Octopus Energy is scaling fast - and as we expand our product range (heat pumps, solar, radiators, EV chargers), we're transforming how we work with our logistics partners. We're looking for a commercially minded, outcome-driven 3PL Manager to own the performance, cost, and continuous improvement of all third-party logistics partnerships across Octopus' network - spanning inbound, storage, fulfilment, and distribution. You'll ensure our partners deliver operational excellence, cost efficiency, and sustainability through data-led insight, strong governance, and open-book collaboration. This role sits at the intersection of supplier performance, commercial strategy, and operational delivery - driving accountability and continuous improvement across multiple logistics partners. It's an exciting opportunity for someone who loves combining commercial acumen, data, and collaboration to deliver measurable impact across a fast-moving, purpose-driven supply chain. One of the primary operating locations for this role will be our Harlow site, with additional site visits scheduled based on operational demand. Octopus follows a flexible working policy, so wider working patterns can be arranged around business needs. What you'll do Operational Delivery & Daily Efficiency Be on the ground with our 3PL partners to understand real-time challenges and workflows. Observe loading, routing, and site activities to validate processes and identify improvement opportunities. Troubleshoot issues as they arise and act as the point of escalation for urgent service failures. Lead root cause investigations on missed slots, delivery failures, damages, and system issues. Work with drivers, planners, and warehouse teams to unblock issues quickly and prevent repeat failures. Ensure day to day execution consistently meets agreed SLAs and service standards. Performance & Governance Manage the performance framework for all 3PL partners, including MBRs/QBRs, KPI reviews, and SLA governance. Drive accountability and continuous improvement through clear action tracking and follow up. Lead open book cost and performance reviews with Procurement and Finance. Commercial & Strategic Delivery Track and deliver cost to serve improvements across all 3PL activities (inbound, storage, fulfilment, outbound). Support contract reviews, commercial escalations, and supplier negotiations. Collaborate on strategic projects such as route optimisation, utilisation, network design, and storage efficiency. Develop risk and capacity plans to ensure operational resilience and scalability. Data & Insight Build and maintain reporting tools that enhance visibility of OTIF, SLA compliance, cost, and sustainability metrics. Translate data into actionable insights and share across the wider supply chain team. Collaboration & Improvement Coordinate cross functional input (Ops, Finance, Procurement, CI, Planning) into performance reviews and projects. Support continuous improvement initiatives that enhance service quality and operational efficiency. Promote a culture of partnership, transparency, and innovation across all logistics providers. What you'll need Demonstrated experience managing 3PL or carrier relationships end to end across multiple service areas. Proven track record in performance management, cost optimisation, and continuous improvement. Strong commercial and analytical skills - confident using data to drive decisions. Experience working cross functionally with Finance, Procurement, and Operations. Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement skills. Comfortable operating at all levels - from warehouse floor to leadership presentations. Familiarity with logistics systems, reporting tools (Excel, Power BI), and collaboration platforms (Slack, SharePoint). Strong understanding of open book principles, SLA design, and continuous improvement. Excited by fast paced growth, complex problem solving, and creating structure within scale up environments. Why else you'll love it here Wondering what the salary for this role is? Just ask us! On a call with one of our recruiters it's something we always cover as we genuinely want to match your experience with the correct salary. The reason why we don't advertise is because we honestly have a degree of flexibility and would never want salary to be a reason why someone doesn't apply to Octopus - what's more important to us is finding the right octofit! Octopus Energy Group is aunique culture. An organisation where people learn, decide, and build quicker. Where people work with autonomy, alongside a wide range of amazing co owners, on projects that break new ground. We want your hard work to be rewarded with perks you actually care about! We were recently named the UK's top company to work for, and we ranked in the top ten in the Sunday Times Best Places to Work 2024. Our Group CEO, Greg has recorded a podcast about our culture and how we empower our people. We've also been placed in the top 10 companies for senior leadership. Visit our UK perks hub - Octopus Employee Benefits If this sounds like you then we'd love to hear from you. P.S. Our process usually takes up to 4 weeks, but we'll always do our best to flex around what works for you. Along the way, you'll chat with our recruitment team and your Recruiter will help you throughout different stages. Got any burning questions before then? Drop us a message at and we'd love to help! Are you ready for a career with us? We want to ensure you have all the tools and environment you need to unleash your potential. Need any specific accommodations? Whether you require specific accommodations or have a unique preference, let us know, and we'll do what we can to customise your interview process for comfort and maximum magic! Studies have shown that some groups of people, like women, are less likely to apply to a role unless they meet 100% of the job requirements. Whoever you are, if you like one of our jobs, we encourage you to apply as you might just be the candidate we hire. Across Octopus, we're looking for genuinely decent people who are honest and empathetic. Our people are our strongest asset and the unique skills and perspectives people bring to the team are the driving force of our success. As an equal opportunity employer, we do not discriminate on the basis of any protected attribute. Our commitment is to provide equal opportunities, an inclusive work environment, and fairness for everyone.
