Renewables Strategy Manager

About the roleAn exciting new role within our Property Function Tesco is recruiting for a new Renewables Strategy Manager, Tesco are looking for someone to join their energy team playing a critical role in shaping and supporting Tesco across a range of high-impact projects. This role will be pivotal in ensuring a successful implementation and integration of sophisticated sustainable energy solutions, to contribute accelerating our energy transition.You will be responsible forDevelop and support the approach to commercially scale renewable electricity, including the technical considerations of deploying solar PV and other generation technologies, ensuring technical excellence and regulatory complianceFollowing our Business Code of Conduct and always acting with integrity and due diligence.Strong background in energy technology with a broad understanding of the UK energy market and policy landscapeAct as technical SME for the energy transition with the latest insights on industry trends, research, innovation and policy directionProvide technical guidance, reviewing designs, specifications and feasibility studiesAid in Procurement through bid evaluations and solution assessmentsIdentify and develop strategies on the practical implementation of renewable electricity generation and BESSIdentify and develop key energy transition related capital investment projectsEnsure projects deliver business benefits and outcomes on time and budgetProvide energy related technical support, data and commentary for corporate reporting and communicationsMaintain a strategic focus and translate long-term strategic outcomes into effective delivery plans with defined achievements and outcomesWork closely with key business functions, particularly Procurement, Engineering, Technology, Finance, Treasury, to plan, shape, drive and support overall plan of activity vital to deliver the renewable energy strategySupport the business planning process for energy contributing to our annual and long-term business plansThe Hiring Manager for this role is Matthew Reeves-Smith.You will needExperience in renewable electricity generation projects, contracting PPAs and BESS (Battery Energy Storage Systems)Energy experience with major infrastructure at multi-site organisationsKnowledge of solar PV design codes, certification requirements and regulationsExcellent communication and presentation skills with the ability to communicate sophisticated topics in a clear and simple wayDegree or equivalent experience in Engineering (Electrical, Mechanical, Civil, or related field)Whats in it for you?We’re all about the little helps. That’s why we make sure our Tesco colleague benefits package takes care of you – both in and out of work. Click Here to find out more Annual bonus scheme of up to 20% of base salary Holiday starting at 25 days plus a personal day (plus Bank holidays) Private medical insurance 26 weeks maternity and adoption leave (after 1 years’ service) at full pay, followed by 13 weeks of Statutory Maternity Pay or Statutory Adoption Pay, we also offer 6 weeks fully paid paternity leave Free 24/7 virtual GP service, Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) for you and your family, free access to a range of experts to support your mental wellbeingAbout UsYou might know us as a supermarket, technology company or even for our award-winning mobile network. Truth is, we’re all of those things, and much more. Our colleagues work with one goal in mind, helping to make every day a little better for our customers, colleagues and communities all over the world. No two customers are the same, neither are our colleagues.At Tesco, we champion a balance that lets you thrive both in and out of work. Spend 60% of your week collaborating with colleagues at our office locations or local sites and the rest remotely. Whether you're just kicking off your career, juggling passions, or navigating big life events, we're here to support you. We always welcome a conversation about flexible working, so talk to us throughout your application about how we can support.We're proud to be an accredited Disability Confident Leader, where everyone’s welcome. That’s why we commit to providing a fully inclusive and accessible recruitment process. If you need support with your application, click here for more information. And if you're interested in joining our team but don't tick every box, don't let that hold you back from applying.