UK Agri-Tech Centre
Aberdeen, Aberdeenshire
Great British Energy (GBE) is a publicly owned energy company, created to accelerate the deployment of clean energy technologies and to ensure UK taxpayers, billpayers, communities and the energy workforce reap the benefits of a clean and secure energy system. GBE Local is central to our strategy. We believe that GB Energy can be a transformative actor in the world of local and community energy and our vision is to make hosting and owning a local energy scheme possible for every community across the country. Reporting to the Chief Executive Officer, the Divisional MD will be the visionary entrepreneur who brings this vision to life. Our central idea is that by GB Energy acting to simplify and modularise the key technical and commercial aspects of Local and Community energy, we can act as a market maker, significantly increasing the uptake and driving us towards our ambitious target of unlocking 1000 projects by 2030. GBE Local will act as a vehicle for scale, to enable decarbonisation, resilient energy supply and cost management - working closely with our partner ecosystem and playing an 'integrator' role. This will also include the administration of advisory, grants and concessional finance solutions across GBE Local's ecosystem. This role demands entrepreneurial leadership and deep sector expertise, combining customer-centric delivery with efficient financial structuring and the ability to act as an "intelligent buyer" to oversee the installation and integration of solutions, advocating for capital allocation through compelling, data-driven business cases that deliver measurable social, environmental and financial returns. The MD will shape strategy, build capability (including regional hubs), and deliver complex, multi-stakeholder projects across 3 key areas: Developing and implementing a range of commercial products or modules to Local customers, such as Local Authorities and other Public Sector bodies, acting as a vehicle for scale, to enable decarbonisation, resilient energy supply and cost management - working closely with the partner ecosystem and playing an 'integrator' role. Develop and take to market a range of products that enable community ownership in a simplified way. Turning the Local Power Plan into a scalable asset class that strengthens UK supply chains, increases community ownership and accelerates progress to net zero. Key Responsibilities Set and execute a national GBE Local strategy aligned with GBE's mission, Strategic Plan and the Local Power Plan covering development, investment/ownership, construction and operations of local clean energy assets, working with GBE's Strategy team where required to ensure whole business alignment. Build a portfolio of commercial products or "standardised modules" for Local customers (across rooftop solar PV, BtM battery storage, flexibility services, clean heat and other proven local technologies), balancing risk, return and community impact. Define market entry and partnership strategies (including shared ownership with private developers), ensuring alignment with spatial and local area energy plans. Capital Allocation & Investment Case Development Advocate for internal capital allocation by presenting robust investment cases (NPV, IRR, payback, risk-adjusted returns, affordability impacts, community benefit metrics). Design and deploy a suite of financial instruments (e.g., grants, repayable grants, debt, equity) to unlock barriers and accelerate delivery, working closely with DESNZ, UKIB, National Wealth Fund and other partners, including local authorities. In alignment and collaboration with other GBE MDs, establish disciplined stage gate governance (from origination to FID, construction and operations) with clear decision rights and portfolio reporting. Customer Focused Delivery & Regional Hubs Build a digital-first, customer-centric delivery function that offers a range of commercial products and provides technical, commercial and project planning support to Local Authorities, Mayoral Combined Authorities and Community Energy Groups. Establish regional hubs to operate close to customers, develop local knowledge, and ensure consistent service standards nationwide. Drive operational excellence: standardised processes, templates and playbooks; predictable cycle times from concept to customer delivery; and measurable service quality. Build a framework for identifying, qualifying and performance managing a network of local delivery partners who act as GB Energy's "boots on the ground" and provide quality delivery and customer excellence. Work closely with finance providers to ensure delivery partners provide assurance and bankability to project delivery and asset management. Stakeholder Engagement & Policy Influence Lead senior engagement with Government ministers, devolved administrations, regulators, system operators, local government, community energy organisations and industry leaders. Work with GBE's Policy & External Affairs function to influence policy and regulation that enable local generation, flexibility and community ownership, providing evidence based