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Description Join us, be part of more. We're so much more than an energy company. We're a family of brands revolutionising how we power the planet. We're energisers. One team of 21,000 colleagues that's energising a greener, fairer future by creating an energy system that doesn't rely on fossil fuels, whilst living our powerful commitment to igniting positive change in our communities. Here, you can find more purpose, more passion, and more potential. That's why working here is #MoreThanACareer. We do energy differently - we do it all. We make it, store it, move it, sell it, and mend it. We have a great opportunity for a Franchise License Manager. To manage and maintain the franchise framework of documents (the 'Franchise System') that define the franchising requirements, including any external accreditations and governance of license renewals and non-compliance of license obligations. This role will include frequent national travel. About the role: • Manage the franchise licence agreements, making amendments as required and ensuring agreements are issued on time, • Manage the licence renewals process, preparing and collating evidence to support renewal / non-renewal, • Ownership of the remedial action process where licence conditions are not met (PILs and Breaches) maintaining accurate records, including corrective action(s) required, timeframe for remediation and monitoring remediation, • Progress remedial actions where appropriate, engaging the relevant legal bodies, • Management of ISO accreditations including audits (internal and franchise) to maintain accreditation, • Management of subscriptions to professional bodies through evaluation of business case for membership, • Owning the Franchise Operations Manual and ongoing maintenance as a key legal document allied to the Franchise Agreement, • Is hyper-aware of changes in the external environment and is able to articulate what those mean for the customer and the team, adapting accordingly, • Enables agility throughout the organisation, • Prioritises decisions based on solving customer problems and improving the customer experience, in cognisance of commercial parameters, • Implements new ways of working that meet customers' needs and promotes customer centricity as a critical value, • Builds diverse capability across the organisation and recognises people who demonstrate critical customer-centric behaviours, • Develops and coaches their people to help them succeed, • Collaborates across boundaries and seeks to understand others to achieve collective goals, • Holds total accountability for their decisions and can defend their prioritiesExperience & Technical Requirements, • QFP, qualified franchise professional, • Proven experience in Legal and Contractual Law, • Extensive experience in franchising, • Experience in a regulated or financial services environment, • Working knowledge of audit, QA, or other compliance functions JBRP1_UKTJ

We are Centrica! We’re so much more than an energy company. We’re a family of brands revolutionising a cleaner, greener future. Working here is #MoreThanACareer - we’re powered by purpose. Together we can make an impact that will truly change tomorrow. Whether you’re developing cutting-edge green tech, helping customers on the front line or simplifying operations behind the scenes.Your work here isn’t just a job – it’s a mission. We all play a vital role in energising a greener, fairer future . The Quantitative Analytics team at Centrica Energy is part of the Trading Analytics and Algorithms centre of excellence, and is responsible for: * Delivering quantitative analysis of complex and structured products, that provides insight to help traders to maximise value and manage risk * Designing and implementing complex mathematical models that allow for consistent pricing and joint risk quantification across multiple portfolios, enabling more holistic and optimal hedging decisions * Assisting originators in development of structured products across the Renewables, LNG, Gas & Power sectors. As a Quantitative Analyst you will become part of an agile team of circa 12 people located across our offices in both London (UK) and Aalborg (Denmark), with a broad remit to support the development, and use of, our pricing and risk management models and systems. This role will be situated in our London office and the successful candidate will be required to: * Produce high quality increments to the team's model library - working both individually and collaboratively * Assist/advise trading and origination via quantitative analysis and a strong mathematical/financial intuition * Leverage the teams cross-asset expertise to connect business locations, helping to identify synergies and increase efficiency. Here's what we're looking for: * Experience of having worked as a Quantitative Analyst (or similar), delivering pricing and risk metrics for complex derivatives and structured products * Excellent understanding of a variety of mathematical and statistical models, stochastic calculus in particular, and their use in finance * Master's Degree or PhD qualification within science, computing, mathematics or other quantitative subject * Familiarity or high level of interest in Energy / commodity markets * Experience of code development (ideally Python) * Strong Communicator and fluent in English language * Strong interpersonal skills. #LI-CET

