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.
Oct 06, 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.
We believe energy should be better - for you and the environment. We're a leading energy technology (EnTech) company, providing a better experience for our customers through transparency, honesty and simplicity. Better for the planet, through real long-term investment in renewable generation and a low CO2 future. We make energy green and flexible for consumers, with fair and transparent pricing. We're on a mission to make energy greener, fairer, and genuinely better for people. Our global energy revolution is backed by Generation, the sustainable fund co-chaired by Al Gore. To succeed with this mission, we need excellent technical people who want to use their skills on the biggest challenge the planet is facing. We're proud to be Europe's best-funded green tech start-up, and one of Glassdoor's Best Places to Work. We're also the most awarded energy supplier in the UK, and have been Which? Recommended eight years in a row. What will you be doing? Octopus Energy Engineering is responsible for the sites, services, and tariffs that are used by the millions of Octopus Energy customers worldwide. From building the latest, cutting-edge time-of-use tariffs, to helping customers actually enjoy tasks like providing meter readings through our wheel of fortune - and everything in between. You'll find a wide variety of challenges in the work we do as we help push the energy revolution forward. Our teams are multi-disciplined and collaborate between countries, meaning you have what you need to get the right people together and build the next great thing. We are looking for a Backend Engineer II to join our Global Backend team at OE Engineering. The Global Backend team are the powerhouse behind our mission to build the future of energy tech, working on a new backend codebase to be used by all our global Octopus Energy teams. You'll help migrate and maintain the systems that power flagship features like Saving Sessions and Octoplus, as well as working cross-functionally with other teams to develop features with scalability in mind - shaping the future of low-carbon living, from heat pumps to EV chargers to solar panels. This is an opportunity to focus on ambitious, high-impact work that's driving the global shift to clean, smart energy. What you'll have We're looking for someone with a general interest in technology and problem-solving; someone diligent and thoughtful. It would be helpful to have experience/expertise in the following (in rough priority order): Python Django (or equiv. web framework) Domain modelling GraphQL Writing robust and fault-tolerant software Celery and async processing Postgres Plus experience in the following would be a bonus: AWS React and Redux 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 won best company to work for in 2022, on Glassdoor we were voted 50 best places to work in 2022 and 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 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.
Oct 01, 2025
Full time
We believe energy should be better - for you and the environment. We're a leading energy technology (EnTech) company, providing a better experience for our customers through transparency, honesty and simplicity. Better for the planet, through real long-term investment in renewable generation and a low CO2 future. We make energy green and flexible for consumers, with fair and transparent pricing. We're on a mission to make energy greener, fairer, and genuinely better for people. Our global energy revolution is backed by Generation, the sustainable fund co-chaired by Al Gore. To succeed with this mission, we need excellent technical people who want to use their skills on the biggest challenge the planet is facing. We're proud to be Europe's best-funded green tech start-up, and one of Glassdoor's Best Places to Work. We're also the most awarded energy supplier in the UK, and have been Which? Recommended eight years in a row. What will you be doing? Octopus Energy Engineering is responsible for the sites, services, and tariffs that are used by the millions of Octopus Energy customers worldwide. From building the latest, cutting-edge time-of-use tariffs, to helping customers actually enjoy tasks like providing meter readings through our wheel of fortune - and everything in between. You'll find a wide variety of challenges in the work we do as we help push the energy revolution forward. Our teams are multi-disciplined and collaborate between countries, meaning you have what you need to get the right people together and build the next great thing. We are looking for a Backend Engineer II to join our Global Backend team at OE Engineering. The Global Backend team are the powerhouse behind our mission to build the future of energy tech, working on a new backend codebase to be used by all our global Octopus Energy teams. You'll help migrate and maintain the systems that power flagship features like Saving Sessions and Octoplus, as well as working cross-functionally with other teams to develop features with scalability in mind - shaping the future of low-carbon living, from heat pumps to EV chargers to solar panels. This is an opportunity to focus on ambitious, high-impact work that's driving the global shift to clean, smart energy. What you'll have We're looking for someone with a general interest in technology and problem-solving; someone diligent and thoughtful. It would be helpful to have experience/expertise in the following (in rough priority order): Python Django (or equiv. web framework) Domain modelling GraphQL Writing robust and fault-tolerant software Celery and async processing Postgres Plus experience in the following would be a bonus: AWS React and Redux 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 won best company to work for in 2022, on Glassdoor we were voted 50 best places to work in 2022 and 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 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.