insights from delivery. Internally, act as a key leader within GBE's project teams, coordinating with Offshore, Onshore and cross cutting Supply Chain functions to ensure pipeline coherence, procurement leverage and UK jobs. Externally, build trusted partnerships with public advisory bodies, finance institutions and private developers to create a joined up public offering in the local energy space. Risk, Governance & Compliance In alignment with GBE-wide governance, oversee the implementation of enterprise-grade risk management frameworks spanning financial, operational, regulatory, planning and community risks for GBE Local. Ensure best practice HSE, quality assurance, information governance and cyber resilience across the Local portfolio and delivery operations. Oversee transparent reporting, assurance and audit readiness consistent with public sector standards. People & Culture Develop and inspire a high performing, multidisciplinary team blending development, project finance, construction, operations, customer service and data/tech skills. Foster a culture of purpose, performance and inclusion with clear accountabilities, learning pathways and leadership succession plans. Digital, Data & Performance Take a digital-first approach to designing the commercial products to be offered, including customer interfaces, product platforms and case-flow management applications. Champion data-driven decision-making pipeline analytics, investment dashboards, customer service metrics and benefits tracking (jobs, local ownership, affordability, carbon reduction). Set and monitor KPIs such as pipeline GW, number of projects reaching FID, £ capital leveraged, % community/shared ownership, cycle time to commission, customer satisfaction, risk adjusted returns. Public Representation Serve as a visible spokesperson for GBE Local for media, conferences, investor and community forums, communicating progress, impact and lessons learned with clarity and credibility. Person Specification Essential Experience and Skills Local Energy Expertise: Extensive experience in the UK energy sector, including experience in senior leadership roles focused on distributed generation, community energy, or local energy systems. Proven track record of delivering small-to-medium scale renewable projects (e.g., solar PV, EV charging, BtM battery storage and clean heat). Regulatory and Markets knowledge: highly aware of regulatory frameworks, barriers and revenue streams within the local energy market, including ability to understand routes to revenue staking, flexibility markets and key commercial instruments such as PPA models. Customer Service Model Design: Demonstrated success in designing and implementing customer service models and scalable commercial projects. Experience in customer-centric businesses. Financial Structuring & Capital Competition: Deep understanding of project finance and investment structuring, including grants, repayable grants, debt and equity instruments. Ability to advocate for internal capital allocation by producing robust investment cases with clear IRR, NPV, and community benefit metrics. Stakeholder & Policy Engagement: Proven ability to engage credibly with Government ministers, devolved administrations, local authorities, community energy organisations, and private developers. Strong political acumen and experience influencing policy and regulatory frameworks. Operational Leadership: Experience in designing and leading customer-focused delivery functions, ideally including digital-first service models and regional hubs. Skilled in operational excellence, process standardisation, and performance management. Risk & Compliance: Expertise in implementing risk management frameworks across financial, regulatory, planning and community dimensions. Familiarity with UK planning processes, subsidy control, and public sector governance standards. People Leadership: Track record of building high-performing, multidisciplinary teams from scratch or through transformation. Ability to inspire and lead through ambiguity in a start-up or scale-up environment. Portfolio Development & Delivery: Demonstrated success in building and scaling a portfolio of local energy assets, including origination, development, construction . click apply for full job details
Great British Energy (GBE) is a publicly owned energy company, created to accelerate the deployment of clean energy technologies and to ensure UK taxpayers, billpayers, communities and the energy workforce reap the benefits of a clean and secure energy system. GBE Local is central to our strategy. We believe that GB Energy can be a transformative actor in the world of local and community energy and our vision is to make hosting and owning a local energy scheme possible for every community across the country. Reporting to the Chief Executive Officer, the Divisional MD will be the visionary entrepreneur who brings this vision to life. Our central idea is that by GB Energy acting to simplify and modularise the key technical and commercial aspects of Local and Community energy, we can act as a market maker, significantly increasing the uptake and