Nov 21, 2025
Full time
Octopus Energy is scaling fast - and as we expand our product range (heat pumps, solar, radiators, EV chargers), we're transforming how we work with our logistics partners. We're looking for a commercially minded, outcome-driven 3PL Manager to own the performance, cost, and continuous improvement of all third-party logistics partnerships across Octopus' network - spanning inbound, storage, fulfilment, and distribution. You'll ensure our partners deliver operational excellence, cost efficiency, and sustainability through data-led insight, strong governance, and open-book collaboration. This role sits at the intersection of supplier performance, commercial strategy, and operational delivery - driving accountability and continuous improvement across multiple logistics partners. It's an exciting opportunity for someone who loves combining commercial acumen, data, and collaboration to deliver measurable impact across a fast-moving, purpose-driven supply chain. One of the primary operating locations for this role will be our Harlow site, with additional site visits scheduled based on operational demand. Octopus follows a flexible working policy, so wider working patterns can be arranged around business needs. What you'll do Operational Delivery & Daily Efficiency Be on the ground with our 3PL partners to understand real-time challenges and workflows. Observe loading, routing, and site activities to validate processes and identify improvement opportunities. Troubleshoot issues as they arise and act as the point of escalation for urgent service failures. Lead root cause investigations on missed slots, delivery failures, damages, and system issues. Work with drivers, planners, and warehouse teams to unblock issues quickly and prevent repeat failures. Ensure day to day execution consistently meets agreed SLAs and service standards. Performance & Governance Manage the performance framework for all 3PL partners, including MBRs/QBRs, KPI reviews, and SLA governance. Drive accountability and continuous improvement through clear action tracking and follow up. Lead open book cost and performance reviews with Procurement and Finance. Commercial & Strategic Delivery Track and deliver cost to serve improvements across all 3PL activities (inbound, storage, fulfilment, outbound). Support contract reviews, commercial escalations, and supplier negotiations. Collaborate on strategic projects such as route optimisation, utilisation, network design, and storage efficiency. Develop risk and capacity plans to ensure operational resilience and scalability. Data & Insight Build and maintain reporting tools that enhance visibility of OTIF, SLA compliance, cost, and sustainability metrics. Translate data into actionable insights and share across the wider supply chain team. Collaboration & Improvement Coordinate cross functional input (Ops, Finance, Procurement, CI, Planning) into performance reviews and projects. Support continuous improvement initiatives that enhance service quality and operational efficiency. Promote a culture of partnership, transparency, and innovation across all logistics providers. What you'll need Demonstrated experience managing 3PL or carrier relationships end to end across multiple service areas. Proven track record in performance management, cost optimisation, and continuous improvement. Strong commercial and analytical skills - confident using data to drive decisions. Experience working cross functionally with Finance, Procurement, and Operations. Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement skills. Comfortable operating at all levels - from warehouse floor to leadership presentations. Familiarity with logistics systems, reporting tools (Excel, Power BI), and collaboration platforms (Slack, SharePoint). Strong understanding of open book principles, SLA design, and continuous improvement. Excited by fast paced growth, complex problem solving, and creating structure within scale up environments. Why else you'll love it here Wondering what the salary for this role is? Just ask us! On a call with one of our recruiters it's something we always cover as we genuinely want to match your experience with the correct salary. The reason why we don't advertise is because we honestly have a degree of flexibility and would never want salary to be a reason why someone doesn't apply to Octopus - what's more important to us is finding the right octofit! Octopus Energy Group is aunique culture. An organisation where people learn, decide, and build quicker. Where people work with autonomy, alongside a wide range of amazing co owners, on projects that break new ground. We want your hard work to be rewarded with perks you actually care about! We were recently named the UK's top company to work for, and we ranked in the top ten in the Sunday Times Best Places to Work 2024. Our Group CEO, Greg has recorded a podcast about our culture and how we empower our people. We've also been placed in the top 10 companies for senior leadership. Visit our UK perks hub - Octopus Employee Benefits If this sounds like you then we'd love to hear from you. P.S. Our process usually takes up to 4 weeks, but we'll always do our best to flex around what works for you. Along the way, you'll chat with our recruitment team and your Recruiter will help you throughout different stages. Got any burning questions before then? Drop us a message at and we'd love to help! Are you ready for a career with us? We want to ensure you have all the tools and environment you need to unleash your potential. Need any specific accommodations? Whether you require specific accommodations or have a unique preference, let us know, and we'll do what we can to customise your interview process for comfort and maximum magic! Studies have shown that some groups of people, like women, are less likely to apply to a role unless they meet 100% of the job requirements. Whoever you are, if you like one of our jobs, we encourage you to apply as you might just be the candidate we hire. Across Octopus, we're looking for genuinely decent people who are honest and empathetic. Our people are our strongest asset and the unique skills and perspectives people bring to the team are the driving force of our success. As an equal opportunity employer, we do not discriminate on the basis of any protected attribute. Our commitment is to provide equal opportunities, an inclusive work environment, and fairness for everyone.
