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Job Title: Asset Manager
Department: Asset Management
Reporting to: Portfolio Manager
Location: Madrid Spain
We are Lightsource bp and were on a mission to become a global leader in onshore renewables anchored by our proven track record in solar development.
For over a decade weve been actively working to diversify the way our world is powered with sustainable and responsible renewable power. We work to safely deliver affordable reliable large-scale onshore renewable and energy storage solutions to help the world decarbonise.
Our growing business is constantly innovating and investing to help drive the energy transition. Our people and projects are focused on supporting long-term sustainable growth and energy security.
Lightsource bp operates with five core values: Safety Integrity Respect Sustainability and Drive.
We seek to attract and hire individuals who share our commitment to creating a safe workplace uphold the highest standards of integrity and demonstrate respect for colleagues communities and the environment. Our recruitment process promotes sustainability by valuing long-term growth and responsible practices while seeking candidates with the drive to innovate and lead in the global energy transition.
Together these values shape how we engage assess and welcome talent to join us in delivering transformational solar power solutions worldwide.
Lightsource bp was fully acquired by bp in 2024.
What youll do (the role)
Summary
As an Asset Manager you will be responsible for managing and optimising the operational and financial performance of our solar energy assets. You will work closely with cross-functional teams and external stakeholders to ensure that assets meet strategic goals maintain compliance and maximise value over the asset lifecycle.
Key Responsibilities
- Manage solar sites across the UK maximising total return through performance analysis and improvement initiatives.
- Maintain collaborative relationships with EPC and O&M contractors to ensure safe and efficient asset operation.
- Build strong team relationships and maintain effective communication with client-owners and internal stakeholders.
- Monitor and analyse asset performance to identify improvement opportunities and manage risks.
- Review and manage all SPV contracts ensuring compliance with obligations including insurance and HSE.
- Develop and maintain compliance calendars to monitor contractual and operational compliance across all contracts and activities.
- Support financial analysis forecasting and budgeting.
- Facilitate transition from project to operational management and manage documentation.
- Assist Energy Sales team with FIT/ROC market electricity revenue collection and regulatory compliance audits.
- Assist Portfolio Manager in preparation of reports to stakeholders on commercial financial and technical performance.
Why youll make a great member of the team
Experience & Knowledge Required
- Strong understanding of UK and European renewable energy asset management including technical financial and contractual aspects.
- Familiarity with project management principles budgeting and data analytics.
- Knowledge of health and safety standards in operational environments.
- Proven experience in managing renewable energy or infrastructure assets.
- Experience working cross-functionally and managing multiple stakeholders.
Education Required
- Bachelors degree in engineering business finance or related field.
- Professional certifications in asset management or project management are a bonus.
Personal Qualities
- Excellent communication skills able to convey complex information clearly and listen actively.
- Strong problem-solving abilities with a strategic mindset.
- Adaptable and resilient thriving in times of change and uncertainty.
- Inclusive respectful and committed to continuous learning and growth.
What challenges can you expect in this role
- Balancing technical optimisation with financial performance targets.
- Sustaining strong collaborative relationships with contractors clients and internal stakeholders to ensure smooth coordinated operations.
- Managing competing priorities and adapting quickly in a fast-evolving industry.
- Why youll make a great member of the team
Why youll want to work for us
Our company is a place where you can be yourself and grow a place where your ideas and opinions matter.
Be you: We pride ourselves on being an inclusive community where every individual is valued and treated with respect.
Be responsible: Our culture is driven by our core values from operating safely to ensuring our projects are responsible.
Be recognized: Alongside a competitive salary we offer a variety of benefits including annual bonus retention bank health insurance pension and other local benefits.
Be inspired: Beyond your day-to-day working life at Lightsource bp theres a variety of initiatives that will contribute to your own personal development. These include our charitable causes supporting our solar honey project or volunteering on our VIBES committee to name a few.
Our core values: Lightsource bp truly cares about creating a sustainable future through safe responsible and meaningful low carbon energy projects. Our core values of Safety Integrity Respect Sustainability and Drive are the guiding principles for everything we do.
For further information on our career opportunities and life at Lightsource bp please visit youll want to stay with us
At Lightsource bp youll work within agile cross-functional teams where diverse perspectives come together. Our culture embraces open knowledge sharing and collaboration empowering you to learn from others and accelerate progress collectively.
Your career growth is our priority and a shared journey. We are committed to developing talent from within and prepare you for career advancement so you can shape a fulfilling and lasting journey here.
In todays fast-changing world a learning mindset is essential and therefore we proactively support upskilling to help you push your skill boundaries and stay ahead in your field so you can not only keep pace with change but confidently shape a brighter future.
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About Company
Lightsource bp is a global solar leader working with utilities, businesses, local communities and governments to help meet the demand for sustainable energy.
