Head of Energy Offtake (Central & Western Europe)

We are Uniper

At Uniper, we are pro-actively transforming the world of energy whilst at the same time ensuring security of energy supply. As an internationally operating company, we work in very diverse teams with the greatest possible working time flexibility for our employees. Our corporate culture is characterized by equal opportunities, mutual appreciation, and respect. With us, you will be able to develop new business models, work on technological solutions for a modern, sustainable, and future-oriented energy supply as well as pro-actively help to shape changes. Interested? Then we will look forward to meeting you!

Your responsibilities

• Lead and develop a team of country focused Energy Offtake Managers and Associates within the markets of West and Central Europe for Uniper’s renewable assets development entity “Uniper Renewables GmbH”
• Overseeing and managing the team that secures country specific energy offtake solutions for our pipeline of wind, solar and battery assets through PPAs or other contracts
• Directing the activities regarding origination, structuring and negotiation of power purchase agreements (PPAs) in the UK, French, Italian and Swedish markets
• Coordinating the participation of Uniper’s renewables projects at regulatory tenders for subsidies (e.g. Feed-in Tariffs or Contracts for Difference)
• Leading on the commercial decision paper processes for the Uniper Renewables Leadership Team, e.g. on the route to market strategy for the energy and certificates from Uniper’s renewable assets
• Supporting the identification and implementation of strategic partnerships to accelerate commercial activities
• Widening the network of market players (local utilities, corporate offtakers, trading companies etc.) and expanding the Uniper brand as a global player in the renewable energies sector
• Facilitating and developing the cross functional collaboration within the Renewables business as well as between the Energy Offtake team and relevant internal and external stakeholders and partners
• Project Development, Market Analysis, Pricing and Legal
• Risk, Tax, Accounting, Compliance etc.
• Implementing an onboarding, development and training program within the team
• Reports to the Vice President Energy Offtake
• Responsible for up to 6 people within the team

Base location for this role is flexible across our Uniper UK locations, please reach out if you have any questions on this. 

Your profile

• C-Suite level exposure and management experience
• Expertise in renewable energy with proven track record in commercial contract negotiations
• Relevant work experience in either a trading, (PPA) origination, sales, power procurement or comparable commercial role
• Strong network across the Renewable Energy Industry and/or potential power offtakers
• Very good project and stakeholder management skills with analytical mindset
• Good understanding of the renewable energy markets, pricing schemes as well as regulatory renumeration systems
• Experience in people management across different cultures
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills
• International work experience and appreciation of cultural differences
• Willingness to travel monthly
• Business fluency in German, Hungarian, Swedish, Italian and / or French is a plus but not a set requirement
• University degree in Business Administration, Economics, Industrial Engineering, Commercial Law or comparable studies
• Creative and open-minded individual with a motivating “can-do” mentality
• This role can work on a hybrid approach with the ability to work from home and the office. There is an expectation to work from the office at least once a month

Your qualities

• Competitive salary
• Personal development and Learning opportunities
• Enhanced company pension – With up to 12% company contributions
• 26 days annual leave plus Bank Holidays
• Electric vehicle charging at our sites
• IIn house Occupational Health Services
• Company funded Private Medical Insurance including free GP service
• Performance related benefits
• Access to a range of flexible benefits such as Share Incentive Plan, Dental, Critical Illness and Life Insurance, Cycle2Work or buy and sell extra holiday
• Future career opportunities (UK & International) with a strong focus on Diversity Equity and Inclusion

Our employees are the reason for our success. Therefore, you will find many other benefits at the local level to help you reach your potential. Energy evolutionary wanted!

 Your contact

Should you have any questions about this opportunity, please contact the UK Talent Acquisition Manager - Lauren.Ryan-Grealish@Uniper.Energy

Please note, any CV’s sent via email would not be taken into consideration. All CV’s must be submitted via the online application process only.

 Further Information 

As an employer, Uniper is committed to diversity and equal opportunities. Therefore, we encourage applications from suitably qualified individuals whose capabilities match the role requirements regardless of gender, origin, disability, age, religion, ideology, sexual identity or marital status. We live inclusion and support flexible working.