Octopus Energy has grown exponentially in its short history. It is now a complex multi-billion turnover international group, which participates in multiple industry verticals including retail utilities, utilities management, generation, EV leasing and software sales. We are committed to innovation, sustainability, and customer satisfaction. We are seeking a highly organised and experienced Payroll Manager to oversee and manage the end-to-end payroll process for approximately 8000 UK employees across multiple locations. This role ensures all employees are paid accurately and on time, in compliance with current UK legislation, tax regulations, and internal policies. You will act as the key point of contact for all payroll-related matters, and liaise with HMRC, pension providers, and other external stakeholders. This is a crucial role within the Finance team, requiring attention to detail, discretion, and strong technical knowledge of UK payroll systems and processes. The ideal candidate has experience in a complex, fast paced & high-volume payroll environment. What you will do: Lead & manage the full payroll cycle, ensuring accurate and timely processing of the monthly payrolls (approx 8000 employees across two payrolls) Liaise with various stakeholders in the business relating to payroll activity. Creation & manipulation of payroll journals for finance leads across the business. Maintain and troubleshoot payroll systems (Hibob). Manage and respond to payroll-related queries from employees, management, and external agencies. Support the UK Reward & Benefits Manager with benefit administration Keep up to date with legal updates, and best practices in payroll operations. Ensure compliance with HMRC regulations, PAYE, National Insurance, and statutory deductions (e.g. SSP, SMP, SPP). Manage pension contributions and auto-enrolment processes in line with The Pensions Regulator requirements. Keep up to date with changes in payroll legislation and best practices, advising the business where necessary. Support Finance with payroll reporting, audits, and data analysis as required. Implement and improve payroll procedures, controls, and systems. What you will need: Minimum 5 years of payroll experience Proven experience in payroll processing, ideally in a Payroll Manager or senior payroll role. Experience managing high-volume, multi-location payroll operations. In-depth knowledge of UK payroll legislation, taxation, and statutory obligations. High level of accuracy and attention to detail. Strong analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills. Ability to manage sensitive and confidential information. Strong proficiency in Microsoft Office, particularly Excel. CIPP Qualification (desirable) Preferred Skills: Experience with Hibob (HRIS & Payroll) Familiarity with auditor requests. Working with & understanding payroll journals Our process usually takes up to 4 weeks, but we'll always do our best to flex around what works for you. Along the way, you'll chat with our recruitment team and your Recruiter will help you throughout different stages. Got any burning questions before then? Drop us a message at and we'd love to help! If this sounds like you then we'd love to hear from you. We want to ensure you have all the tools and environment you need to unleash your potential. Need any specific accommodations? Whether you require specific accommodations or have a unique preference, let us know, and we'll do what we can to customise your interview process for comfort and maximum magic! Studies have shown that some groups of people, like women, are less likely to apply to a role unless they meet 100% of the job requirements. Whoever you are, if you like one of our jobs, we encourage you to apply as you might just be the candidate we hire. Across Octopus, we're looking for genuinely decent people who are honest and empathetic. Our people are our strongest asset and the unique skills and perspectives people bring to the team are the driving force of our success. As an equal opportunity employer, we do not discriminate on the basis of any protected attribute. Our commitment is to provide equal opportunities, an inclusive work environment, and fairness for everyone.
Nov 06, 2025
Full time
Octopus Energy has grown exponentially in its short history. It is now a complex multi-billion turnover international group, which participates in multiple industry verticals including retail utilities, utilities management, generation, EV leasing and software sales. We are committed to innovation, sustainability, and customer satisfaction. We are seeking a highly organised and experienced Payroll Manager to oversee and manage the end-to-end payroll process for approximately 8000 UK employees across multiple locations. This role ensures all employees are paid accurately and on time, in compliance with current UK legislation, tax regulations, and internal policies. You will act as the key point of contact for all payroll-related matters, and liaise with HMRC, pension providers, and other external stakeholders. This is a crucial role within the Finance team, requiring attention to detail, discretion, and strong technical knowledge of UK payroll systems and processes. The ideal candidate has experience in a complex, fast paced & high-volume payroll environment. What you will do: Lead & manage the full payroll cycle, ensuring accurate and timely processing of the monthly payrolls (approx 8000 employees across two payrolls) Liaise with various stakeholders in the business relating to payroll activity. Creation & manipulation of payroll journals for finance leads across the business. Maintain and troubleshoot payroll systems (Hibob). Manage and respond to payroll-related queries from employees, management, and external agencies. Support the UK Reward & Benefits Manager with benefit administration Keep up to date with legal updates, and best practices in payroll operations. Ensure compliance with HMRC regulations, PAYE, National Insurance, and statutory deductions (e.g. SSP, SMP, SPP). Manage pension contributions and auto-enrolment processes in line with The Pensions Regulator requirements. Keep up to date with changes in payroll legislation and best practices, advising the business where necessary. Support Finance with payroll reporting, audits, and data analysis as required. Implement and improve payroll procedures, controls, and systems. What you will need: Minimum 5 years of payroll experience Proven experience in payroll processing, ideally in a Payroll Manager or senior payroll role. Experience managing high-volume, multi-location payroll operations. In-depth knowledge of UK payroll legislation, taxation, and statutory obligations. High level of accuracy and attention to detail. Strong analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills. Ability to manage sensitive and confidential information. Strong proficiency in Microsoft Office, particularly Excel. CIPP Qualification (desirable) Preferred Skills: Experience with Hibob (HRIS & Payroll) Familiarity with auditor requests. Working with & understanding payroll journals Our process usually takes up to 4 weeks, but we'll always do our best to flex around what works for you. Along the way, you'll chat with our recruitment team and your Recruiter will help you throughout different stages. Got any burning questions before then? Drop us a message at and we'd love to help! If this sounds like you then we'd love to hear from you. We want to ensure you have all the tools and environment you need to unleash your potential. Need any specific accommodations? Whether you require specific accommodations or have a unique preference, let us know, and we'll do what we can to customise your interview process for comfort and maximum magic! Studies have shown that some groups of people, like women, are less likely to apply to a role unless they meet 100% of the job requirements. Whoever you are, if you like one of our jobs, we encourage you to apply as you might just be the candidate we hire. Across Octopus, we're looking for genuinely decent people who are honest and empathetic. Our people are our strongest asset and the unique skills and perspectives people bring to the team are the driving force of our success. As an equal opportunity employer, we do not discriminate on the basis of any protected attribute. Our commitment is to provide equal opportunities, an inclusive work environment, and fairness for everyone.
