Energy Networks Consultant

Energy Networks ConsultantAbout Baringa We set out to
build the world’s most trusted consulting firm – creating lasting
impact for clients and pioneering a positive, people-first way of
working. We work with everyone from FTSE 100 names to bright new
start-ups, in every sector.You’ll find us
collaborating shoulder-to-shoulder with our clients, from the big picture right
down to the detail: helping them define their strategy, deliver complex change,
spot the right commercial opportunities, manage risk or bring their purpose and
sustainability goals to life. Our clients love how we get to know what
makes their organisations tick – slotting seamlessly into their teams
and being proudly geeky about solving their challenges.As a Certified B
Corporation, we've proven that we've built social and environmental good into
every bit of what we do. We have hubs in Europe, the US, Asia
and Australia, and we work all around the world - from a wind farm in Wyoming
to a boardroom in Berlin. Find us wherever there's a challenge to be tackled
and an impact to be made.Our Retail, Networks & Water practice are looking for an experienced Energy Networks Expert to join
the teamWithin our Retail, Networks & Water
practice, our clients face the corporate world’s biggest challenges while
delivering society’s most crucial project – Net Zero. We help them shape their
decarbonisation strategy, improve and adapt existing capabilities, and bring
our expert knowledge to support large transformation projects to reach
society’s biggest goal.What you will be doingThis is an exciting
opportunity where you will work with a range of clients at the forefront of the
energy sector who regulate, invest in, own and operate, or interact with Energy
Networks in electricity and gas. You will be helping these clients play their
role in shaping, enabling and delivering UK’s Net Zero ambitions. You will work
alongside sector specialists, with a range of expertise relevant to operating
and transforming network utilities, as well as market and policy experts who
hold deep industry knowledge, which will enable you to broaden your own
skillset and expertise.Some examples of the
exciting projects you could be involved in include:Supporting UK Government, develop the shape of the future UK energy market and the roles of energy networks in enabling and delivering Net ZeroWorking with the regulator and energy networks to evolve the regulatory framework to accelerate delivery of net zeroWorking across industry [regulators, networks and connecting parties] to improve the connections process and introduce transformational reforms to address the current challengesSupporting UK Distribution Network businesses, develop their future business plans and develop their evolving role and functions as Distribution System Operators, defining the operating models, propositions and underlying tools and capabilities that enable DSO transitionDeveloping strategy, models and frameworks that enable networks and Local Authorities to deliver their decarbonisation ambitionsSupporting different global investors and asset developers to take forward major new offshore network infrastructure projects for offshore wind and interconnectors between different countries Supporting network businesses and other market actors drive innovation in new technologies which help meet UK Net Zero goals, such as use of hydrogenShaping the strategic digital roadmap, leading vendor selection and the design and delivery of leading network management and grid optimisation solutions including ANM, ADMS and DERMS for Transmission and Distribution companiesLeading operational excellence programmes within energy network businesses to realise market leading efficiency within field and capital programme functions and foster a culture of continuous improvementDesigning and leading delivery of major IT enabled transformation within energy network businesses, including cloud transformation and the implementation of best in breed utilities specific solutionsDefining and delivering digitalisation strategies and establishing new data, analytics and AI capabilities in both Transmission and Distribution networksDeveloping strategy, models and frameworks that enable networks and Local Authorities to deliver their decarbonisation ambitionsYour skills and experienceWe’re looking for talented,
enthusiastic experts who are experienced in the Energy Networks space! You may
have experience working within industry or consulting but most importantly have
a passion for delivering change and transformation whether that be with an
organisational, operational, digital or economic/policy lens. Our main focus
for these roles is across the UK & Ireland markets, but experience in
Australia, the US or Continental Europe would also be useful, as we look to
continue to grow our international presence.Specific areas of
experience that are of interest to us can include:Power/Gas network utilities market policy and regulation development and/or deployment experienceOperational Efficiency/Excellence Programmes across one or more of Network Operations, Customer, Connections, Asset Management, Field Force TransformationIT & Business Change Delivery – Programme Management, Client Side Advisory, Strategy & DesignGrid Modernisation including Flexibility, Smart Grids, Innovation and Smart MeteringKnowledge of current and future energy sector ambitions and challenges, in particular a passion around the Energy Transition and the desire to play an integral role in helping deliver Net ZeroExperience within regulated utilities ideally electricity/gas networks or system/market operatorsExperience within policy makers, regulators or other stakeholders active on energy network issuesFurther to this, we are