We are Centrica! We’re so much more than an energy company. We’re a family of brands revolutionising a cleaner, greener future. Working here is #MoreThanACareer - we’re powered by purpose. Together we can make an impact that will truly change tomorrow. Whether you’re developing cutting-edge green tech, helping customers on the front line or simplifying operations behind the scenes.Your work here isn’t just a job – it’s a mission. We all play a vital role in energising a greener, fairer future . Digital Product Manager - Ecommerce Flexible UK locations with FlexFirst hybrid working Overview You'll shape and optimise world‑class digital experiences across British Gas ecommerce products. Your focus will be on driving commercial performance while improving the end‑to‑end customer journey, working closely with digital, commercial and marketing teams to increase conversion and customer satisfaction. About the role You'll own the ecommerce performance for your product area, using data and customer insight to continuously improve digital journeys and content. You'll set clear goals and roadmaps, test and learn at pace, and balance customer needs with commercial outcomes. Key responsibilities include: * Owning ecommerce performance, with a focus on acquisition, retention and seamless digital journeys * Defining and delivering product goals including conversion, average order value, NPV and NPS * Using data, insight and user feedback to identify opportunities and prioritise improvements * Leading a test‑and‑learn approach using qualitative and quantitative methods (A/B testing, MVTs, user research) * Setting and communicating clear roadmaps and OKRs aligned to business and customer needs * Monitoring market trends, competitors and partnership opportunities * Working collaboratively with commercial, legal, regulatory and support teams to deliver compliant, scalable launches * Supporting and developing cross‑functional delivery teams and ways of working What we're looking for Essential * Experience as a Digital Product Manager within ecommerce or digital environments, working in agile teams * Strong understanding of digital customer journeys and conversion rate optimisation * Confident working cross‑functionally with product, design and technology teams * Experience using customer research, testing and experimentation to inform decisions * A data‑driven mindset with strong prioritisation and problem‑solving skills * Clear, confident stakeholder communication, able to simplify complex topics * Solid understanding of SEO and digital marketing channels (PPC, display, social, VOD) Desirable * Experience with Salesforce, Adobe Analytics/Target and Content Square

We are Centrica! We’re so much more than an energy company. We’re a family of brands revolutionising a cleaner, greener future. Working here is #MoreThanACareer - we’re powered by purpose. Together we can make an impact that will truly change tomorrow. Whether you’re developing cutting-edge green tech, helping customers on the front line or simplifying operations behind the scenes.Your work here isn’t just a job – it’s a mission. We all play a vital role in energising a greener, fairer future . Centrica Energy is a leading European energy trading company with a global reach, operating out of eight offices across all time zones to move energy from source to use. Our mission is to drive the green transition while offering sustainable and predictable energy costs for suppliers and offtakers. We currently trade gas across 20 countries and power across 28 European countries and the United States, whilst our LNG business has a global reach with cargoes delivered almost anywhere in the world. To service our clients across the globe. #LI-CET As the LNG Credit Risk Manager , you will be responsible for managing the credit risk across the Centrica Energy LNG business, ensuring the monitoring, control, and mitigation of credit risks while supporting the development of business strategy. The role may also involve supporting credit risk activities related to the Gas and Power portfolio, depending on the needs of the business. The role holder will take decisions regarding credit risk within delegated competences and provide management with a motivated opinion regarding decisions to be taken at higher levels. You will ensure a high level of professionalism, knowledge, and exemplarity within the credit risk function and support the Head of Credit Risk and Head of Risk (Centrica Energy). The role is based out of our central London office (close to Marble Arch) with 3 days per week typically based within the office. What you'll be doing: * Oversee credit risk activities related to LNG transactions (with potential involvement in the Gas and Power portfolio), ensuring integrity of credit systems regarding exposure capture * Monitor and analyse credit exposures, identifying potential risks and opportunities for risk mitigation * Demonstrate an insightful understanding of financial accounts to review and approve credit assessments and scorings and set appropriate limits within group credit appetite * Implement and continually push the development of state-of-the-art information systems ensuring a thorough view of credit risks in cooperation with the dedicated IT and specialist quantitative teams * Collaborate closely with trading desks, finance teams, and other stakeholders to assess credit risks associated with new and existing transactions * Regularly review and update credit risk models, methodologies, and tools to enhance accuracy and effectiveness * Stay abreast of market trends, regulatory changes, and industry best practices related to credit risk management in commodity trading * Represent Centrica in negotiations with external trading counterparties regarding credit matters and demonstrate an excellent knowledge of trading documentation and credit clauses. We have a few must-haves: * Extensive experience in credit risk management, especially in the LNG business, from within either a commodity trading house or investment banking environment, with an in depth understanding of market dynamics, key energy market players and trading practices * Energy commodity knowledge ideally within LNG and Gas * Proven track record of developing and implementing effective credit risk policies and procedures * Deep knowledge of credit risk assessment methodologies, financial analysis, and risk modelling * Strong analytical skills, with the ability to interpret complex data and make informed decisions * Sound understanding of regulatory requirements and compliance frameworks relevant to commodity trading * Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively across teams and present findings in a clear manner to senior management * Experienced within stakeholder management, able to respond to demands of front, middle and back office teams * Demonstrated ability to thrive in a fast-paced, dynamic environment, managing multiple priorities with a strategic mindset.

