Commercial Insights Manager (6 months FTC) at Octopus Energy

London, England, United Kingdom

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Not SpecifiedCompensation
Mid-level (3 to 4 years), Senior (5 to 8 years)Experience Level
Full TimeJob Type
UnknownVisa
Electric Vehicles, Renewable Energy, Green TechnologyIndustries

Requirements

  • 3-5 years of experience in a commercial insights, corporate strategy, or strategy consulting role
  • Demonstrated ability to structure and solve complex, unstructured business problems using strategic frameworks and data
  • Strong analytical and quantitative abilities, including a high degree of proficiency in developing robust Excel/Google Sheets models
  • Proficiency in SQL (highly desirable)
  • Exceptional communication and "storytelling" skills, with the ability to translate complex data into clear, compelling narratives for a variety of audiences
  • Proven ability to manage multiple concurrent workstreams and prioritise effectively in a fast-paced, high-growth environment
  • A proactive mindset, a desire to challenge assumptions, and a comfort with navigating ambiguity

Responsibilities

  • Lead strategic analysis: Own and deliver commercial analysis projects that identify new opportunities, optimise performance, and solve key business challenges related to the EV salary sacrifice offering
  • Generate data-driven insights: Analyse complex datasets to develop and test hypotheses, uncovering and surfacing actionable insights on areas including conversion, pricing strategies, product mix and customer behaviour
  • Drive business performance: Translate analysis into clear, strategic recommendations aimed at improving key commercial metrics and driving performance
  • Build analytical tools: Design and build commercial models, dashboards, and other analytical tools that embed data-driven decision-making across the organisation
  • Challenge the status quo: Use data to proactively identify inefficiencies and opportunities for improvement within current processes and product offerings, supporting a culture of continuous improvement
  • Communicate effectively: Develop compelling presentations and documents to communicate complex findings and recommendations to senior leaders and cross-functional teams. Coach team members to improve their communication skills
  • Collaborate broadly: Work closely with stakeholders across the business, including Marketing, Growth, Product, and Operations, to understand their needs and deliver targeted, impactful insights
  • Support strategic growth: Contribute to high-level strategic projects, such as market entry strategies or potential acquisitions, providing the necessary data and commercial perspective

Skills

Data Analysis
Strategic Analysis
Pricing Strategy
Product Mix Optimization
Customer Behaviour Analysis
Hypothesis Testing
Commercial Insights
Business Performance Optimization

Octopus Energy

Provides affordable green energy solutions

About Octopus Energy

Octopus Energy provides affordable green energy solutions to households and businesses across multiple countries, including the UK, US, Japan, Germany, New Zealand, and Australia. The company focuses on the renewable energy market and utilizes technology and data to enhance its services. Its main product offerings include direct energy sales to consumers and the licensing of its proprietary Kraken technology platform to other energy providers. This platform helps streamline energy management and improve customer experience. Unlike many competitors, Octopus Energy emphasizes sustainability and offers additional services such as electric vehicle solutions. The company's goal is to make green energy accessible and affordable while promoting the use of renewable resources.

London, United KingdomHeadquarters
2016Year Founded
$2,476.6MTotal Funding
GROWTH_EQUITY_VCCompany Stage
Data & Analytics, Automotive & Transportation, EnergyIndustries
1,001-5,000Employees

Benefits

Health Insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
Paid Vacation
401(k) Company Match
Parental Leave
Flexible Work Hours
Company Equity
OE Group Share Scheme

Risks

Increased competition in renewable energy may impact market share.
Rapid international expansion exposes Octopus to geopolitical risks.
£3 billion repayment to UK government could strain financial resources.

Differentiation

Octopus Energy's Kraken platform optimizes energy usage for zero-bill homes.
The company leads in electric aircraft charging with AeroVolt collaboration.
Octopus Energy's global reach includes partnerships in Brazil and Japan.

Upsides

'Zero Bills' initiative could revolutionize sustainable living in the UK.
Partnership with Energisa opens South American renewable energy market.
Investment in Ocergy enhances offshore wind capabilities globally.

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