driving us towards our ambitious target of unlocking 1000 projects by 2030. GBE Local will act as a vehicle for scale, to enable decarbonisation, resilient energy supply and cost management - working closely with our partner ecosystem and playing an 'integrator' role. This will also include the administration of advisory, grants and concessional finance solutions across GBE Local's ecosystem. This role demands entrepreneurial leadership and deep sector expertise, combining customer-centric delivery with efficient financial structuring and the ability to act as an "intelligent buyer" to oversee the installation and integration of solutions, advocating for capital allocation through compelling, data-driven business cases that deliver measurable social, environmental and financial returns. The MD will shape strategy, build capability (including regional hubs), and deliver complex, multi-stakeholder projects across 3 key areas: Developing and implementing a range of commercial products or modules to Local customers, such as Local Authorities and other Public Sector bodies, acting as a vehicle for scale, to enable decarbonisation, resilient energy supply and cost management - working closely with the partner ecosystem and playing an 'integrator' role. Develop and take to market a range of products that enable community ownership in a simplified way. Turning the Local Power Plan into a scalable asset class that strengthens UK supply chains, increases community ownership and accelerates progress to net zero. Key Responsibilities Set and execute a national GBE Local strategy aligned with GBE's mission, Strategic Plan and the Local Power Plan covering development, investment/ownership, construction and operations of local clean energy assets, working with GBE's Strategy team where required to ensure whole business alignment. Build a portfolio of commercial products or "standardised modules" for Local customers (across rooftop solar PV, BtM battery storage, flexibility services, clean heat and other proven local technologies), balancing risk, return and community impact. Define market entry and partnership strategies (including shared ownership with private developers), ensuring alignment with spatial and local area energy plans. Capital Allocation & Investment Case Development Advocate for internal capital allocation by presenting robust investment cases (NPV, IRR, payback, risk-adjusted returns, affordability impacts, community benefit metrics). Design and deploy a suite of financial instruments (e.g., grants, repayable grants, debt, equity) to unlock barriers and accelerate delivery, working closely with DESNZ, UKIB, National Wealth Fund and other partners, including local authorities. In alignment and collaboration with other GBE MDs, establish disciplined stage gate governance (from origination to FID, construction and operations) with clear decision rights and portfolio reporting. Customer Focused Delivery & Regional Hubs Build a digital-first, customer-centric delivery function that offers a range of commercial products and provides technical, commercial and project planning support to Local Authorities, Mayoral Combined Authorities and Community Energy Groups. Establish regional hubs to operate close to customers, develop local knowledge, and ensure consistent service standards nationwide. Drive operational excellence: standardised processes, templates and playbooks; predictable cycle times from concept to customer delivery; and measurable service quality. Build a framework for identifying, qualifying and performance managing a network of local delivery partners who act as GB Energy's "boots on the ground" and provide quality delivery and customer excellence. Work closely with finance providers to ensure delivery partners provide assurance and bankability to project delivery and asset management. Stakeholder Engagement & Policy Influence Lead senior engagement with Government ministers, devolved administrations, regulators, system operators, local government, community energy organisations and industry leaders. Work with GBE's Policy & External Affairs function to influence policy and regulation that enable local generation, flexibility and community ownership, providing evidence based insights from delivery. Internally, act as a key leader within GBE's project teams, coordinating with Offshore, Onshore and cross cutting Supply Chain functions to ensure pipeline coherence, procurement leverage and UK jobs. Externally, build trusted partnerships with public advisory bodies, finance institutions and private developers to create a joined up public offering in the local energy space. Risk, Governance & Compliance In alignment with GBE-wide governance, oversee the implementation of enterprise-grade risk management frameworks spanning financial, operational, regulatory, planning and community risks for GBE Local. Ensure best practice HSE, quality assurance, information governance and cyber resilience across the Local portfolio and delivery operations. Oversee transparent reporting, assurance and audit readiness consistent with public sector standards. People & Culture Develop