What we do Electric Car Leasing Why we do it Greener. Fairer. Future. Role overview We're looking for a highly skilled Customer Care (Complaints and customer feedback) Team Lead to oversee our team who'll investigate and analyse customer complaints in regulated and non-regulated environments over a parental leave cover of 12 months. The ideal candidate will possess excellent internal and external communication skills, a strong curiosity for all things complaints, and the ability to motivate a team to deliver fair outcomes to our customers, with exceptional attention to detail. What you'll do Thoroughly investigate and analyse all escalated complaints Handle complex inbound and outbound communication with customers in a calm and assertive way Working closely with our Operations and Customer Success teams to deliver data-led performance monitoring, aligned to individual and team wide objectives Use several data sources to monitor performance across metric scorecards and regular reporting against KPIs/SLAs Communicate with internal and external parties, as needed, to investigate and close complaints Ensure regulatory compliance, including meeting SLAs and liaising with the Financial Ombudsman Service and the British Vehicle Rental and Leasing Association (BVRLA) for escalated complaints Maintain and update the complaints database with accurate information Make recommendations for fair redress and remedial actions Ensure all complaints are documented according to policies and procedures Provide root cause analysis and notify senior management of trends to make recommendations for customer experience improvement What you'll need Proven ability to lead and motivate teams effectively - this is vital! Exceptional people skills with the capability to communicate effectively and drive a team to consistently deliver on our exceptional customer experience. Proven Complaint Handling experience in an FCA regulated environment High level understanding of the FCA's DISP regulations Excellent written and verbal communication skills Ability to build strong relationships with internal and external partners (power of persuasion) Experience in data analysis Experience in suggesting and implementing business improvements based on feedback Experience in Financial Ombudsman Service and/or British Vehicle Rental and Leasing Association (BVRLA) liaison and case management About us The electric revolution has arrived - and from 2035 you'll no longer be able to buy a new petrol or diesel car in the UK. We're building a whole new way for drivers to join the electric charge and not only learn about and shop for their EV online, but experience a 'lease for life' through an industry changing customer experience. This is the chance to join one of the UK's most exciting start-ups - making it easy for individuals and businesses to go electric by getting their car, charger and energy all in one cracking deal. Octopus Electric Vehicles launched in 2018 to make it seamless to switch to cleaner, greener driving. Our mission is to drive sustainable change, decarbonise the planet and provide our customers with fair pricing and a fantastic experience. We're an Octopus Energy company-an innovative new energy supplier. We are part of the Octopus Energy Group, which seeks to improve the lives of millions of people by transforming the industries we operate in. The Octopus Group incorporates Octopus Energy, Octopus Healthcare, Octopus Investments, Octopus Property, Octopus Ventures and Octopus Labs. If this sounds like you then we'd love to hear from you. 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! We are an equal opportunity employer and 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 01, 2025
Full time
What we do Electric Car Leasing Why we do it Greener. Fairer. Future. Role overview We're looking for a highly skilled Customer Care (Complaints and customer feedback) Team Lead to oversee our team who'll investigate and analyse customer complaints in regulated and non-regulated environments over a parental leave cover of 12 months. The ideal candidate will possess excellent internal and external communication skills, a strong curiosity for all things complaints, and the ability to motivate a team to deliver fair outcomes to our customers, with exceptional attention to detail. What you'll do Thoroughly investigate and analyse all escalated complaints Handle complex inbound and outbound communication with customers in a calm and assertive way Working closely with our Operations and Customer Success teams to deliver data-led performance monitoring, aligned to individual and team wide objectives Use several data sources to monitor performance across metric scorecards and regular reporting against KPIs/SLAs Communicate with internal and external parties, as needed, to investigate and close complaints Ensure regulatory compliance, including meeting SLAs and liaising with the Financial Ombudsman Service and the British Vehicle Rental and Leasing Association (BVRLA) for escalated complaints Maintain and update the complaints database with accurate information Make recommendations for fair redress and remedial actions Ensure all complaints are documented according to policies and procedures Provide root cause analysis and notify senior management of trends to make recommendations for customer experience improvement What you'll need Proven ability to lead and motivate teams effectively - this is vital! Exceptional people skills with the capability to communicate effectively and drive a team to consistently deliver on our exceptional customer experience. Proven Complaint Handling