Overview Help us make a big green dent in the universe. We're on a mission to drive the global renewable energy revolution, and weneed loads more people to help us make our vision a reality. Octopus Energy Services is on the lookout for a brilliant General Manager to help us build something brand new: a nationwide scaffolding solution, delivered in partnership with Green Energy Access Solutions. This is a brand new role; all about leadership, drive and ambition. You'll be shaping, growing, and running a service from the ground up - making sure it's safe, efficient, innovative, sustainable, and above all, brilliant for our customers. What matters most is that you're an experienced operational leader who knows how to scale things nationally, bring teams together, and deliver for both customers and clients. If you're excited by the idea of creating and leading a best-in-class scaffolding solution alongside the passion to make it happen - we'd love to hear from you. What you'll do Lead the development and nationwide rollout of a scaffolding solution to support OES projects. Ensure compliance with all relevant health & safety standards, regulations, and company procedures. Build and manage a high-performing team, including recruitment, training, and ongoing professional development. Deliver projects safely, on time, and within budget, maintaining operational excellence across multiple sites. Oversee financial performance including P&L, budgeting, and cost control. Build and nurture long-term relationships with key clients, stakeholders, and contractors. Ensure that customer focus and customer experience remain central to service delivery, embedding a culture of responsiveness, professionalism, and continuous improvement. Drive innovation in scaffolding methods, systems, and operational delivery to enhance efficiency, safety, and customer outcomes. Promote continuous improvement across all aspects of service quality. What you'll need (the essentials!) Strong leadership and operational management background. Proven track record in delivering national or large-scale operational solutions. Excellent commercial awareness, including budgeting, cost control, and client negotiations. High-level communication, stakeholder engagement, and relationship management skills. Demonstrable experience in managing teams across multiple locations. Proven customer focus skills and attributes, with a strong record of delivering outstanding customer experience. Evidence of innovation in operations, processes, or service delivery. Full UK Driving Licence. Preferable (but not essential) Scaffolding and access industry experience. Knowledge of NASC TG20:22 (scaffold compliance) and SG4:22 (fall prevention). CIRS (Construction Industry Scaffolders Record Scheme) qualification. NEBOSH General Certificate (or IOSH Managing Safely as a minimum). CISRS Supervisor/Advanced Scaffolder/Manager Card. Who you'll be A people-first leader who inspires through collaboration, inclusivity, and openness A big picture thinker, able to grow and scale operations right across the UK Obsessed with doing things safely and compliantly - no shortcuts Driven to get results, with a sharp eye on efficiency and performance Not afraid to challenge the norm, always looking for smarter, better ways of working You put customers at the heart of every decision, making sure their experience shines through What you'll get Competitive salary Company vehicle Share options in Octopus Energy Pension scheme Access to benefits platform for a range of other benefits: Benefits information available on request If this sounds like you then we'd love to hear from you. Are you ready for a career with us? We want to ensure you have all the tools and environment you need to unleash your potential. Need any specific accommodations? Whether you require specific accommodations or have a unique preference, let us know, and we'll do what we can to customise your interview process for comfort and maximum magic! Studies have shown that some groups of people, like women, are less likely to apply to a role unless they meet 100% of the job requirements. Whoever you are, if you like one of our jobs, we encourage you to apply as you might just be the candidate we hire. Across Octopus, we're looking for genuinely decent people who are honest and empathetic. Our people are our strongest asset and the unique skills and perspectives people bring to the team are the driving force of our success. As an equal opportunity employer, we do not discriminate on the basis of any protected attribute. Our commitment is to provide equal opportunities, an inclusive work environment, and fairness for everyone.
Nov 03, 2025
Full time
Overview Help us make a big green dent in the universe. We're on a mission to drive the global renewable energy revolution, and weneed loads more people to help us make our vision a reality. Octopus Energy Services is on the lookout for a brilliant General Manager to help us build something brand new: a nationwide scaffolding solution, delivered in partnership with Green Energy Access Solutions. This is a brand new role; all about leadership, drive and ambition. You'll be shaping, growing, and running a service from the ground up - making sure it's safe, efficient, innovative, sustainable, and above all, brilliant for our customers. What matters most is that you're an experienced operational leader who knows how to scale things nationally, bring teams together, and deliver for both customers and clients. If you're excited by the idea of creating and leading a best-in-class scaffolding solution alongside the passion to make it happen - we'd love to hear from you. What you'll do Lead the development and nationwide rollout of a scaffolding solution to support OES projects. Ensure compliance with all relevant health & safety standards, regulations, and company procedures. Build and manage a high-performing team, including recruitment, training, and ongoing professional development. Deliver projects safely, on time, and within budget, maintaining operational excellence across multiple sites. Oversee financial performance including P&L, budgeting, and cost control. Build and nurture long-term relationships with key clients, stakeholders, and contractors. Ensure that customer focus and customer experience remain central to service delivery, embedding a culture of responsiveness, professionalism, and continuous improvement. Drive innovation in scaffolding methods, systems, and operational delivery to enhance efficiency, safety, and customer outcomes. Promote continuous improvement across all aspects of service quality. What you'll need (the essentials!) Strong leadership and operational management background. Proven track record in delivering national or large-scale operational solutions. Excellent commercial awareness, including budgeting, cost control, and client negotiations. High-level communication, stakeholder engagement, and relationship management skills. Demonstrable experience in managing teams across multiple locations. Proven customer focus skills and attributes, with a strong record of delivering outstanding customer experience. Evidence of innovation in operations, processes, or service delivery. Full UK Driving Licence. Preferable (but not essential) Scaffolding and access industry experience. Knowledge of NASC TG20:22 (scaffold compliance) and SG4:22 (fall prevention). CIRS (Construction Industry Scaffolders Record Scheme) qualification. NEBOSH General Certificate (or IOSH Managing Safely as a minimum). CISRS Supervisor/Advanced Scaffolder/Manager Card. Who you'll be A people-first leader who inspires through collaboration, inclusivity, and openness A big picture thinker, able to grow and scale operations right across the UK Obsessed with doing things safely and compliantly - no shortcuts Driven to get results, with a sharp eye on efficiency and performance Not afraid to challenge the norm, always looking for smarter, better ways of working You put customers at the heart of every decision, making sure their experience shines through What you'll get Competitive salary Company vehicle Share options in Octopus Energy Pension scheme Access to benefits platform for a range of other benefits: Benefits information available on request If this sounds like you then we'd love to hear from you. Are you ready for a career with us? We want to ensure you have all the tools and environment you need to unleash your potential. Need any specific accommodations? Whether you require specific accommodations or have a unique preference, let us know, and we'll do what we can to customise your interview process for comfort and maximum magic! Studies have shown that some groups of people, like women, are less likely to apply to a role unless they meet 100% of the job requirements. Whoever you are, if you like one of our jobs, we encourage you to apply as you might just be the candidate we hire. Across Octopus, we're looking for genuinely decent people who are honest and empathetic. Our people are our strongest asset and the unique skills and perspectives people bring to the team are the driving force of our success. As an equal opportunity employer, we do not discriminate on the basis of any protected attribute. Our commitment is to provide equal opportunities, an inclusive work environment, and fairness for everyone.
