Development Portfolio Manager (Italian Speaking) 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

Fluency in Italian
Strong commercial acumen with a proven track record in managing investments, assets and/or development pipelines against investment objectives

Responsibilities

Responsible for the commercial management of multiple development pipelines, working closely with developers to ensure delivery of investment objectives and progress of projects through development milestones to ready to build
Act as the first point of contact with each developer, manage day-to-day coordination and communication with developers and lead operational reviews of pipelines
Lead on value maximisation of each development project including time of exit, sale preparation, revenue contracting, last mile development and other activities ensuring the best returns to investors on exit
Provide strategic oversight and direct management of portfolio companies, providing briefings and solutions to decision makers (such as board directors and fund managers)
Monitor valuation and financial performance of investments to optimise returns and conduct regular assessments of investment and overall portfolio performance against objectives
Identify and mitigate risks related to the performance of the portfolio, enhancing investment resilience and performance
Responsible for implementing, maintaining and enhancing governance frameworks to ensure compliance with internal standards and external regulatory requirements
Work closely with senior management and shareholders of portfolio companies and partners to ensure that governance practices are well-managed and operational processes are optimised
Be an active member of operational committees and an observer on boards
Work within a team of commercial managers and role model execution of day-to-day role, while fostering a culture of empowerment and continuous improvement
Work closely with OEGEN Fund Managers to deliver the overarching fund objectives
Responsible for reporting against the development and investment KPIs

Skills

Key technologies and capabilities for this role

Commercial ManagementRenewables DevelopmentData AnalysisStakeholder CommunicationPortfolio ManagementInvestment AnalysisProject Value MaximisationItalian

Questions & Answers

Common questions about this position

Is this a remote position or does it require office attendance?

The position requires an average of 3 days in the office per week in London, while maintaining a degree of flexibility.

What salary or compensation does this role offer?

This information is not specified in the job description.

What key skills are required for the Development Portfolio Manager role?

The role requires being very commercially minded, understanding renewables development, loving data, clear communication with teams and stakeholders, and fluency in Italian.

What is the team structure and focus at Octopus Energy Generation?

The Development Portfolio Management Team delivers development investments across Europe in five countries, spanning projects from early stage land to ready to build, and works closely with developers.

What makes a strong candidate for this position?

A strong candidate is commercially minded with renewables development knowledge, data-savvy, excellent at clear communication, and fluent in Italian to manage portfolio value maximization and support decision-making.

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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