LCP Delta provides data-driven research, consultancy, technology products, and training services to companies investing in and navigating the energy transition. LCP Delta was formed through the merger of Delta-EE and LCP Energy to bring together deep generation and consumer-side expertise, providing our clients with a single partner to help them on their journey and a 360° view across the energy spectrum. We are a diverse team from a variety of backgrounds including engineers, data analysts, environmentalists, and more.
The Energy Networks Team has a strong reputation in the network sector, being a lead partner on the Community DSO project for Northern Powergrid (a £15m Ofgem funded innovation project). Other LCP Delta projects include completing the latest innovation strategy and 2050 Energy Innovation Atlas for the Energy Networks Association. We are currently leading multiple innovation projects and work with all UK TSOs, DNOs, and GDNs and have a clear strategy for significantly growing our Energy Networks Team and business. This role will be an important step in building our team and capabilities to achieve this strategy and will provide an exciting opportunity in the network consulting sector.
About LCP Delta Energy Networks Team
We are unique as LCP Delta provides 360 coverage of the new energy value chain, meaning the Energy Networks Team can provide its clients the following:
* Innovation: Support network operators in exploring, developing, and delivering innovation and new flexibility and DSO solutions on their networks.
* Network and asset optimisation modelling: Model the cost and operational impacts of different demand and generation scenarios, regulatory changes, and flexibility deployment on electricity and gas networks.
* Policy and economic impact: Economic analysis to help clients understand the impacts of policy and regulatory decisions on the energy system and on their assets.
* Asset investment and business planning: We support long-term investment and business planning via our deep market insight and scenario-building expertise.
What will you be doing?
You will be responsible for developing and delivering strategic and innovative projects for electricity network organisations, navigating the energy transition's regulatory, economic, and engineering challenges.
The position will support the winning and delivery of electricity distribution network projects in LCP Delta in a range of forms:
* Engagement with electricity distribution network stakeholders and account management of some LCP Delta network clients and contacts.
* Writing and reviewing technical reports and proposals as well as maintaining client relationships.
* Developing new project ideas working with the LCP Delta Head of Energy Networks and pitching these ideas to network companies and potential partners.
* Leading and supporting the writing of proposals for commercial and innovation/grant-funded network projects.
* Leading and supporting the delivery of energy network projects, including managing the LCP Delta team input, managing research and analysis, and writing and reviewing technical reports.
* Providing network technical and expert support on consulting projects being conducted across LCP Delta. The role therefore requires a combination of technical and project delivery skills, alongside an ability and enthusiasm to have direct client contact and generate good client relationships.
What skills, experience, and qualities are we looking for?
* Experience and knowledge of the electric power industry, electricity networks (both distribution and transmission) market, systems, and equipment. Gas distribution experience is desirable.
* Proven experience as a consultant in the design, understanding, and performance of power systems studies.
* Strong knowledge in power systems analysis, as well as experience in software simulation tools.
* Excellent communication skills both verbal and written, confident in presenting data and solutions to our customers.
* Consulting and project management experience desirable.
* Developing strong customer and partner relationships, both external and internal. Commercial acumen with a proactive approach to problem solving and the ability to successfully persuade and influence senior management.
* Requires strong knowledge of the application of technical & business-related consulting for the electricity networks market and the impacts of products, equipment, and engineering concepts and practices as contributors to potential recommended solutions. Proven experience in creating opportunities in the market.
* Analytical mindset and self-motivated, takes initiative to solve problems.
What’s in it for you?
We offer an attractive benefits package designed to promote your overall wellbeing so that you are able to perform to your full potential both in and out of work. Currently, our core benefits package includes:
For you:
* Hybrid working (varies by role and department).
* Professional study support (where applicable).
* Access to our internal Wellbeing, LGBTQ+, Multicultural and Women’s networks.
For your family:
* Life assurance (6 x salary).
* Income protection.
* Enhanced maternity/paternity/adoption and shared parental leave.
For your health:
* 26 days annual leave (pro-rata for part-time working) plus bank holidays (most of which can be taken flexibly!) with options to buy & sell holiday.
* Private medical insurance.
* Discounted gym memberships, critical illness, and dental insurance through our flexible benefits.
* Cycle to work scheme.
* Digital GP services.
For your wealth:
* Discretionary bonus scheme.
* Season ticket loans.
For others:
* Volunteering opportunities.
For the environment:
* Electric vehicle salary sacrifice scheme (qualifying period applies).
And much more!
We continuously strive to build an inclusive workplace where all forms of diversity are valued, including age, background, disability, gender, gender identity, gender expression, race, religion, or sexual orientation.
LCP is committed to making our opportunities accessible to all and would welcome you getting in touch to let us know if an adjustment can be made to help with your application.
LCP currently holds a sponsorship license for skilled worker visas, allowing us to assist with applications aligning with the UK Government's criteria for skilled worker sponsorship.
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