Development Manager 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
Renewable EnergyIndustries

Requirements

  • Demonstrable experience in a relevant role and industry (taking renewable energy sites from first contact with landowners and land option agreements, to submitting planning applications and getting ready for construction and beyond)
  • Enthusiasm and advocating for developing different renewable technology platforms
  • Excellent organisational and time management skills
  • Strong report writing, reviewing and presentation experience
  • The desire to see tasks/projects through from conception to completion
  • Ability to self motivate in a fast-paced and sometimes ambiguous environment
  • Full UK driving licence

Responsibilities

  • Looking after the project, landowners and other key stakeholders
  • Responsible for key development and grid milestones
  • Prepare and submit planning applications
  • Ensuring relevant legal contracts are in place at different key milestones
  • Prepare reports for financial and decision gateways
  • Attend publicity events such as public consultations
  • Supporting the rest of the team in our combined mission

Skills

Renewable Energy Development
Project Management
Planning Applications
Land Option Agreements
Stakeholder Management
Grid Milestones
Legal Contracts
Report Writing
Public Consultations
Time Management

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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