and inspire a high performing, multidisciplinary team blending development, project finance, construction, operations, customer service and data/tech skills. Foster a culture of purpose, performance and inclusion with clear accountabilities, learning pathways and leadership succession plans. Digital, Data & Performance Take a digital-first approach to designing the commercial products to be offered, including customer interfaces, product platforms and case-flow management applications. Champion data-driven decision-making pipeline analytics, investment dashboards, customer service metrics and benefits tracking (jobs, local ownership, affordability, carbon reduction). Set and monitor KPIs such as pipeline GW, number of projects reaching FID, £ capital leveraged, % community/shared ownership, cycle time to commission, customer satisfaction, risk adjusted returns. Public Representation Serve as a visible spokesperson for GBE Local for media, conferences, investor and community forums, communicating progress, impact and lessons learned with clarity and credibility. Person Specification Essential Experience and Skills Local Energy Expertise: Extensive experience in the UK energy sector, including experience in senior leadership roles focused on distributed generation, community energy, or local energy systems. Proven track record of delivering small-to-medium scale renewable projects (e.g., solar PV, EV charging, BtM battery storage and clean heat). Regulatory and Markets knowledge: highly aware of regulatory frameworks, barriers and revenue streams within the local energy market, including ability to understand routes to revenue staking, flexibility markets and key commercial instruments such as PPA models. Customer Service Model Design: Demonstrated success in designing and implementing customer service models and scalable commercial projects. Experience in customer-centric businesses. Financial Structuring & Capital Competition: Deep understanding of project finance and investment structuring, including grants, repayable grants, debt and equity instruments. Ability to advocate for internal capital allocation by producing robust investment cases with clear IRR, NPV, and community benefit metrics. Stakeholder & Policy Engagement: Proven ability to engage credibly with Government ministers, devolved administrations, local authorities, community energy organisations, and private developers. Strong political acumen and experience influencing policy and regulatory frameworks. Operational Leadership: Experience in designing and leading customer-focused delivery functions, ideally including digital-first service models and regional hubs. Skilled in operational excellence, process standardisation, and performance management. Risk & Compliance: Expertise in implementing risk management frameworks across financial, regulatory, planning and community dimensions. Familiarity with UK planning processes, subsidy control, and public sector governance standards. People Leadership: Track record of building high-performing, multidisciplinary teams from scratch or through transformation. Ability to inspire and lead through ambiguity in a start-up or scale-up environment. Portfolio Development & Delivery: Demonstrated success in building and scaling a portfolio of local energy assets, including origination, development, construction . click apply for full job details
Premium Credit Limited
We're hiring a Compliance Policy and Advisory Lead on a 12 month fixed term contract basis. Why Work for Us This role will ensure alignment of our Regulatory Compliance Framework to its regulatory/ risk appetite and business objectives. You'll help shape our compliance strategies and polices through business partnership, driving a risk and compliance aware culture. You will lead the advisory to the business on various compliance and regulatory matters and drive an understanding of key regulatory developments and changes. We offer; Competitive salary A workplace pension scheme Hybrid working, with collaborative days in our Leatherhead/London office 25 days annual leave (plus bank holidays), with options to purchase and sell up to 5 days holiday per year (pro rata) Private health and dental cover Support and investment in your personal development 24/7 access to Employee Assistance Programme and Mental Health First Aiders What we do Premium Credit is the leading provider of insurance premium finance and a range of annually charged services, including tax, regulatory and accountancy fees, sports season tickets, memberships and school fees in the UK and Ireland. We are a multi award winning business lending more than £4.5 billion to over 2.5 million customers through a network of almost three thousand partners- and growing. Recently certified as a Great Place to Work, we are a successful business with a Trustpilot rating of 4.5, a Net Promoter Score of , a Glassdoor rating of 4.3 and a Silver Sustainability medal. About the role Reporting to the Compliance Director, you'll partner with the Compliance Senior Manager to ensure effective compliance oversight. You'll enhance and provide oversight on our