experience in an FCA regulated environment High level understanding of the FCA's DISP regulations Excellent written and verbal communication skills Ability to build strong relationships with internal and external partners (power of persuasion) Experience in data analysis Experience in suggesting and implementing business improvements based on feedback Experience in Financial Ombudsman Service and/or British Vehicle Rental and Leasing Association (BVRLA) liaison and case management About us The electric revolution has arrived - and from 2035 you'll no longer be able to buy a new petrol or diesel car in the UK. We're building a whole new way for drivers to join the electric charge and not only learn about and shop for their EV online, but experience a 'lease for life' through an industry changing customer experience. This is the chance to join one of the UK's most exciting start-ups - making it easy for individuals and businesses to go electric by getting their car, charger and energy all in one cracking deal. Octopus Electric Vehicles launched in 2018 to make it seamless to switch to cleaner, greener driving. Our mission is to drive sustainable change, decarbonise the planet and provide our customers with fair pricing and a fantastic experience. We're an Octopus Energy company-an innovative new energy supplier. We are part of the Octopus Energy Group, which seeks to improve the lives of millions of people by transforming the industries we operate in. The Octopus Group incorporates Octopus Energy, Octopus Healthcare, Octopus Investments, Octopus Property, Octopus Ventures and Octopus Labs. If this sounds like you then we'd love to hear from you. 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! We are an equal opportunity employer and 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.
Sep 28, 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.
About Octopus Electroverse We're making electric vehicle charging as smart and as simple as possible, by building the giant, virtual charging platform of the future. In just four years, Octopus Electroverse has grown to become one of the largest eMobility players globally, with over 900,000 connected electric vehicle chargers and a customer ecosystem spanning web, iOS, Android, CarPlay, Android Auto & Automotive OS, and more. But it's just the start: we're busy expanding internationally, working with more automotive and tech partners, building exciting new features at scale, and creating the integrated charging experiences of the future - all in the name of making public EV charging super simple for customers. Electroverse is a multifunctional team made up of product, development, commercial, operations, marketing, partnerships and more - all focused together on making Octopus the go-to name in EV charging. We're looking for someone who's passionate about code, curious, and eager to learn. You'll be working alongside the frontend team that provides services for our Electric Universe ecosystem in the electric vehicle and electrification space. This is an early stage project which will give you the chance to have a huge impact and, given our ambitions in the electrification space, influence how the frontend grows to meet new challenges and create a wider ecosystem. Overall you'll work with a small, high-energy project team to bring the product to life - an exciting opportunity to work like a start-up within a rapidly scaling EnTech business. What you'll do Work in the frontend team that provides services for our Electroverse ecosystem in the electric vehicle & electrification space. Work within a growing project which will give you the chance to have a huge impact and - given Octopus's ambitions in the electrification space - influence how the frontend grows to meet new challenges and create a wider ecosystem. Overall you'll work with a small, high-energy project team to bring the product to life - an exciting opportunity to work like a start-up within a rapidly scaling EnTech business. What you'll have Experience with JavaScript frameworks, bonus marks for React experience. Experience in crafting mobile-first responsive sites for a range of devices. Can write solid, semantic HTML Know how to develop websites that meet AAA accessibility guidelines. Can create code that works consistently across different browsers and platforms. Can take a wireframe or Figma designs and bring them to life in code. We're looking for someone who thrives on solving tough problems. Someone who can challenge those around them, and be challenged, while delivering delightful experiences for our internal and external customers. Our stack React TypeScript Next.js GraphQL & Apollo Tailwind Jest & React Testing Library 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 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 won best company to work for in 2022, on Glassdoor we were voted 50 best places to work in 2022 and our Group CEO, Greg has recorded a podcast about our culture and how we empower our people Visit our perks hub - Octopus Employee Benefits We would prefer someone who can work in our London office 1-2 times a week, but if you are based outside of London, we are also open to remote working. You do need to be able to work in the UK. We're very excited to be growing our team. We're looking for skills and experience to help shape and define the future of not only our team, but the wider business at a global scale. If you're reading this and grinning, please apply! There are huge challenges to tackle, and we need amazing people who are keen to get stuck in. 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.