At Octopus, we're entrepreneurs and we're investors, on a mission to back the people, ideas and industries that will change the world. We think working here is great, but we're understandably biased. Clickhere to explore Life at Octopus. About the Role What's in it for you? As the Head of Valuations for Octopus Ventures you'll lead Ventures' valuation strategy across all investment vehicles, both listed and unlisted funds. You'llbe responsible for the ongoing development and implementation of those valuation policies, shaping the valuation process, reporting and analysis, managing a high-performing team, and ensuring robust, transparent, and compliant valuation practices that support the firm's growth and investment objectives. Leading a team of four, you'll be responsible for the preparation of portfolio valuations across all our funds - comprising VCTs, EIS and LP/GP funds - and be a key contributor to investment track record analysis. The team: Octopus Ventures, part of Octopus Group, is one of the largest VCs in Europe.We back founders who are changing the world for the better. We invest where we can make the greatest positive impact, getting behind businesses that put people, community and the environment first. Our teams are sector experts focusing on seven exciting and meaningful areas: B2B Software, Bio, Climate, Consumer, Deep Tech, Fintech and Health. We build long-lasting relationships with founders, investing as early as an idea on a page and supporting at every stage of growth - with funding, but also with humility and hands-on support for founders and their teams. Understanding, monitoring and reporting on the performance of our portfolio post-investment is an important function of our business. The valuations team is an independent function within Octopus Ventures and is responsible for valuing all the portfolio companies we are invested in and reporting on the performance of the Ventures' funds. We work closely with the Investment Managers to understand valuation drivers within our portfolio companies, the investment thesis, and company performance. We also work hand-in-hand with finance and operations teams to produce internal reporting, both Retail and LP investor reporting and Annual Reports, and other material key for Ventures' stakeholder management. In addition, we also prepare fund performance analysis to help inform portfolio management decisions. What will you be doing? Lead the periodic valuation processes across OV's portfolio in line with International Private Equity and Venture Capital Valuation Guidelines, and ensure compliance with relevant accounting standards (e.g. IFRS, UK GAAP), regulatory requirements, and industry best practices. Present valuation insights and trends to key internal and external stakeholders. Preparation and presentation of materials required to support the valuation approval process for relevant governance committees and Fund Boards. Liaise with Board representatives, Auditors and Fund Finance to resolve any queries and ensure timely approval of both public and private fund NAVs. Implement and oversee controls and audit trails to ensure transparency and defensibility of valuations. Develop, document, and maintain the Ventures valuation policies, ensuring consistency, accuracy, and regulatory compliance. Lead in providing in-house expertise on venture capital deal terms, preference stacks, and equity structures in relation to valuations. Guide the Ventures Valuation Team to build and maintain detailed waterfall models to accurately reflect liquidation preferences, option pools, convertibles, and other structural features. Stay abreast of evolving market conditions, regulatory, tax, and accounting frameworks impacting valuations. Understand and contribute to various aspects of fund management as needed, and collaborate closely with OV Operations and OV Fund Finance to ensure seamless integration of valuation outputs into wider fund reporting, governance, and investor communications. Represent OV Valuations both internally and externally. Build, lead, and develop the Ventures Valuations team, fostering a culture of high performance, accountability, and continuous learning. Fund Performance and Data Provide clear, data-driven analysis of portfolio performance and valuation drivers and movements, and in turn suitably support preparation of investor reports with this context. Be a core contributor to the portfolio data function within OV. Partner with the newly formed Portfolio Optimisation team to support achieving optimal portfolio outcomes, including in scenario modelling, exit forecasting, and fund performance analysis. Supporting the Partners with preparation of presentations (alongside Marketing) to be used for fundraising, Annual General Meetings and Board meetings. Qualifications Valuation experience, in a consulting firm or in house (in a senior role), working on portfolio valuations for private equity, venture capital or alternative investment space Strong understanding of International Private Equity and Venture Capital Valuation Guidelines, and valuation techniques for venture capital, private equity, and public markets. Track record of leading valuation processes and engaging with Auditors, Boards, and/or Regulators. Venture capital knowledge: Deep technical expertise in venture capital deal structures, cap tables, preference waterfalls, and fund economics. Familiarity with fund structures, NAV calculations, and investor reporting. Professional Judgment and analytical rigor: Sound commercial judgment and high ethical standards, critical thinking, and ability to assess uncertainty and value in early-stage, high-growth companies, and under pressure. Project Management: Highly organized, able to manage competing priorities and large-scale valuation workflows across a wide portfolio of portfolio companies and OV funds/products. Superior Excel skills. Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel, including financial modelling, scenario analysis, and working with large data sets. Experience building and reviewing valuation models is essential. Performance manager: Proven experience as a people manager, with responsibility for performance management, coaching, and team development. Essential Qualifications: ACA / ACCA qualified or CFA charter holder with valuation experience is essential A competitive salary, bonus, pension and share incentive plan ️ Untracked holiday Hybrid working - our people spend 3 days a week in the office Anchor (our wellness hub) which includes Headspace, one to one coaching through Wellness Cloud, Digital GP, Shout & more Up to 6 months paid parental leave regardless of gender ️ Life insurance, critical illness cover and income protection Private medical insurance for you and your family Electric vehicle leasing Our Values At our core, we believe that how a company behaves is just as important as what it does. That's why we chose to become an accredited B Corp (the equivalent of a Fairtrade coffee stamp but for companies) and to change our Articles of Association so that the interests all our stakeholders - employees, customers, communities, environment and shareholders - are considered in every decision we make. We are committed to building a workplace where diversity is valued, and inclusion is a priority. By providing equal opportunities for growth and development, we embrace and celebrate all races, genders, religions, sexual orientations, ages, disabilities, and socio-economic backgrounds. We believe teams achieve their best when every member feels safe, respected and empowered to be their authentic selves. We're proud to be disability confident and are committed to supporting candidates with a disability, including neurodiversity and mental health conditions, throughout the recruitment process. Applicants are welcome to opt-in to the disability confident scheme as part of our application process. If you require any adjustments to the interview process, we'll be happy to accommodate where possible.