Compliance Framework and policies ensuring that they evolve in line with business growth, regulatory and legal demands. You will ensure policies are clearly understood acting as a trusted advisor for regulatory or governance queries. The role requires strong stakeholder engagement across all business areas to deliver consistent, risk-based outcomes. Key responsibilities Enhance and provide oversight on PCL's Compliance framework and relevant policies to ensure they evolve in line with business growth and regulatory and legal demands. Owning policies for compliance with FCA and CBI rules, government and other regulations. Act as a trusted advisor and point of contact for any regulatory or governance queries by providing guidance and steer to the business. Providing Compliance advice and challenge to colleagues on issues and risks relating to their business or function, including the development and launch of new business models, new products and new functional processes Support thematic reviews that provide risk-based oversight and assurance regarding business compliance with policies, procedures, systems, controls and governance requirements. Scope, plan and undertake a schedule of compliance policy related projects, focusing on specific processes or key risk areas. Maintain the Regulatory Risk Universe and ensure effective controls are in place. Provide input to policies, discussing any compliance breaches and remedial action Maintain an awareness of regulatory developments and support the business in assessing impacts. Provide advice on challenges and proposed implementation. Log all relevant notices and good practice guidance, communicating to the business and ensuring appropriate response. Proactive monitoring and analysis of emerging legislation and regulation that could impact the business As appropriate, represent the Compliance function in committees and business projects. Support the provision of high-quality compliance information, analysis and reporting and training provided to the Enterprise Risk Committee, Board Audit, Risk, and Compliance Committees and business teams Provide thought leadership on various regulatory compliance matters, including authoring position papers regarding regulatory compliance, and enhancement opportunities Person specification We are looking for a motivated and experienced compliance professional who can translate complex regulatory requirements into practical policy and provide authoritative advisory support. Essential Substantial experience in a compliance leadership role within a similar complex company. Demonstrable knowledge of regulatory requirements and experience interpreting regulatory change. Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to present complex matters clearly to senior stakeholders. Good stakeholder management and influencing skills, able to work collaboratively across functions. Accomplished in formulating and offering creative and pragmatic solutions to problems and issues The ability to engage and influence at Executive and Board level Additional information We are committed to providing reasonable adjustments or accommodations for applicants, so if you need assistance or support during the recruitment process, please let us know on the application form or by sending an email to If you're made an offer of employment you'll be required to prove your eligibility to work in the UK before you start work. You must reside in the UK from the start date of this role; unfortunately we are unable to provide visa sponsorship at this time. To ensure you can work from home efficiently you'll be asked to provide your internet speed at the application stage. Premium Credit are an equal opportunities employer with a strong and passionate commitment to Diversity, Equality and Inclusion in the workplace. We welcome applications from all sections of the community and encourage people from all backgrounds to apply. Equal opportunities are the only acceptable way to conduct business and we believe that the more inclusive our environments are, the better our work will be. We are open to part-time working and job share. By submitting your application, you agree that Premium Credit may collect your personal data for recruiting and related purposes. To view your Privacy Notice please go to: All postholders will be subject to appropriate pre-employment vetting procedures and a satisfactory Disclosure & Barring Service (DBS) check prior to appointment. So, if role appeals to you and you're looking to join an industry-leading organisation, please apply. Excited but not sure you tick every box? Research tells us that women, particularly, feel this way. So, regardless of gender, why not apply? And if you're in a job share just apply as a pair. We look forward to hearing from you. Please note, we reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we identify a number of suitable candidates. All applicants will be advised if the vacancy closes early. We're not engaging agency support for this role and respectfully ask that agencies do not submit unsolicited candidate details to Premium Credit Limited in relation to this role.