Sep 11, 2025
Full time
About Octopus Electroverse We're making electric vehicle charging as smart and as simple as possible, by building the giant, virtual charging platform of the future. In just four years, Octopus Electroverse has grown to become one of the largest eMobility players globally, with over 900,000 connected electric vehicle chargers and a customer ecosystem spanning web, iOS, Android, CarPlay, Android Auto & Automotive OS, and more. But it's just the start: we're busy expanding internationally, working with more automotive and tech partners, building exciting new features at scale, and creating the integrated charging experiences of the future - all in the name of making public EV charging super simple for customers. Electroverse is a multifunctional team made up of product, development, commercial, operations, marketing, partnerships and more - all focused together on making Octopus the go-to name in EV charging. We're looking for someone who's passionate about code, curious, and eager to learn. You'll be working alongside the frontend team that provides services for our Electric Universe ecosystem in the electric vehicle and electrification space. This is an early stage project which will give you the chance to have a huge impact and, given our ambitions in the electrification space, influence how the frontend grows to meet new challenges and create a wider ecosystem. Overall you'll work with a small, high-energy project team to bring the product to life - an exciting opportunity to work like a start-up within a rapidly scaling EnTech business. What you'll do Work in the frontend team that provides services for our Electroverse ecosystem in the electric vehicle & electrification space. Work within a growing project which will give you the chance to have a huge impact and - given Octopus's ambitions in the electrification space - influence how the frontend grows to meet new challenges and create a wider ecosystem. Overall you'll work with a small, high-energy project team to bring the product to life - an exciting opportunity to work like a start-up within a rapidly scaling EnTech business. What you'll have Experience with JavaScript frameworks, bonus marks for React experience. Experience in crafting mobile-first responsive sites for a range of devices. Can write solid, semantic HTML Know how to develop websites that meet AAA accessibility guidelines. Can create code that works consistently across different browsers and platforms. Can take a wireframe or Figma designs and bring them to life in code. We're looking for someone who thrives on solving tough problems. Someone who can challenge those around them, and be challenged, while delivering delightful experiences for our internal and external customers. Our stack React TypeScript Next.js GraphQL & Apollo Tailwind Jest & React Testing Library 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 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 won best company to work for in 2022, on Glassdoor we were voted 50 best places to work in 2022 and our Group CEO, Greg has recorded a podcast about our culture and how we empower our people Visit our perks hub - Octopus Employee Benefits We would prefer someone who can work in our London office 1-2 times a week, but if you are based outside of London, we are also open to remote working. You do need to be able to work in the UK. We're very excited to be growing our team. We're looking for skills and experience to help shape and define the future of not only our team, but the wider business at a global scale. If you're reading this and grinning, please apply! There are huge challenges to tackle, and we need amazing people who are keen to get stuck in. 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.