looking for individuals who hold the following skills:The ability to develop deep, trust-based relationships with clients and consulting colleagues as well as lead teams.You will have enthusiasm and desire to develop as part of a growing team!You will hold excellent communication skills and the ability to explain complex concepts to non-specialist audiencesAn ability to apply fundamentals to new situations, including quantitative and qualitative analysisWhat a career at Baringa can give you Putting People FirstWe give you every opportunity to progress by having four promotional reviews a year. No one develops at the same pace. That’s why we have quarterly rather than annual promotion reviews. We don’t have any quotas: if you’re ready and delivering at the right level, you’ll get that promotion.We’re proud to put people first with wellbeing at the forefront of our culture, one example of this is that every employee receives 300 a year to put towards their wellbeing! In 2022 this was recognised in our #1 ranking in the UK’s Great Place To Work 'Best Workplaces for Wellbeing'. All employees participate in the Baringa Group Profit Share Scheme so everyone has a stake in the company’s success.We recognise the importance of work-life balance and flexible working and have a 3-4-5 policy. You’ll likely travel to be on-site with your clients. Our policy guarantees you’ll spend no more than 3 nights away from home, 4 days on-site with a client, with the 5th day working from home or back at Baringa HQ. We know that the ‘ideal’ balance will vary from person to person and will change at different stages of our working lives and for that reason we have implemented a hybrid working policyOur world is important to us, so all our employees get 3 days every year to help the social and environmental causes and increase our impact on the communities that mean the most to usWe recognise everyone needs a well-deserved break - As such we have introduced the ‘Re-charge’ benefit meaning Baringa will offer all employees an additional 2 weeks of paid leave after 5 years continuous service.Diversity and InclusionAll
applications will receive consideration for employment without regard to race,
ethnicity, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation,
nationality, disability, age, faith or social background. We do not filter
applications by university background and encourage those who have taken
alternative educational and career paths to apply. We would like to actively
encourage applications from those who identify with less represented and
minority groups. We operate an inclusive recruitment process, ensuring
reasonable adjustments where needed. Please contact a member of our Recruitment
Team if you feel you want to discuss this with us one-on-one ahead of applying.An award-winning workplaceWe’re
excited that our clients and peers recognise Baringa’s distinctiveness, and the
impact of our work. Once again, in 2022, they’ve voted for us in the FT’s UK
annual leading management consultants ranking, and we’ve been awarded a gold
medal for our work in the Energy, Utilities and Environment sector, as well as
– for the first time – a second gold medal in oil and gas. And we’ve won a
further 15 medals, three more than last year. It’s fantastic to see two new
silver medals for sustainability, and operations and supply chain. To top it
off we won four new bronze medals for public and social sector; internet,
media and entertainment; IT strategy; and people and performance.In 2023,
Baringa has again been recognised as one of the leading UK management
consultants by the FT’s survey of clients and peers. We were recognized in
Chemicals & Pharmaceuticals; Data Analytics & Big Data; Energy,
Utilities & Environment; Financial Institutions & Services; Finance,
Risk & Compliance; IT-Strategy; IT, Technology & Telecommunications;
Oil & Gas; Operations & Supply Chain; People & Performance; Public
& Social Sector; Strategy; and Sustainability.Using business as a force for goodB Corp certification shows that we’ve met and
hold ourselves accountable to high standards of social and environmental
performance and transparency. We’ve written it into our articles of
association, so the way we run our business will continue to make life better
for our clients, our people, our communities, and our planet.We are
committed to being a sustainable business which drives us to continually
rethink and reengineer how we make a positive impact on the world. From working
with our clients to build wind farms, setting up smart hospital wards, and
designing a vaccine supply chain, to aligning our business to net zero by 2030
and working in communities where we believe we can make a difference – we want
our actions to tell the story of our lasting impact.Join usOur
award-winning people-first philosophy has always made us distinctive. We’re a
bunch of proudly geeky experts who come from industries around the world. We’re
a kind and curious team who are building a culture where people can achieve
their best, celebrate our differences, and create impact that lasts.If you have the required
skills and experience for this role, apply today.