PPA Originator in Preston

LocationRemote/KirkhamVacancy TypePermanent/Full TimeJob ProfileJob SummaryInspired is a market leading, technology-enabled provider of energy and sustainability solutions in the UK - supporting businesses to transition to net zero carbon and manage their response to climate change.Established in 2000, we became the first publicly quoted advisor following a successful AIM debut in 2011. We are now the UK’s number one destination for businesses seeking expert insight and advisory services to help them manage their energy costs, reduce their carbon emissions and prove their net zero carbon and ESG strategies to their investors and customersWe are looking for a PPA Originator to join our successful PPA team. This role is home based with occasional travel to our offices required. Role and ResponsibilitiesThe role is core value-creation leaver within a growth strategy focused on delivering long-term recurring revenue and improving earnings quality and predictability.The Originator / PPA Markets role leads the origination, structuring and placement of short-term PPA hedges for Inspired's generation clients, and acts as the team's primary point of reference on PPA trading and placement matters. The the role also carries interim responsibility for the data, settlement and regulatory oversight functions of the PPA Markets team.The role will work closes with the internal risk, optimisation, and account management teams to ensure PPAs are commercial robust, drive value, and align with client objectives.The successful candidate will be required to: Build and maintain a commercially credible and viable PP pipeline aligned to annual and long-term growth targets.Origination & TradingSupport the structuring and placement of short-term PPA hedges for generation clientsSupport flexible trading activity and the development of new PPA productsSupport half-hourly matching, placement and settlement of short-term PPA volumesData & Process OversightOversee generation data, metering and regulatory submission processes across the PPA portfolioMaintain oversight of monthly PPA statement validations and resolve escalated data or metering queriesSupport process and systems improvement, including the move away from spreadsheet-based workflowsAccount Management SupportSupport the structuring and placement of short-term PPA hedges for generation clientsSupport flexible trading activity and the development of new PPA productsAct as the primary point of reference for the Account Management community at Inspired on PPA queries and the placement of short-term PPAsProvide guidance to Account Managers on hedge structuring, pricing and placement optionsMeet challenging financial KPI’s.Develop and maintain strong relationships with renewable generators and developers, clients, and energy suppliers / firming and sleeving counterparties.Identify emerging market opportunities linked to net zero strategies, long‑term price hedging, and renewable additionality.Lead commercial discussions with clients to understand energy demand profiles, risk appetite price objectives, and sustainability goals.Manage PPA tendering and competitive sourcing processes in line with internal frameworks.Coordinate with internal commercial services, and external counterparties.Progress opportunities through exclusivity to full PPA contract execution.Read and comply with the company Health & Safety Policy; taking reasonable care for the Health & Safety of themselves and others; co-operate with managers and other employees in fulfilling our objectives and statutory duties.Qualifications and Experience RequirementsEssentialExperience of commercial contracts (selling and management) including understanding legal structure.Track record influencing leading cross‑functional delivery (Risk, AM, Analytics, Legal, Ops.Proven record of delivering challenging financial targets, highly commercial and opportunity driven.Knowledge of REGO’s and certification.Understanding of shaping and balancing risks.Confident, credible communicator, comfortable as a technical point of reference for internal teams and clientsStrong Excel skills, including handling large datasetsAble to prioritise effectively across origination and operational demandsDecisive, calm under pressure, with excellent judgement on when to act vs escalate.Communicates complex topics in plain English for clients and internal stakeholders.Lateral thinker who can operate autonomously in a high-pressured environment and comfortable in an evolving and complex market.Desirable: Proven experience in PPA origination.Good understanding of sleeving and firming options.Renewables development.Understanding of structured energy products.Degree in Finance/Economics/Engineering/Maths (or equivalent experience).Experience of commercial contracts (selling and management) including understanding legal structure.What we offerTraining and development opportunitiesCompany pensionLife insuranceEnhanced maternity and paternityBenefits portal, with a wide range of benefits4pm finish on FridayIf you are interested in the role and would like to be considered, please apply now and a member of our In House Recruitment Team will be in touch. 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