After starting a mere 10 years ago, Octopus is the largest energy supplier in the UK. We've built the technology to serve millions of energy customers and handle the billions of pounds worth of customer and third party transactions that this entails. As Octopus has grown, so too has the complexity, variation and scale of data that we use as a finance team. Furthermore the finance team is currently undergoing significant transformation with a new accounting platform, OCR system and expense system all on the way. We've taken transformation so far that we've even been awarded "Transformation team of the year" at the recent GenCFO Finance Awards. In line with this transformation we are looking to build better tools and analysis that supports this growth. As such, we are looking for a Data Analyst to work at the intersection between data, accounting and finance, using their experience in data to build great data tools to streamline processes and collate, analyse and report on this data. They'll need a passion for working with data to bring insight and efficiency to the teams around them whilst excelling at listening, understanding challenges and formulating pragmatic solutions. This is a fantastic opportunity to work at the intersection of finance and data in an award winning team for a high growth business that is at the forefront of the net zero transition. What you'll do Work throughout Octopus Energy Group to build solutions for teams ranging from our UK energy retail team to International retail and services teams; Become a subject matter expert on our finance systems and data; Build, maintain and assure reports for the finance teams; Maintain data models used to report on financials from our CRM system (Kraken); Help with one off deep dive analyses and reconciliations using SQL and Python; Build and maintain dashboards and data apps using Streamlit for the finance teams; Build new dbt SQL data models for use in dashboards and month end reports; Provide analytical and data support for financial audits and regulatory reporting; Work closely with a broad range of teams at Octopus What you'll need A curious and self driven mentality - when faced with a new problem is capable of seeking out an answer without lots of help and support; Highly data literate and numerate - can make sense of lots of data and shape it into a coherent story; Has great attention to detail; Learns fast and is enthusiastic about learning new technologies; Great communicator, can explain complex technical problems to non-technical teams and also understand problems faced by non-technical teams and distill an effective and efficient tech solution; Experience with SQL, Python, Excel and Google sheets Nice to have - Accounting experience - has a good grasp of accounting principles and experience of the month end process Experience with building dashboards using Streamlit Experience working with accounting systems (e.g. Netsuite) Experience working in a modern cloud data warehouse environment Experience working collaboratively on codebases using git Experience building models using dbt 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 won best company to work for in 2022, on Glassdoor we were voted 50 best places to work in 2022 and 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. 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.
Sep 11, 2025
Full time
After starting a mere 10 years ago, Octopus is the largest energy supplier in the UK. We've built the technology to serve millions of energy customers and handle the billions of pounds worth of customer and third party transactions that this entails. As Octopus has grown, so too has the complexity, variation and scale of data that we use as a finance team. Furthermore the finance team is currently undergoing significant transformation with a new accounting platform, OCR system and expense system all on the way. We've taken transformation so far that we've even been awarded "Transformation team of the year" at the recent GenCFO Finance Awards. In line with this transformation we are looking to build better tools and analysis that supports this growth. As such, we are looking for a Data Analyst to work at the intersection between data, accounting and finance, using their experience in data to build great data tools to streamline processes and collate, analyse and report on this data. They'll need a passion for working with data to bring insight and efficiency to the teams around them whilst excelling at listening, understanding challenges and formulating pragmatic solutions. This is a fantastic opportunity to work at the intersection of finance and data in an award winning team for a high growth business that is at the forefront of the net zero transition. What you'll do Work throughout Octopus Energy Group to build solutions for teams ranging from our UK energy retail team to International retail and services teams; Become a subject matter expert on our finance systems and data; Build, maintain and assure reports for the finance teams; Maintain data models used to report on financials from our CRM system (Kraken); Help with one off deep dive analyses and reconciliations using SQL and Python; Build and maintain dashboards and data apps using Streamlit for the finance teams; Build new dbt SQL data models for use in dashboards and month end reports; Provide analytical and data support for financial audits and regulatory reporting; Work closely with a broad range of teams at Octopus What you'll need A curious and self driven mentality - when faced with a new problem is capable of seeking out an answer without lots of help and support; Highly data literate and numerate - can make sense of lots of data and shape it into a coherent story; Has great attention to detail; Learns fast and is enthusiastic about learning new technologies; Great communicator, can explain complex technical problems to non-technical teams and also understand problems faced by non-technical teams and distill an effective and efficient tech solution; Experience with SQL, Python, Excel and Google sheets Nice to have - Accounting experience - has a good grasp of accounting principles and experience of the month end process Experience with building dashboards using Streamlit Experience working with accounting systems (e.g. Netsuite) Experience working in a modern cloud data warehouse environment Experience working collaboratively on codebases using git Experience building models using dbt 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 won best company to work for in 2022, on Glassdoor we were voted 50 best places to work in 2022 and 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. 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.