Nov 03, 2025
Full time
At Octopus, we're entrepreneurs and we're investors, on a mission to back the people, ideas and industries that will change the world. We think working here is great, but we're understandably biased. Clickhere to explore Life at Octopus. About the Role What's in it for you? As the Head of Valuations for Octopus Ventures you'll lead Ventures' valuation strategy across all investment vehicles, both listed and unlisted funds. You'llbe responsible for the ongoing development and implementation of those valuation policies, shaping the valuation process, reporting and analysis, managing a high-performing team, and ensuring robust, transparent, and compliant valuation practices that support the firm's growth and investment objectives. Leading a team of four, you'll be responsible for the preparation of portfolio valuations across all our funds - comprising VCTs, EIS and LP/GP funds - and be a key contributor to investment track record analysis. The team: Octopus Ventures, part of Octopus Group, is one of the largest VCs in Europe.We back founders who are changing the world for the better. We invest where we can make the greatest positive impact, getting behind businesses that put people, community and the environment first. Our teams are sector experts focusing on seven exciting and meaningful areas: B2B Software, Bio, Climate, Consumer, Deep Tech, Fintech and Health. We build long-lasting relationships with founders, investing as early as an idea on a page and supporting at every stage of growth - with funding, but also with humility and hands-on support for founders and their teams. Understanding, monitoring and reporting on the performance of our portfolio post-investment is an important function of our business. The valuations team is an independent function within Octopus Ventures and is responsible for valuing all the portfolio companies we are invested in and reporting on the performance of the Ventures' funds. We work closely with the Investment Managers to understand valuation drivers within our portfolio companies, the investment thesis, and company performance. We also work hand-in-hand with finance and operations teams to produce internal reporting, both Retail and LP investor reporting and Annual Reports, and other material key for Ventures' stakeholder management. In addition, we also prepare fund performance analysis to help inform portfolio management decisions. What will you be doing? Lead the periodic valuation processes across OV's portfolio in line with International Private Equity and Venture Capital Valuation Guidelines, and ensure compliance with relevant accounting standards (e.g. IFRS, UK GAAP), regulatory requirements, and industry best practices. Present valuation insights and trends to key internal and external stakeholders. Preparation and presentation of materials required to support the valuation approval process for relevant governance committees and Fund Boards. Liaise with Board representatives, Auditors and Fund Finance to resolve any queries and ensure timely approval of both public and private fund NAVs. Implement and oversee controls and audit trails to ensure transparency and defensibility of valuations. Develop, document, and maintain the Ventures valuation policies, ensuring consistency, accuracy, and regulatory compliance. Lead in providing in-house expertise on venture capital deal terms, preference stacks, and equity structures in relation to valuations. Guide the Ventures Valuation Team to build and maintain detailed waterfall models to accurately reflect liquidation preferences, option pools, convertibles, and other structural features. Stay abreast of evolving market conditions, regulatory, tax, and accounting frameworks impacting valuations. Understand and contribute to various aspects of fund management as needed, and collaborate closely with OV Operations and OV Fund Finance to ensure seamless integration of valuation outputs into wider fund reporting, governance, and investor communications. Represent OV Valuations both internally and externally. Build, lead, and develop the Ventures Valuations team, fostering a culture of high performance, accountability, and continuous learning. Fund Performance and Data Provide clear, data-driven analysis of portfolio performance and valuation drivers and movements, and in turn suitably support preparation of investor reports with this context. Be a core contributor to the portfolio data function within OV. Partner with the newly formed Portfolio Optimisation team to support achieving optimal portfolio outcomes, including in scenario modelling, exit forecasting, and fund performance analysis. Supporting the Partners with preparation of presentations (alongside Marketing) to be used for fundraising, Annual General Meetings and Board meetings. Qualifications Valuation experience, in a consulting firm or in house (in a senior role), working on portfolio valuations for private equity, venture capital or alternative investment space Strong understanding of International Private Equity and Venture Capital Valuation Guidelines, and valuation techniques for venture capital, private equity, and public markets. Track record of leading valuation processes and engaging with Auditors, Boards, and/or Regulators. Venture capital knowledge: Deep technical expertise in venture capital deal structures, cap tables, preference waterfalls, and fund economics. Familiarity with fund structures, NAV calculations, and investor reporting. Professional Judgment and analytical rigor: Sound commercial judgment and high ethical standards, critical thinking, and ability to assess uncertainty and value in early-stage, high-growth companies, and under pressure. Project Management: Highly organized, able to manage competing priorities and large-scale valuation workflows across a wide portfolio of portfolio companies and OV funds/products. Superior Excel skills. Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel, including financial modelling, scenario analysis, and working with large data sets. Experience building and reviewing valuation models is essential. Performance manager: Proven experience as a people manager, with responsibility for performance management, coaching, and team development. Essential Qualifications: ACA / ACCA qualified or CFA charter holder with valuation experience is essential A competitive salary, bonus, pension and share incentive plan ️ Untracked holiday Hybrid working - our people spend 3 days a week in the office Anchor (our wellness hub) which includes Headspace, one to one coaching through Wellness Cloud, Digital GP, Shout & more Up to 6 months paid parental leave regardless of gender ️ Life insurance, critical illness cover and income protection Private medical insurance for you and your family Electric vehicle leasing Our Values At our core, we believe that how a company behaves is just as important as what it does. That's why we chose to become an accredited B Corp (the equivalent of a Fairtrade coffee stamp but for companies) and to change our Articles of Association so that the interests all our stakeholders - employees, customers, communities, environment and shareholders - are considered in every decision we make. We are committed to building a workplace where diversity is valued, and inclusion is a priority. By providing equal opportunities for growth and development, we embrace and celebrate all races, genders, religions, sexual orientations, ages, disabilities, and socio-economic backgrounds. We believe teams achieve their best when every member feels safe, respected and empowered to be their authentic selves. We're proud to be disability confident and are committed to supporting candidates with a disability, including neurodiversity and mental health conditions, throughout the recruitment process. Applicants are welcome to opt-in to the disability confident scheme as part of our application process. If you require any adjustments to the interview process, we'll be happy to accommodate where possible.
