Investment and Commercial Manager

Job TitleInvestment & Commercial Manager

LocationGlasgow or Warrington (Hybrid)

Salaryfrom 61600 bonus up to 20% family health cover and car allowance

Flexible Working Pattern

Help us create a better future quicker

The Investment & Commercial Manager is a key member of the Sphere Energy Connect (Sphere) business reporting to the Head of Commercial with responsibility for providingfinancial analysis and recommendationson investment opportunities for all new connection developments in all segments; such as domestic Public EV Charge Points and I&C connections. The role holderis responsible forquantifying the economic business case and presenting clear and concise information to Sphere Leadership Teams and Executives both locally and globally tofacilitateFinal Investment Decisions on million-pound projects.This work also includes financial analysis and due diligence ofacquisitionopportunities that will be considered to strengthen our market positioning and customer proposition to achieve thestrategic aimsof the business.

There is a strongcommercial focusto this role with the Investment & Commercial Manager tasked with financially optimising Sphere investment opportunities and identifying ways to maximise our connection development projects competitiveness tosecure a pipeline of connectionsin a highly competitive environment providing the revenues stream required to support Spheres enduring investments and growth plans. This roleis responsible fordeveloping andmaintainingthefinancial models asset valuecalculationsand associated IRRsfor the business to ensure target returns are delivered.

The Investment & Commercial Manager undertakes akey stakeholder management roleon behalf of Sphere regarding investment proposals with multiple Corporate functions (Control; Tax; Treasury; Insurance; Legal; Procurement; Risk Management; Compliance) to ensure Spheres investment proposals are clearly communicated; well understood and ultimately supported by these wider stakeholders throughout the governance / approval processsecuring the significant funding to fulfil our growth ambitions.

Whatyoullbe doing

Investment Decision Making & Financial Strategy

• Lead evaluation risk assessment and approval of all investment proposals ensuring alignment with strategic plans and compliance with governance requirements.

• Providefinancial insight challenge assumptions and optimise project economics to secure a strong pipeline and maximise returns.

• Model and assess acquisition opportunities andmaintainfinancial models to deliver target IRRs.

• Prepare financial forecasts budgets and business plans for the Sphere business.

Strategic Analysis & Business Performance

• Conduct competitor and market analysis recommending strategies to enhance project competitiveness.

• Identifyopportunities for portfolio growth joint ventures and improved economic outcomes.

• Monitor business performance report to leadership and provide insights to support strategic decisionmaking.

• Coordinate delivery of the Strategic Business Plan and support Investor Relations activities.

Governance & Compliance

• Lead Post Investment Reviews and evaluate financial performance against assumptions recommending improvements.

• Interpret policy and regulatory changes to assess financial impacts and advise on mitigation or opportunities.

• Manage stakeholder engagement across corporate functions and prepare documentation for governance approvals.

Leadership & Team Development

• Provide clear leadership promoting strong investment decisionmaking practices across the business.

• Foster collaboration across teams and stakeholders supporting a highperforming motivated team culture.

• Setobjectives provide feedback and support staff development to ensure effective delivery of business goals.

Whatyoullbring

• Highly numerate ideally a Qualified Accountant or equivalent (e.g. MBA) with substantial postqualification managerial experience.

• Strong financial modellingexpertise particularly in valuing connection assets and assessing largescale investment opportunities.

• High commercial awareness including understanding asset values depreciation and contract structures.

• Proven leadership experience managing teams and stakeholders across complex investment proposals.

• Strong communicator with the ability to simplify complex financial information for senior leaders.

• Skilled in influencing challenging constructively and making sound commercial judgements.

• Experience leading multidisciplinary teams to optimise financial outcomes across multiple projects.

• Ability to balance competing priorities whilemaintaininghigh standardsand meeting ambitious growth targets.

Whatsin it for you

As well as a competitive salary which is reviewed annually you can also enjoya number ofother benefits. With our pension schemewelldouble match your contribution up to a company contribution of 10%.

At ScottishPower we believeitsthelittle thingswe do in life that makea big difference. From helping you look after your familys wellbeing save for yourfutureand take personal steps for climate action our benefits are designed to help you do just that - so that you have everything you need to take care of your world today and tomorrow.Thatswhy our benefits include:

• 36 days annual leave

• Holiday Purchase perfect your work/life balance with extra annual leave

• Share Schemes

• Payroll Giving and Charity Matched Funding

• Technology Vouchers save more and spread the cost of your technology purchases

• Electric Vehicle Schemes to help you transition to green/clean driving

• Cycle to Work scheme and Public Transport Season Ticket Loans

• Healthcare benefit optionsincluding:Dental Insurance Private Medical Insurance Health CashPlanand annual Health Assessments

• Life Assurance (4x salary)

• Access toSavesmartfinancial wellbeing support

• Plusshopping leisure restaurant and gym discounts and unique employee deals on travel insurance and more

Why ScottishPower

ScottishPower is part of the Iberdrola Group one of the worlds largest integrated utility companies and a world leader in wind energy. With a commitment to generateall ofour energy from renewable resources and a drive to create the energy infrastructure of the futurewereat the forefront of the journey to Net Zero and investing over 6m every working day to make this happen. With diverse opportunities across our businesses and a commitment to invest in our own internal talent ScottishPower can offer people real career opportunities that meet personal and professional goals in a global organisation.

Inclusion diversity and a social purpose are at the heart of everything we do. Together with our values they bring us together into a stronger more sustainable business with direct links to the communities we serve. It takes all kinds of people to build a large-scale business like ours so whatever your backgroundyoullfit right in.

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