This could not be a better time to join Octopus Energy. We are already recognised as a global leader in the fight to decarbonise the planet by revolutionising what's possible in energy - including investments in renewable energy supply, renewable energy generation, smart energy networks, EVs, heat pumps, etc. The government's new green initiatives and the recent investment by Al Gore's Generation Fund will propel us further and faster. There has never been a more important moment to join our credit risk team. The energy sector is going through a period of once-in-a-generation volatility. Businesses and households are facing higher energy prices than they ever have before. For these reasons we are looking to add to our credit risk team with this new role. This team sits at the heart of everything we do to support customers that are struggling with their bills. We're unique because we are genuinely a hybrid of a few different skills and mindsets: 1. Data analytics is our core skillset. Everyone in the team is very strong in this area 2. We have a firm understanding of the needs of our customers and the business 3. We work closely with the tech team, because we're a tech company, so this how we solve customer problems, efficiently at scale 4. We work closely with our operations teams who are the people that speak directly to customers What you'll do Manage a small team of analysts Take ownership of our management of customers who are struggling with their payments Deep dive investigations into data in order to surface insight for decision making Develop our reporting suite through the latest BI tools & technology stack Develop our empathic approaches towards vulnerable customers Create strategies to identify and prevent first party and third party fraud Develop our machine learning models & policies that drive sophisticated decisions Proactively identify new areas of opportunity Challenge the status quo in terms of KPIs, objectives & strategy Communicate complex data concepts effectively and confidently Build great relationships with Data Science, Technology, Finance, Collections, Ops and other stakeholders What you'll need Excellent SQL skills Python data science stack (pandas, NumPy, Jupyter notebooks, Plotly/matplotlib, etc) A drive to solve problems using data Experience in a management role What would be a bonus: Familiarity with Git Data visualization tool (Tableau, Looker, PowerBI or equivalent) DBT 2-5 years experience of consumer credit risk or collections in the financial services, utilities or telecommunications industries 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 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 won best company to work for in 2022, on Glassdoor we were voted 50 best places to work in 2022 and 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 £0 - £0 a year
Jul 11, 2025
Full time
This could not be a better time to join Octopus Energy. We are already recognised as a global leader in the fight to decarbonise the planet by revolutionising what's possible in energy - including investments in renewable energy supply, renewable energy generation, smart energy networks, EVs, heat pumps, etc. The government's new green initiatives and the recent investment by Al Gore's Generation Fund will propel us further and faster. There has never been a more important moment to join our credit risk team. The energy sector is going through a period of once-in-a-generation volatility. Businesses and households are facing higher energy prices than they ever have before. For these reasons we are looking to add to our credit risk team with this new role. This team sits at the heart of everything we do to support customers that are struggling with their bills. We're unique because we are genuinely a hybrid of a few different skills and mindsets: 1. Data analytics is our core skillset. Everyone in the team is very strong in this area 2. We have a firm understanding of the needs of our customers and the business 3. We work closely with the tech team, because we're a tech company, so this how we solve customer problems, efficiently at scale 4. We work closely with our operations teams who are the people that speak directly to customers What you'll do Manage a small team of analysts Take ownership of our management of customers who are struggling with their payments Deep dive investigations into data in order to surface insight for decision making Develop our reporting suite through the latest BI tools & technology stack Develop our empathic approaches towards vulnerable customers Create strategies to identify and prevent first party and third party fraud Develop our machine learning models & policies that drive sophisticated decisions Proactively identify new areas of opportunity Challenge the status quo in terms of KPIs, objectives & strategy Communicate complex data concepts effectively and confidently Build great relationships with Data Science, Technology, Finance, Collections, Ops and other stakeholders What you'll need Excellent SQL skills Python data science stack (pandas, NumPy, Jupyter notebooks, Plotly/matplotlib, etc) A drive to solve problems using data Experience in a management role What would be a bonus: Familiarity with Git Data visualization tool (Tableau, Looker, PowerBI or equivalent) DBT 2-5 years experience of consumer credit risk or collections in the financial services, utilities or telecommunications industries 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 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 won best company to work for in 2022, on Glassdoor we were voted 50 best places to work in 2022 and 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 £0 - £0 a year
