Job Description

Job Title : Head of Commercial Operations, Global Power Markets

Department: Global Power Markets

Reporting to: Global Chief Commercial Officer

Location London, UK

About Lightsource bp

We are Lightsource bp – and we’re on a mission to become a global leader in onshore renewables, anchored by our proven track record in solar development.

For over a decade we’ve been actively working to diversify the way our world is powered with sustainable and responsible renewable power. We work to safely deliver affordable, reliable, large-scale onshore renewable and energy storage solutions to help the world decarbonise.

Our growing business is constantly innovating and investing to help drive the energy transition. Our people and projects are focused on supporting long-term sustainable growth and energy security.

Lightsource bp was fully acquired by bp in 2024.

What you’ll do (the role)

Lightsource bp is looking for someone to join the Power Markets department to help drive the next phase of our growth and global expansion.

As a Head of Commercial Operations, you will support the Chief Commercial Officer in developing and implementing commercial strategies and delivering projects to support the global power markets team. You will be a key member of the commercial function leadership team. This includes identifying opportunities for co-ordination between the regions, reporting, team ways of working and alignment as well as exploring how we can leverage synergies with bp at a global level.

Duties and responsibilities

• Work with the CCO and Regional Heads of Power Market to develop and implement commercial strategies for Lightsource bp pipeline and assets.
• Co-ordinate key aspects of day-to-day business management for the Power Markets activities, working closely with other business units and team members globally;
• Work cross functionally to drive high-priority strategic initiatives in a variety of fields to facilitate the growth and management of Power Markets;
• Promote and secure our ways of working across the Power Markets area globally;
• Identify gaps in our existing ways of working, and work with the Chief Commercial Officer to outline and implement improved processes, roll out new systems, taking ownership of end-to-end delivery of continuous improvement initiatives;
• Support preparation for Board and Senior Management engagement, including developing clear and concise presentations;
• Assist the Chief Commercial Officer with reporting activities to secure the correct functioning of Power Markets in all the Regions.
• Support interfaces between Lightsource bp Power Markets team and various bp teams to identify opportunities to drive integration value
• Lead projects to build out the global commercial function in conjunctions with the regional power markets teams for example looking at our approach to regulatory compliance, establishing ways of working and tools for optimizing portfolios, bringing innovations in contracting in one region to the global platform.
• Work with wider business to build out exposure management reporting.

Who we’re looking for

Knowledge/ Experience

• 10+ years professional experience; energy / renewables / development
• Strong interest in the energy industry
• Background in Finance, Business Management, or Power Markets preferred
• BA or equivalent required; Masters preferred
• Excellent knowledge of Excel, PowerPoint, Word and Power BI preferred

General Skills/Attributes

• Excellent interpersonal skills, especially the ability to build strong relationships with stakeholders
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to influence senior management
• Excellent numerical skills
• Ability to problem solve and work well under pressure in a fast-paced environment
• Demonstrated strong analytical and decision-making skills with a high attention to detail
• Flexible and “can do” attitude

Why you’ll make a great member of the team

Personal qualities

• Highly motivated individual who and can flourish in a dynamic, fast paced environment.
• Strong communication and presentation skills. Ability to communicate effectively both written and verbally.
• Present yourself with integrity, credibility and professionalism

Why you’ll want to work for us

Our company is a place where you can be yourself and grow, a place where your ideas and opinions matter.

Be you

We pride ourselves on being an inclusive community, where every individual is valued and treated with respect.

Be responsible

Our culture is driven by our core values – from operating safely to ensuring our projects are responsible.

Be recognised

Alongside a competitive salary, we offer a variety of benefits including annual bonus, retention bank, health insurance, pension and other local benefits.

Be inspired

Beyond your day-to-day working life at Lightsource bp, there’s a variety of initiatives that will contribute to your own personal development. These include our charitable causes, supporting our solar honey project, or volunteering on our VIBES committee to name a few.

Our core values

Lightsource bp truly cares about creating a sustainable future through safe, responsible and meaningful low carbon energy projects. Our core values of Safety, Integrity, Respect, Sustainability and Drive are the guiding principles for everything we do.

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Why You’ll Want to Stay with us

At Lightsource bp, you’ll work within agile, cross-functional teams where diverse perspectives come together. Our culture embraces open knowledge sharing and collaboration, empowering you to learn from others and accelerate progress collectively.

Your career growth is our priority and a shared journey. We are committed to developing talent from within and prepare you for career advancement so you can shape a fulfilling and lasting journey here.

In today’s fast-changing world, a learning mindset is essential and therefore we proactively support upskilling to help you push your skill boundaries and stay ahead in your field, so you can not only keep pace with change, but confidently shape a brighter future.