Believ: ABOUT US
At Believ, we believe sustainable transport should be accessible to everyone. We’re a Charge Point Operator (CPO) on a mission to create the UK’s most reliable electric vehicle charging network that doesn’t cost the earth and leaves no one behind..
We work closely with local authorities and businesses to deliver reliable, high quality charging networks at pace, at scale and at zero cost.
We offer all the advantages of being a scale-up business, but with the added security and long-term backing from well-known parents - Liberty Global (who also own our delivery partner, Virgin Media O2) and Zouk Capital (who manage the Government’s Charging Investment Infrastructure Fund).
You’ll be joining this exciting journey at the start of our scale-up phase, and work with us to hit the ambitious targets our shareholders have set. You’ll become part of a passionate and supportive team in a fast-paced, dynamic and result-driven environment.
About the role
The role reports into the Energy & Risk Manager and in this position you will be responsible for data collection, analysis, developing all management information and reporting to support business decision making in relation to the purchase and management of energy, utilities and associated services.
As part of the Network Performance team you will be part of establishing Believ as the most loved Charge Point Operator through the management of its principal network cost (electricity) to achieve competitive consumer charging tariffs.
You will support the Energy & Risk Manager in the monitoring, forecasting, management and procurement of energy and utilities for a rapidly growing portfolio of electric vehicle charge point infrastructure.
MAIN DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Develop and operate day-to-day data gathering, analysis and reporting activities to support utilities budgeting, procurement, monitoring and forecasting.
- Liaise with internal stakeholders and external utility industry parties to exchange information in support of a flexible energy purchasing strategy.
- Maintain, develop and improve data-sets, databases and data management processes.
- Participate in energy and utilities portfolio management activities to establish reliable record keeping for forecasting and cost governance.
- Develop and issue day-to-day reports to internal and external stakeholders as required.
- Hold and develop subject matter expertise in energy purchasing and utilities management in support of the Energy & Risk Manager.
- Support the Energy & Risk Manager in the development and execution of the electricity risk management and hedging strategy.
- Participate in activities to manage energy costs and develop attractive consumer tariffs.
About you
At Believ, we are building a culture that attracts and retains the best talent. We are a dedicated and high-performing team, accustomed to working at pace in an ever-evolving industry, and we are looking for people who are as passionate as us about cutting carbon emissions and providing cleaner air for all.
The successful candidate will have the following attributes and skills:
- Experience of UK energy industry (electricity in particular) in respect to generation, distribution, supply and demand.
- Highly proficient in the collation and analysis of complex energy data for forecasting, reporting and decision making.
- Ability to communicate conceptually detailed and complex information clearly to stakeholders with limited prior subject knowledge.
- Experience in the operation of flexible energy supply contracts, risk management strategies and energy trading is desirable but not essential.
- Excellent planning and time management skills
- Microsoft Office skills/experience (Outlook, Word, Excel & PowerPoint)
- Precise attention to detail
- Team player
- Ability to manage workloads and meet demanding timescales
- Ability to prioritise and adapt to evolving project priorities and demands
Technical Skills
- Data modelling and analysis
- Software systems / services – management and administration
- Experience of energy contracts and the energy supply industry
- Knowledge of energy markets
- Knowledge and experience of energy trading and risk analysis is desirable but not essential
- Full Driving License.
Benefits
- Competitive salary and bonus scheme
- 25 days’ annual leave, plus the usual 8 UK Bank Holidays and the option to purchase up to 5 additional days per year*
- Access to wellbeing and mental health benefits such as the Calm app, personal medical insurance, critical illness cover, dental, optical & travel insurance, income protection and life assurance
- Pension contribution matched up to 10%
- Access to our car benefit scheme and cycle to work scheme
- Access to our online learning platform to continue to develop and grow your career with us.
- 24 hours a year Volunteer Time Off to support causes that are important to you
- Virgin Media / O2 discounts and offers
- Access to VIP Arena Suites at the O2 Arena (London) and First Direct Arena (Leeds)
- Enhanced parental leave policies
* This perk can only be availed for the following calendar year by employees who started before 1st December
Location
The business is currently based in our office in Cardiff. The position is full time, hybrid with 3 days (Tuesday, Wednesday & Thursday) based in the office. Believ is an equal opportunity employer. We embrace diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for our people.
We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Please contact us to request accommodation.