Octopus Energy is at the forefront of the energy transition, making energy cheaper and greener through its cutting-edge technology. The flexibility team is building the next generation of products and tools to make energy more flexible. These include our flagship Intelligent Octopus product automating demand shift for 300,000 customers, saving 2 million customers money through Saving Sessions and Free Electricity Sessions, and managing 568MW of large grid-scale batteries to balance the system. The team develops products that are used by millions of customers, helping boost renewables use and decarbonise energy systems worldwide. We are seeking a Commercial Manager to drive our expansion into new flexibility markets. This role involves identifying opportunities, launching relevant products, establishing partner agreements, and paving the way for rapid growth within our dynamic team. We encourage you to apply, even if you don't hit 100% of the requirements. What you'll do: Lead all commercial aspects for the flexibility team, spanning business development, partnerships, contract negotiations, and strategic planning. Identify and evaluate new flexibility opportunities, including C&I applications, grid-scale battery storage, or something we haven't thought of yet. Get new pilots and products to market - working with Octopus internal teams, you'll be responsible for developing first of a kind products that address market needs, launching MVPs and developing early stage products. Scale and grow successful products - after achieving product-market fit, setting products on a path to maturity and reaching customers at scale. Cultivate and maintain strong relationships with key partners to address opportunities. Support broader strategic thinking on the team - as the flex team's work scales, developing thinking on which areas to target and where value lies. What you'll need: Great commercial instincts - able to balance genuine customer-first sales conversations with navigating more complex contract discussions when needed. Ability to get stuff done at pace - time to market and trial is often a key differentiator - we're looking for someone who can move fast to deploy and iterate solutions. Quantitative and written communications skills - someone who can understand key value drivers and articulate a business case. Interpersonal - ability to build rapport and work with internal and external teams. Energy markets understanding is a plus but not a prerequisite. 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 won best company to work for in 2022, on Glassdoor we were voted 50 best places to work in 2022 and 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 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.
Jul 09, 2025
Full time
Octopus Energy is at the forefront of the energy transition, making energy cheaper and greener through its cutting-edge technology. The flexibility team is building the next generation of products and tools to make energy more flexible. These include our flagship Intelligent Octopus product automating demand shift for 300,000 customers, saving 2 million customers money through Saving Sessions and Free Electricity Sessions, and managing 568MW of large grid-scale batteries to balance the system. The team develops products that are used by millions of customers, helping boost renewables use and decarbonise energy systems worldwide. We are seeking a Commercial Manager to drive our expansion into new flexibility markets. This role involves identifying opportunities, launching relevant products, establishing partner agreements, and paving the way for rapid growth within our dynamic team. We encourage you to apply, even if you don't hit 100% of the requirements. What you'll do: Lead all commercial aspects for the flexibility team, spanning business development, partnerships, contract negotiations, and strategic planning. Identify and evaluate new flexibility opportunities, including C&I applications, grid-scale battery storage, or something we haven't thought of yet. Get new pilots and products to market - working with Octopus internal teams, you'll be responsible for developing first of a kind products that address market needs, launching MVPs and developing early stage products. Scale and grow successful products - after achieving product-market fit, setting products on a path to maturity and reaching customers at scale. Cultivate and maintain strong relationships with key partners to address opportunities. Support broader strategic thinking on the team - as the flex team's work scales, developing thinking on which areas to target and where value lies. What you'll need: Great commercial instincts - able to balance genuine customer-first sales conversations with navigating more complex contract discussions when needed. Ability to get stuff done at pace - time to market and trial is often a key differentiator - we're looking for someone who can move fast to deploy and iterate solutions. Quantitative and written communications skills - someone who can understand key value drivers and articulate a business case. Interpersonal - ability to build rapport and work with internal and external teams. Energy markets understanding is a plus but not a prerequisite. 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 won best company to work for in 2022, on Glassdoor we were voted 50 best places to work in 2022 and 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 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.
