At a Glance
- Tasks: Join us to design and manage treasury operations for a fast-growing energy company.
- Company: Octopus Energy, a top-rated workplace with a unique culture of autonomy and innovation.
- Benefits: Flexible salary, inclusive perks, and a supportive environment for your growth.
- Other info: We value diverse perspectives and encourage everyone to apply, regardless of qualifications.
- Why this job: Gain early ownership in treasury operations and make a real impact in a dynamic team.
- Qualifications: 2 years in treasury operations, strong Excel skills, and a finance-related degree.
The predicted salary is between 39600 - 48400 £ per year.
We're on the lookout for a Treasury Operations Analyst to join us for a 12 Month Maternity Cover. Octopus Energy is building its treasury function from scratch. This is a ground-floor opportunity to help stand up core treasury operations for one of Europe's fastest-growing energy companies - not inheriting legacy processes, but designing and owning them. You’ll be the operational backbone of a small, new team: running daily cash processes, managing banking platforms, executing payments and FX, and keeping controls tight as the function scales. If you want early ownership and exposure to the full breadth of treasury in a business raising billions in capital, this is it.
- Lead day-to-day treasury operations: intercompany payments, money market fund transactions, and FX execution
- Lead KYC remediation and bank account opening/closing projects across the group's banking relationships
- Own and administer online banking platforms - user access, payment templates, security controls
- Execute and monitor daily cash positioning across multiple accounts and currencies
- Process wire transfers and manage payment runs, ensuring accuracy and appropriate approvals
- Reconcile treasury transactions (cash, FX, investments) and investigate breaks
- Assist with payment operations across the group as volumes scale
- Prepare treasury reports and dashboards for the Head of Treasury and wider finance leadership
- Maintain compliance with internal controls, banking mandates, and regulatory requirements
- Support the team on ad hoc projects - debt facility administration, bank relationship management, process buildout
A minimum of 2 years' experience in treasury operations, cash management, or a closely related finance role (e.g. payments, banking operations)
Strong Excel skills - comfortable building and maintaining cash trackers, reconciliations, and reporting templates
Meticulous attention to detail and a zero-tolerance approach to errors in payment processing
Comfortable working with banking portals and payment systems
Degree in finance, accounting, economics, or a related discipline
Familiarity with FX spot/forward execution and money market fund operations
Experience with KYC/AML processes from the corporate (not banking) side
Working towards or interest in CTP, ACT Certificate in Treasury, or equivalent
Experience in a high-growth or scale-up environment where processes aren't yet fully defined
As an equal opportunity employer, we do not discriminate on the basis of any protected attribute. Our commitment is to provide equal opportunities, an inclusive work environment, and fairness for everyone.
Treasury Operations Analyst - 12 Month FTC employer: Octoenergy
At Octopus Energy, we pride ourselves on being an innovative and forward-thinking employer, dedicated to creating a positive impact in the renewable energy sector. Our vibrant work culture fosters collaboration and creativity, allowing you to take ownership of high-impact products that genuinely enhance customer experiences. With ample opportunities for professional growth and a commitment to sustainability, joining our Low Carbon Tech team means being part of a mission-driven organisation that values your contributions and supports your career aspirations.
