Analyst, Power Markets EMEA

The Power Markets, Europe team plays a critical role in developing, negotiating, securing and managing revenue streams for LSbp's project pipeline of solar and storage across Europe. As a Power Markets Analyst you will work closely with the rest of the Power Markets Team to:

• Deliver regular, and ad hoc, market and regulatory analysis and insight
• Ensure accuracy of financial modelling
• Help develop LSbp's asset's route to market strategy in key European markets (e.g. competitor analysis, auction pricing strategy)
• Support the team in building sales opportunities and deliver ad hoc projects
The individual will have the opportunity to obtain a deep commercial and financial understanding of solar development and power markets, gain valuable insight into the commercial strategies employed in maximising revenue streams from renewable generation (including Power Purchase Agreements, government subsidy and merchant strategies)., Market price, fundamental and regulatory analysis
• Co-ordinate and own day-to-day analysis and regular reporting on power market price, market fundamental and regulatory developments
• Use analysis to deliver market insight to support power marketing activity
• Manage and improve access to power market data and information including use of external vendor software
• Produce clear and concise presentations on market developments when required including analyzing imbalance exposure, hybridization opportunities and other new markets.
• Presentation to the monthly energy risk forum.
Financial modelling
• Support preparation for engagement with external clients, Board / Senior Management engagement including running financial models and reporting on the results with limited guidance
• Ensure consistency and accuracy of power market team assumptions for financial modelling, working cross-functionally when required (e.g. with the Modelling and Development teams)
Competitor and Customer Analysis for Route to Market strategy
• Building competitor insight reports (as required for auctions or on an ongoing basis for Corporate Power Purchase Agreement)
• Develop target customer insight for Corporate Power Purchase Agreements
• Support development of auction pricing and PPA pricing strategy
• Producing ad-hoc reports and analysis for the European Power Markets team as required to support sales opportunities, new market entry, and for internal reporting
Pricing
• Ownership and responsibility for pricing process for PPAs and auction participation.
• Working with relevant team members to understand and scope opportunity, model pricing options and devlier recommendations for approval based on pricing insights.
• Bring detailed understanding of what drives value for a project and ability to translate this into the offtake strategy for projects across the region.
  
  Knowledge
• An understanding and interest in European power markets. This includes knowledge of supply-demand dynamics, energy trading, and the role of various market participants.
• Familiarity with the methods and structures used for pricing energy commodities in different regions. Experience in quantitative modeling is a plus.
• Languages a plus
• Excellent knowledge of Excel, PowerPoint, and Word, Power BI, BA or equivalent required; a degree in engineering or the sciences would be advantageous. Masters preferred
Experience
• Experience in energy/renewables/solar PV or in a commodities trading environment preferred
Why you'll make a great member of the team Personal qualities
• Excellent numerical and analytical skills, and attention to detail
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Excellent interpersonal skills, especially the ability to build strong relationships with numerous stakeholders throughout the entire company
• Ability to deliver a wide variety of tasks with limited supervision often in a limited timeframe
• Ability to learn quickly and adapt to a wide variety of tasks
• Ability to problem solve and work well under pressure in a deadline driven, fast-paced environment
Why you'll want to work for us

We are Lightsource bp - and we're on a mission to become a global leader in onshore renewables, anchored by our proven track record in solar development. For over a decade we've 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 was fully acquired by bp in 2024.

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 solar projects are responsible and promote biodiversity. Be recognised Alongside a competitive salary, we offer a variety of benefits including annual bonus, retention bank, health insurance, pension, and other local benefits. Be inspired Join an agile, international team working across 15 countries to power the future and positively impact people, communities, ecosystems and biodiversity across the world. 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.