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. Click here to explore Life at Octopus. About the Role What's in it for you? We're a forward-thinking organisation that takes a flexible approach to lending across a wide range of property sectors. From retirement homes to student accommodation (PBSA), care homes to residential developments, our appetite for new opportunities is diverse, and we take pride in shaping our own deals. For an experienced Credit Manager, this is an opportunity to get creative and become part of an innovative team that is constantly looking at new opportunities to provide flexible funding solutions across the UK. The Credit Team is involved in the end-to-end deal process from origination to negotiation of legal through to land loan completion. The team The Credit team consists of 3 Credit Managers reporting to a Head of Development Credit. You'll be part of a wider Commercial and Development lending team of 21 people that includes origination and portfolio management teams. What will you be doing? Work with our origination colleagues to structure new loans, ensuring they work for both the client and our risk appetite. Write and present detailed credit papers outlining the key risks and mitigants for a deal, with a clear recommendation. Manage and analyse all the diligence streams for a transaction, including valuation reports, QS reports and legal documents. Lead legal negotiations with lawyers and borrowers. Contribute to the growth of the team, through increasing the size of the loan book, continuously improving processes and designing and implementing new loan products. Qualifications A detailed understanding of property finance, including development and property investment. Experience in underwriting/ credit analysis and executing loans. Strong credit and risk analysis, with the ability to identify and mitigate any early warning signals. Highly numerate with a good understanding of development cashflows/ financial accounts. Due Diligence management and analysis (Legal, Valuation and QS reports). Confidence and the ability to manage and build rapport with all stakeholders. Team player with the ability to work across several workstreams simultaneously. Excellent report writing and general communication skills. Ambitious with a good understanding of the UK property market. What we offer A competitive salary, bonus, pension and share incentive plan. Untracked holiday. Hybrid working - most of 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 & 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. The option to work overseas up to a month per year. 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 of 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.
Feb 13, 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. Click here to explore Life at Octopus. About the Role What's in it for you? We're a forward-thinking organisation that takes a flexible approach to lending across a wide range of property sectors. From retirement homes to student accommodation (PBSA), care homes to residential developments, our appetite for new opportunities is diverse, and we take pride in shaping our own deals. For an experienced Credit Manager, this is an opportunity to get creative and become part of an innovative team that is constantly looking at new opportunities to provide flexible funding solutions across the UK. The Credit Team is involved in the end-to-end deal process from origination to negotiation of legal through to land loan completion. The team The Credit team consists of 3 Credit Managers reporting to a Head of Development Credit. You'll be part of a wider Commercial and Development lending team of 21 people that includes origination and portfolio management teams. What will you be doing? Work with our origination colleagues to structure new loans, ensuring they work for both the client and our risk appetite. Write and present detailed credit papers outlining the key risks and mitigants for a deal, with a clear recommendation. Manage and analyse all the diligence streams for a transaction, including valuation reports, QS reports and legal documents. Lead legal negotiations with lawyers and borrowers. Contribute to the growth of the team, through increasing the size of the loan book, continuously improving processes and designing and implementing new loan products. Qualifications A detailed understanding of property finance, including development and property investment. Experience in underwriting/ credit analysis and executing loans. Strong credit and risk analysis, with the ability to identify and mitigate any early warning signals. Highly numerate with a good understanding of development cashflows/ financial accounts. Due Diligence management and analysis (Legal, Valuation and QS reports). Confidence and the ability to manage and build rapport with all stakeholders. Team player with the ability to work across several workstreams simultaneously. Excellent report writing and general communication skills. Ambitious with a good understanding of the UK property market. What we offer A competitive salary, bonus, pension and share incentive plan. Untracked holiday. Hybrid working - most of 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 & 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. The option to work overseas up to a month per year. 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 of 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.