Octopus Energy started with a bold idea: to build Britain's first truly digital energy supplier. By combining world class tech with brilliant humans who care deeply about customers and driving the renewable energy transition, we made it happen and earlier this year, we became Britain's largest energy supplier. Now, we're scaling fast and building the next generation of products to accelerate the green energy transition. From making it effortless to switch to heat pumps, solar and EVs, to launching smart tariffs and creating renewable generation at scale, we're solving some of the most complex challenges in energy with speed, creativity and customer obsession. We're also enabling our global businesses to reach the full capability of what we've achieved in the UK, taking the learnings, products and experiences that customers love here and rolling them out worldwide. At Octopus Energy Engineering, you'll have real ownership, variety, and the chance to shape products that make a tangible difference in people's lives - lowering bills, enabling greener living, and delivering experiences customers genuinely love. You'll work side by side with teams across marketing, operations, and data, and see the impact of your work in the real world, fast. We are looking for a Senior Backend Engineer - TypeScript, to join our Devices team. Devices is a cross functional team within OE Engineering, responsible for developing and maintaining Octopus Energy's hardware products and features. Our ideal engineer would be an individual who loves to engage with interesting software problems, with an interest in backend/cloud development and the passion to build and shape the future within a collaborative, community based environment. Engineers in Devices will enjoy collaborating with the wider team, and work with other disciplines to solve problems holistically across multiple products. We embrace flat hierarchies and an open, agile culture that fosters innovation, flexibility, and creativity. This is an opportunity to focus on ambitious, high impact work that's a fundamental part of driving the global shift to clean, smart energy. We don't hang our personalities up with our coats and nor should you. At Octopus, we hire great people who get stuff done, all whilst being themselves. If this sounds exciting, we'd love to chat. What you'll do Design, build, and maintain high performance reusable & reliable code Ensure the best possible performance, reliability, and quality of the KrakenFlex platform Contribute to the development of new products and features for our in house hardware Contribute to the software engineering culture here at Octopus Energy Collaborate regularly with colleagues with many different professional specialities to create innovative solutions that delight our customers and colleagues Work as part of a team of engineers, regularly seeking feedback and growing your skills as technical professionals What you'll have In depth industry experience in software development & design Proven experience in either Typescript or Node.Js Experience with AWS or similar cloud providers, and serverless technologies e.g. AWS Lambda, Kinesis, DynamoDB, API Gateway A drive to get things done in a collaborative, agile development environment A proven ability to perform well in a fast paced environment Excellent analytical and multitasking skills It would be great if you had Experience developing, securing, or operating cloud scale applications or infrastructure; ideally terraform or cloudformation Familiarity with container technologies (Docker, Kubernetes etc) and passion for improving the way cloud applications are built Why else you'll love it here Wondering what the salary for this role is? Just ask us! On a call with one of our recruiters it's something we always cover as we genuinely want to match your experience with the correct salary. The reason why we don't advertise is because we honestly have a degree of flexibility and would never want salary to be a reason why someone doesn't apply to Octopus - what's more important to us is finding the right octofit! Octopus Energy Group is a unique culture. An organisation where people learn, decide, and build quicker. Where people work with autonomy, alongside a wide range of amazing co owners, on projects that break new ground. We want your hard work to be rewarded with perks you actually care about! We've also been placed in the Visit our UK perks hub - Octopus Employee Benefits We would prefer someone who can work in our London office but will consider remote candidates. However, you do need to be able to work in the UK. Our process usually takes up to 4 weeks, but we'll always do our best to flex around what works for you. Along the way, you'll chat with our recruitment team and your Recruiter will help you throughout different stages. Got any burning questions before then? Drop us a message at and we'd love to help! If this sounds like you then we'd love to hear from you. Are you ready for a career with us? We want to ensure you have all the tools and environment you need to unleash your potential. Need any specific accommodations? Whether you require specific accommodations or have a unique preference, let us know, and we'll do what we can to customise your interview process for comfort and maximum magic! Studies have shown that some groups of people, like women, are less likely to apply to a role unless they meet 100% of the job requirements. Whoever you are, if you like one of our jobs, we encourage you to apply as you might just be the candidate we hire. Across Octopus, we're looking for genuinely decent people who are honest and empathetic. Our people are our strongest asset and the unique skills and perspectives people bring to the team are the driving force of our success. As an equal opportunity employer, we do not discriminate on the basis of any protected attribute. Our commitment is to provide equal opportunities, an inclusive work environment, and fairness for everyone. As an equal opportunity employer, we do not discriminate on the basis of any protected attribute. Our commitment is to provide equal opportunities, an inclusive work environment, and fairness for everyone.
