Head of Energy Policy and Market Analysis

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About Windward Energy

We’re committed to supporting a sustainable world to protect future generations from the impacts of climate change. We develop energy infrastructure that will play a part in the transition to net zero. From wind energy to hydrogen, we believe in moving towards tomorrow.

Founded in 2018, and based in Edinburgh, we operate a number of green energy companies across the UK. They’re taking on some of the biggest challenges on the journey to net zero: increasing the amount of renewable energy generation; investing in new grid infrastructure to transport green energy to homes and businesses; and developing innovative long duration energy storage solutions.

What you can expect as a Windward Colleague

• Full flexibility with the option to work from home or in the office as needed.
• Flexitime with the ability to work core hours and take time back in lieu throughout the week.
• Fridays are allocated as ‘no meeting’ days to ensure down time at the end of the week.
• 28 days annual leave, plus bank holidays.
• Private Medical Insurance from day 1 with cover for immediate family including spouse or partner and children, including direct mental health pathways and support.
• Annual pay review and discretionary bonus up to 25%.
• Employer pension contributions up to 7%.
• Electric car scheme via salary sacrifice.
• Cycle to Work Scheme.
• Tech scheme – discounts on latest technology including laptops, phones, iPads for personal use.
• Life assurance cover and income protection.
• Travel insurance.
• Suite of enhanced policies and provisions to support colleagues through all the moments that matter.
• Regular team socials, activities, sporting events and charity fundraisers.

The Role

REPORTS TO: Group Director of Policy and External Affairs

The role will report to the Director of Policy and External Relations and will be responsible for analysis of the current and future evolution of the UK energy market to support the development of the Group’s policy positions and to identify risks and opportunities for the Group. The role requires expert understanding of the UK energy market and the development and application of policy and energy market mechanisms that drive investment in renewables and grid infrastructure.

To inform the Group’s growth plans, you will prepare analysis and develop the Group’s energy policy positions; shape and influence energy policy, regulatory regimes, and support mechanisms that underpin investment decisions in respect of the deployment of renewable generation, storage technologies, and the development of grid infrastructure. The role also involves engaging with external stakeholders, policy makers, trade bodies, and other industry participants.

Main Responsibilities

• Responsible for developing energy policy positions on a range of issues across the future development of the energy system for the deployment of renewable generation and long duration storage technologies and the development of grid infrastructure to inform Group ambitions and growth plans.
• Prepare consultation responses, insights, briefings and analysis on the development of the energy markets and associated policy frameworks taking account of cross cutting areas such as market arrangements and support mechanisms, grid regulation/charging, consenting regimes, supply chain, community investment and potential areas for innovation.
• Support in the development of engagement plans to influence policy stakeholders.
• Engage with trade association working groups and maintain a strong network of contacts and relationships with industry participants, stakeholders, external consultants.
• Ability to manage/develop 1-2 energy policy analysts carrying out supporting research and analysis.

What we look for in return

Knowledge & Skills

• Expert understanding of the UK energy market and the development and application of policy and energy market mechanisms that drive investment in renewables and grid infrastructure.
• Strong experience of and ability to engage with external stakeholders.
• Experience analysing, evaluating and presenting detailed analysis of a range of complex issues to executive level, identifying opportunities and risks.
• Strong economics/financial and commercial skill set and the ability to think strategically.
• Excellent organisational skills and attention to detail.
• Strong communication and presentation skills, both written and verbal.
• Degree level qualification and at least 5 years PQE in relevant subject.

What does our culture mean to us and you?

At Windward Energy, we are committed to having a workplace that encourages and promotes diversity, equity and inclusion. This means taking account of social or personal challenges that some colleagues may face and making available, the right workplace environment, resources and opportunities, which allow all of us at Windward Energy, to THRIVE.

Our culture and the way we do things is centered around ‘belonging’. We believe that everyone should be able to be their true authentic self at Windward Energy and encourage this through promoting an inclusive environment which values and encourages different perspectives, thoughts, ideas and backgrounds, to ensure a truly innovative and exciting place to work.

We do not accept any discriminatory attitudes or behaviours. Every single colleague and potential colleague who wishes to join us, should feel confident in equality of opportunity and be free from any bullying, discrimination or harassment on the basis of age, disability, sex, sexual orientation, pregnancy and maternity, race or ethnicity, religion or belief, gender identity, or marriage and civil partnership.

We hope and encourage all suitably qualified individuals to feel comfortable and energised to join our dedicated team and contribute to the UK’s shift towards sustainable energy solutions.

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