We're hiring a Compliance Policy and Advisory Lead on a 12 month fixed term contract basis. Why Work for Us This role will ensure alignment of our Regulatory Compliance Framework to its regulatory/ risk appetite and business objectives. You'll help shape our compliance strategies and polices through business partnership, driving a risk and compliance aware culture. You will lead the advisory to the business on various compliance and regulatory matters and drive an understanding of key regulatory developments and changes. We offer; Competitive salary A workplace pension scheme Hybrid working, with collaborative days in our Leatherhead/London office 25 days annual leave (plus bank holidays), with options to purchase and sell up to 5 days holiday per year (pro rata) Private health and dental cover Support and investment in your personal development 24/7 access to Employee Assistance Programme and Mental Health First Aiders What we do Premium Credit is the leading provider of insurance premium finance and a range of annually charged services, including tax, regulatory and accountancy fees, sports season tickets, memberships and school fees in the UK and Ireland. We are a multi award winning business lending more than £4.5 billion to over 2.5 million customers through a network of almost three thousand partners- and growing. Recently certified as a Great Place to Work, we are a successful business with a Trustpilot rating of 4.5, a Net Promoter Score of , a Glassdoor rating of 4.3 and a Silver Sustainability medal. About the role Reporting to the Compliance Director, you'll partner with the Compliance Senior Manager to ensure effective compliance oversight. You'll enhance and provide oversight on our Compliance Framework and policies ensuring that they evolve in line with business growth, regulatory and legal demands. You will ensure policies are clearly understood acting as a trusted advisor for regulatory or governance queries. The role requires strong stakeholder engagement across all business areas to deliver consistent, risk-based outcomes. Key responsibilities Enhance and provide oversight on PCL's Compliance framework and relevant policies to ensure they evolve in line with business growth and regulatory and legal demands. Owning policies for compliance with FCA and CBI rules, government and other regulations. Act as a trusted advisor and point of contact for any regulatory or governance queries by providing guidance and steer to the business. Providing Compliance advice and challenge to colleagues on issues and risks relating to their business or function, including the development and launch of new business models, new products and new functional processes Support thematic reviews that provide risk-based oversight and assurance regarding business compliance with policies, procedures, systems, controls and governance requirements. Scope, plan and undertake a schedule of compliance policy related projects, focusing on specific processes or key risk areas. Maintain the Regulatory Risk Universe and ensure effective controls are in place. Provide input to policies, discussing any compliance breaches and remedial action Maintain an awareness of regulatory developments and support the business in assessing impacts. Provide advice on challenges and proposed implementation. Log all relevant notices and good practice guidance, communicating to the business and ensuring appropriate response. Proactive monitoring and analysis of emerging legislation and regulation that could impact the business As appropriate, represent the Compliance function in committees and business projects. Support the provision of high-quality compliance information, analysis and reporting and training provided to the Enterprise Risk Committee, Board Audit, Risk, and Compliance Committees and business teams Provide thought leadership on various regulatory compliance matters, including authoring position papers regarding regulatory compliance, and enhancement opportunities Person specification We are looking for a motivated and experienced compliance professional who can translate complex regulatory requirements into practical policy and provide authoritative advisory support. Essential Substantial experience in a compliance leadership role within a similar complex company. Demonstrable knowledge of regulatory requirements and experience interpreting regulatory change. Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to present complex matters clearly to senior stakeholders. Good stakeholder management and influencing skills, able to work collaboratively across functions. Accomplished in formulating and offering creative and pragmatic solutions to problems and issues The ability to engage and influence at Executive and Board level Additional information We are committed to providing reasonable adjustments or accommodations for applicants, so if you need assistance or support during the recruitment process, please let us know on the application form or by sending an email to If you're made an offer of employment you'll be required to prove your eligibility to work in the UK before you start work. You must reside in the UK from the start date of this role; unfortunately we are unable to provide visa sponsorship at this time. To ensure you can work from home efficiently you'll be asked to provide your internet speed at the application stage. Premium Credit are an equal opportunities employer with a strong and passionate commitment to Diversity, Equality and Inclusion in the workplace. We welcome applications from all sections of the community and encourage people from all backgrounds to apply. Equal opportunities are the only acceptable way to conduct business and we believe that the more inclusive our environments are, the better our work will be. We are open to part-time working and job share. By submitting your application, you agree that Premium Credit may collect your personal data for recruiting and related purposes. To view your Privacy Notice please go to: All postholders will be subject to appropriate pre-employment vetting procedures and a satisfactory Disclosure & Barring Service (DBS) check prior to appointment. So, if role appeals to you and you're looking to join an industry-leading organisation, please apply. Excited but not sure you tick every box? Research tells us that women, particularly, feel this way. So, regardless of gender, why not apply? And if you're in a job share just apply as a pair. We look forward to hearing from you. Please note, we reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we identify a number of suitable candidates. All applicants will be advised if the vacancy closes early. We're not engaging agency support for this role and respectfully ask that agencies do not submit unsolicited candidate details to Premium Credit Limited in relation to this role.