Oct 31, 2025
Full time
Octopus Energy started with a bold idea: to build Britain's first truly digital energy supplier. By combining world class tech with brilliant humans who care deeply about customers and driving the renewable energy transition, we made it happen and earlier this year, we became Britain's largest energy supplier. Now, we're scaling fast and building the next generation of products to accelerate the green energy transition. From making it effortless to switch to heat pumps, solar and EVs, to launching smart tariffs and creating renewable generation at scale, we're solving some of the most complex challenges in energy with speed, creativity and customer obsession. We're also enabling our global businesses to reach the full capability of what we've achieved in the UK, taking the learnings, products and experiences that customers love here and rolling them out worldwide. At Octopus Energy Engineering, you'll have real ownership, variety, and the chance to shape products that make a tangible difference in people's lives - lowering bills, enabling greener living, and delivering experiences customers genuinely love. You'll work side by side with teams across marketing, operations, and data, and see the impact of your work in the real world, fast. We are looking for a Senior Backend Engineer - TypeScript, to join our Devices team. Devices is a cross functional team within OE Engineering, responsible for developing and maintaining Octopus Energy's hardware products and features. Our ideal engineer would be an individual who loves to engage with interesting software problems, with an interest in backend/cloud development and the passion to build and shape the future within a collaborative, community based environment. Engineers in Devices will enjoy collaborating with the wider team, and work with other disciplines to solve problems holistically across multiple products. We embrace flat hierarchies and an open, agile culture that fosters innovation, flexibility, and creativity. This is an opportunity to focus on ambitious, high impact work that's a fundamental part of driving the global shift to clean, smart energy. We don't hang our personalities up with our coats and nor should you. At Octopus, we hire great people who get stuff done, all whilst being themselves. If this sounds exciting, we'd love to chat. What you'll do Design, build, and maintain high performance reusable & reliable code Ensure the best possible performance, reliability, and quality of the KrakenFlex platform Contribute to the development of new products and features for our in house hardware Contribute to the software engineering culture here at Octopus Energy Collaborate regularly with colleagues with many different professional specialities to create innovative solutions that delight our customers and colleagues Work as part of a team of engineers, regularly seeking feedback and growing your skills as technical professionals What you'll have In depth industry experience in software development & design Proven experience in either Typescript or Node.Js Experience with AWS or similar cloud providers, and serverless technologies e.g. AWS Lambda, Kinesis, DynamoDB, API Gateway A drive to get things done in a collaborative, agile development environment A proven ability to perform well in a fast paced environment Excellent analytical and multitasking skills It would be great if you had Experience developing, securing, or operating cloud scale applications or infrastructure; ideally terraform or cloudformation Familiarity with container technologies (Docker, Kubernetes etc) and passion for improving the way cloud applications are built Why else you'll love it here Wondering what the salary for this role is? Just ask us! On a call with one of our recruiters it's something we always cover as we genuinely want to match your experience with the correct salary. The reason why we don't advertise is because we honestly have a degree of flexibility and would never want salary to be a reason why someone doesn't apply to Octopus - what's more important to us is finding the right octofit! Octopus Energy Group is a unique culture. An organisation where people learn, decide, and build quicker. Where people work with autonomy, alongside a wide range of amazing co owners, on projects that break new ground. We want your hard work to be rewarded with perks you actually care about! We've also been placed in the Visit our UK perks hub - Octopus Employee Benefits We would prefer someone who can work in our London office but will consider remote candidates. However, you do need to be able to work in the UK. Our process usually takes up to 4 weeks, but we'll always do our best to flex around what works for you. Along the way, you'll chat with our recruitment team and your Recruiter will help you throughout different stages. Got any burning questions before then? Drop us a message at and we'd love to help! If this sounds like you then we'd love to hear from you. Are you ready for a career with us? We want to ensure you have all the tools and environment you need to unleash your potential. Need any specific accommodations? Whether you require specific accommodations or have a unique preference, let us know, and we'll do what we can to customise your interview process for comfort and maximum magic! Studies have shown that some groups of people, like women, are less likely to apply to a role unless they meet 100% of the job requirements. Whoever you are, if you like one of our jobs, we encourage you to apply as you might just be the candidate we hire. Across Octopus, we're looking for genuinely decent people who are honest and empathetic. Our people are our strongest asset and the unique skills and perspectives people bring to the team are the driving force of our success. As an equal opportunity employer, we do not discriminate on the basis of any protected attribute. Our commitment is to provide equal opportunities, an inclusive work environment, and fairness for everyone. As an equal opportunity employer, we do not discriminate on the basis of any protected attribute. Our commitment is to provide equal opportunities, an inclusive work environment, and fairness for everyone.