Generation Services (GS) is a key growth area within the I&C Pillar, providing a route to market for independent generators to sell their generated electricity and environmental certificates. Generation Services contributes c25% of the overall I&C EBITA with growth plans of c20% per annum as this market space is set for significant growth in line with UK net zero target. The Senior Deal Operations Analyst will provide pivotal support to the delivery of our Licence Exempt Supply (Energy Link) product, which is a key product for our growth ambition, and by end of MTP is expected to be the largest contributor to our Gross Margin delivery. The role will be focused across all stages of product delivery, with responsibility for modelling and evaluating individual deal opportunities, assessing the impact to overall P&L, and communicating to the relevant senior stakeholders. In a rapidly developing PPA market, the role may evolve to support further new product delivery outside of Energy Link, where similar activity is required. The individual is a key member of a team that evaluates deals of significant financial value and ensure all risks are considered and mitigated where possible within a DoA framework. In addition, the post holder is responsible managing information and data flows with key stakeholders outside of I&C, including but not limited to Finance and EEM.
Data Quality: Support the pre-contract half hourly (HH) matching process by protecting data integrity and model stability. Monitor source data quality and resolve or escalate issues impacting matching outcomes. Manage technical constraints (e.g., SQL run-time limits) and coordinate technical support when required. Identify and escalate changes to data structures/fields or model performance risks.
Pre-contract HH Data Matching: Execute the pre-contract HH matching process end to end in line with agreed timelines. Source and load generator and commodity HH datasets. Run optimisation models and quality check outputs. Upload matched outputs into Pipeline Manager and issue results to Sales.
Pipeline & pairing management: Maintain the Energy Link pipeline and pairing process across Commodity Sales and Generation Services Sales in a manner to optimise value across I&C. Coordinate and validate inputs to ensure data accuracy. Facilitate weekly validation reviews and track actions to closure. Ensure governance and controls are maintained across all inputs and stakeholders. Track contract and pairing status and provide clear updates to stakeholders.
Deal Analysis – POS & DIS support: Produce and validate POS and DIS inputs (e.g., MPAN lists, matching assumptions, forecast internal volumes, and non-commodity costs). Ensure outputs support forecasting, finance reporting, and DOA/SNF decision stages. Investigate and resolve discrepancies prior to publication.
Live contracts – Data recording & setup: Set up live contracts by compiling and validating contractual data. Manage required file uploads and confirm readiness for matching and payment processes. Maintain an audit trail of inputs and approvals in line with process requirements.
Live contracts – status & change management: Track and implement contract changes across the lifecycle (e.g., removals, exemptions, terminations). Keep contract records accurate ahead of payment and reporting milestones. This will include governance of timing and value calculations. Communicate change impacts clearly to impacted teams and update trackers accordingly.
Validation of monthly matching: Validate monthly matching outputs against agreed tolerances. Investigate exceptions and resolve data and/or cost discrepancies. Document findings and corrective actions to improve future matchin
- Strong understanding of the UK Energy Market including wholesale, retail, renewables, distribution and generation market spaces
- Ability to use information and intelligence from across the business to make informed assessments about product, risk and deal profitability.
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Experience running complex operational processes to deadlines and agreed controls.
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Strong stakeholder engagement.
- Exceptional market and client focus, a clear and committed champion of change.
- Able to share knowledge and expertise with others, and to analyse and solve complex problems.
- Strong influencing skills and a champion of change. Focused on delivery of results, management of deadlines and a driver of performance supporting the wider team to deliver to build the right culture.
- Be able to make optimal decisions in a challenging fast-moving environment.
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Strong data handling and reconciliation skills (large datasets, auditability, attention to detail).
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Skilled in using SQL and/or data tools to investigate and resolve data issues.
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Have strong IT skills MS Office suite (especially Excel), VB(A), statistical packages.
It would be great if you have
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Experience of working in dynamic commercial environments with a track record of ongoing success.
