detailed technical data on the civil and electrical infrastructure required for their connection, including analysis of customer-specific requirements
  • Collaborate with internal teams, including Network Development Planning and Delivery teams, to manage applications through all stages of the connection lifecycle
  • Analyse electrical infrastructure requirements and determine the components necessary to deliver customer connections
  • Calculate connection charges in accordance with established commercial policies and prepare and issue formal connection offers, securing appropriate internal approvals
  • Represent the Commercial Team in cross-functional projects and working groups, including SAP enhancements, online application development, charging policy updates, and regulatory changes

 

Experience and Qualifications

Essential

  • 3rd level qualification or equivalent work experience
  • Minimum of 5 years’ relevant experience in a technical or engineering role
  • Experience of the Irish electrical network and the infrastructure required to provide customer connections to the distribution system
  • Strong IT skills, including experience using systems such as MS SharePoint, Excel, and PowerPoint
  • Strong stakeholder management skills when dealing with both internal and external stakeholders
  • Knowledge and ability to influence decision-making in relation to connection offers, charging policies, and processes
  • Strong communication, presentation, interpersonal, and analytical skills
  • Proven ability to manage project work, work independently, and solve complex policy issues while contributing effectively within a team• 

 

Desirable

  • Engineering degree in Electrical or Mechanical Engineering
  • Strong commercial focus, including detailed understanding of the distribution system electrical network
  • Experience dealing with grid connection offers and modifications to connection agreements
  • Experience dealing directly with customers and stakeholders
  • Experience providing guidance and specialist support across a large organisation

 

Location

This position will be based in Leopardstown Road, Dublin 18.

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

Commercial Manager, ESB Networks.

 

Why Work with Us?

  • Opportunity to lead Ireland’s transition to net zero carbon future
  • 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

€59,000 - €70,000 per annum


Closing Date

20th of February,2026

 

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

 

Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Statement

ESB is committed to being an equal opportunities employer. We welcome applications from all sections of society and ensure that no one is discriminated against on the grounds of race, religion or belief, ethnicity or nationality, disability, age, citizenship, marital status, domestic or civil partnership status, sexual orientation or gender identity, or any other basis as protected by law. 

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

About ESB

Join us in our mission to achieve a net-zero electricity system by 2040. ESB is Ireland’s leading energy utility, with activities spanning electricity generation, transmission and distribution, energy supply, energy services and international consultancy. Operating in Ireland, Northern Ireland and Great Britain, we invest over €1 billion each year to deliver a new energy future based on reliable, affordable zero-carbon electricity.
 

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