Managing Consultant - E&U - Electricity Networks

Job Description

Do you: 

• Have experience working in asset intensive organisations whether infrastructure, equipment or digital? 

• Understand the challenges facing energy networks from a regulatory, asset or customer perspective? 

• Want to make a difference leading the industry to make better-informed decisions creating significant benefits to consumers, the environment and society as a whole? 

• Thrive in complex environments in search of innovative solutions to tricky problems? 

If so, read on to see how you could lead Asset Management, Digital and Regulation Consultants at PA to evolve the Energy Sector beyond ‘good practice’ to outperform in a tough and uncertain energy landscape 

Become part of a talented team doing impactful work 

The energy sector is changing quickly, and we need leaders who can delivery ingenious solutions that will help clients cope with these changes and create/implement investment plans that balance the goals of customers, regulators, and shareholders from both a business/regulatory and technical point of view. 

Our successful Energy and Utilities practice is looking for skilled experts to lead teams delivering for our current client base and to develop new opportunities as part of our ambitious growth strategy. 

We are looking for experienced consultants with a proven track record delivering in regulated utilities who can lead in multi-skilled teams with experience of working with UK energy infrastructure. The ideal candidate would have real-world experience of energy networks and preferably be able to show an understanding of energy price controls and the RIIO framework, and how the management of the physical assets supports customer, regulator and sector objectives. 

We are looking to hire and develop leaders to deliver and grow sustainable business. We need people who can work independently, lead teams, and are driven self-starters who will impress our clients at this exciting time in the energy transition. 

What we’re looking for 

As a part of the team, you will assist in creating and pursuing business opportunities for new and existing clients through your own and PA’s wide network of clients. We excel at bridging the gap between regulatory, engineering, digital and customer languages so you will add new insights to our diverse mix. 

We work very closely with all our clients, build strong interpersonal relationships, and pride ourselves on our ability to ‘walk the talk,’. Therefore, we are particularly interested in those who have practical ‘hands on’ experience with energy infrastructure assets and interest of: 

• Energy infrastructure planning (transmission and/or distribution) in a rapidly evolving landscape 

• The operation of energy networks in delivering consumer, regulator and shareholder priorities 

• The production of asset strategies, policies, plans and standards. Plus, an understanding of how these influence/impact business outcomes 

At PA we believe that a brilliant asset manager is someone who is curious, enjoys exploring new ideas, and seeks to evolve asset management thinking and problem definition. We are looking to recruit and support curious asset management experts who can analyse complex problems and lead teams to deliver class-leading solutions.  To further enhance our projects pipeline we are looking for people to generate growth; business development is the key enabler for this, so previous experience of winning new work and developing opportunities is highly beneficial. 

While successful candidates will have a good technical understanding of their field, deep specialism is not the only facet of PA consultants; we also want ingenious people who can turn highly technical detail into simple concepts and communicate this clearly to anyone from boardroom to factory floor. Our consultants should be able to adapt their style to work effectively with clients and inspire confidence. We’re looking for someone with these attributes: 

• Self-motivation and ability to manage their own workload effectively 

• Leadership skills to build project teams and deliver multi-disciplinary projects 

• Creative and open minded, enjoying learning and trying new ways of doing things  

• Strong communication, presentation creation, delivery and document writing skills 

Qualifications

Even if you don’t meet every requirement, we encourage you to apply – we often hire for similar roles that may be a great fit.  

• Track record of selling and delivering professional consulting services, including building and expanding client relationships across senior stakeholder groups.  

• Technical understanding of one or more of the following areas: 

• Electricity or gas network asset planning or operation (transmission and/or distribution) 

• The evolving energy landscape including National Energy System Operation (NESO), Distribution System Operation (DSO), Net Zero drivers and regulatory incentives 

• Innovation in technology and/or process 

• Asset strategy and linkages to holistic decision-making 

• Programme delivery (high volume activities or major projects) 

• Asset health, utilisation, risk and resilience 

• Demonstrated ability to translate client challenges into structured requirements from identification of need through to execution, adoption, and benefits realisation.  

• Experience managing multidisciplinary teams in fast-paced and complex environments, with a strong focus on delivery assurance, governance, and stakeholder management.  

• Excellent communication, presentation, and influencing skills, with the ability to steer senior-level client conversations and drive consensus.  

• Passionate about the opportunities and challenges in the energy sector. You are delivery oriented and at your best when, as part of a team with a high focus on results, you can help clients solve challenging strategic issues.  

• A drive to be abreast of professional development and knowledge of current and emerging market trends and technical solutions. 

We would also expect you to have: 

• Strong leadership skills, demonstrating the capacity to lead substantial multidisciplinary and/or economic projects (or elements of), 

• Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written,  

• Relationship building and influencing skills, 

Additional Information

Please note that the interview stages may be subject to change based on the specific requirements of the role.  

• Introductory Call with one of our senior Talent Acquisition partners to explore your background, the opportunity and PA. 

• Round 1: 3x competency interviews, allowing you to meet different members of PA. 

• Final Round 🎯: Business plan presentation with PA leaders – you will be given guidance and time to prepare in advance. 

Life At PA encompasses our peoples' experience at PA. It's about how we enrich peoples’ working lives by giving them access to unique people and growth opportunities and purpose led meaningful work. 

Our purpose guides how we work with our clients and our teams, and support our communities, to deliver insight and impact, solving the world’s most complex challenges. We're focused on building a workplace that values human difference and diverse mindsets, and a culture of inclusion and equality that unlocks the potential in our people so everyone can be their best self. 

Find out more about Life at PA here. 

We are dedicated to supporting the physical, emotional, social and financial well-being of our people. Check out some of our extensive benefits: 

• Health and lifestyle perks accompanying private healthcare for you and your family 
• 25 days annual leave (plus a bonus half day on Christmas Eve) with the opportunity to buy 5 additional days 
• Generous company pension scheme 
• Opportunity to get involved with community and charity-based initiatives 
• Annual performance-based bonus 
• PA share ownership 
• Tax efficient benefits (cycle to work, give as you earn) 

We’re committed to advancing equality. We recruit, retain, reward and develop our people based solely on their abilities and contributions and without reference to their age, background, disability, genetic information, parental or family status, religion or belief, race, ethnicity, nationality, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity (or expression), political belief veteran status, or other by any other range of human difference brought about by identity and experience. We welcome applications from underrepresented groups. 

Hybrid Working - Our approach is to be in the office or on client site a minimum of 2 days per week. However, the actual time you spend and where you spend it will vary by role or assignment, including up to 5 days per week on client site. 

Adjustments or accommodations - Should you need any adjustments or accommodations to the recruitment process, at either application or interview, please contact us on [email protected] 

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