We are Centrica! We’re so much more than an energy company. We’re a family of brands revolutionising a cleaner, greener future. Working here is #MoreThanACareer - we’re powered by purpose. Together we can make an impact that will truly change tomorrow. Whether you’re developing cutting-edge green tech, helping customers on the front line or simplifying operations behind the scenes.Your work here isn’t just a job – it’s a mission. We all play a vital role in energising a greener, fairer future . Join us, be part of more. We're more than an energy company. We're a family of brands revolutionising how we power the planet. We're energisers. One team of 21,000 colleagues that's energising a greener, fairer future by creating an energy system that doesn't rely on fossil fuels whilst living our powerful commitment to igniting positive change in our communities. Here, you can find more purpose, more passion, and more potential. That's why working here is #MoreThanACareer. We do energy differently-we do it all. We make it, store it, move it, sell it, and mend it. About your team: Centrica Power is at the forefront of the UK and Irish energy transition. Our portfolio spans flexible and conventional generation, renewable energy, energy storage and nuclear. With over £2bn of gross capital deployed, over 600MW in operation and a further 500MW in construction, still we continue with our ambitious growth plans in place, we're building a Power business that will play a major role in the UK's low carbon future. We're involved in some of the most exciting projects in the sector - from our 20% stake in the current UK nuclear fleet, to our 15% investment in the development of Sizewell C, to leading the UK's first advanced modular reactor programme with X Energy and renewables portfolio. And that's just the start. Over the next five years, we're accelerating investment as part of Centrica's green growth strategy. This is your opportunity to help shape a business of major strategic significance to Centrica and to the UK's energy mix. About your role: Commercial Operations owns the assurance and governance of power market forecasts and assumptions used across Centrica Power for Investment decisions and operational planning. This role ensures our forecasts are robust, evidence‑based, clearly documented and fit for decision‑making. As a GB Power Markets Lead , you'll work closely with Group Fundamentals & Economics (GF&E), Regulations, commercial teams, modelling specialists and external partners to maintain consistent, defensible inputs for investment and operational planning. This is a senior individual contributor role with significant cross-functional influence. Location: We work flexibly in line with our Flexible First working arrangements believing that empowered colleagues are happier and more productive. There will, however, be a requirement to attend meetings across our Windsor, Reading and London offices. Responsibilities of the role: * Lead governance of GB power market forecasts and assumptions, ensuring consistent standards, documentation and audit trails for investment, contracting and operational decisions. * Define the appropriate forecast inputs for different decision contexts, determining when to use GF&E fundamentals, forward‑curve‑based views or evidence‑based adjustments. * Translate GB market developments (e.g. design changes, code updates, new products and emerging behaviours) into clear forecast implications and testable hypotheses for Centrica Power. * Conduct structured "material change" reviews to explain shifts in asset economics or portfolio outcomes and prevent unexplained variances entering decisions. * Align forecasts with operational reality by working closely with Trading, Operations and asset teams. * Maintain a single source of truth for GB assumptions, including inputs, rationale, sensitivities, limitations and refresh cadence. * Deliver regular forecast and assumptions packs, drive cross‑functional alignment and escalate risks with clear options. * Develop decision‑specific alternative views where required, using simplified simulations, market data and historic analysis (without replicating full fundamental modelling). * Focus on governance, assurance and decision‑use of forecasts, not day‑to‑day market monitoring or ownership of dispatch/optimisation models. Here's what we're looking for: * Degree (or equivalent experience) in a quantitative or analytical discipline. * Relevant training in power markets, forecasting, analytics or risk/governance is advantageous * Substantial relevant experience in GB power markets (market analytics, trading support, energy consultancy, utility/IPP commercial, market design/policy teams or forecasting. * Demonstrable experience owning or supporting market view/forecast governance (release notes, change logs, scenarios, sensitivities, audit trails). * Strong understanding of GB market mechanics relevant to asset valuation and operations: forward pricing, balancing/imbalance, constraints/local signals, Capacity Market, ancillary services and key code/market reforms. * Ability to translate market developments into commercial implications for different asset types (energy storage, peakers, CCGT, renewables). * Confident stakeholder engagement. Able to challenge constructively, reconcile differing views and land decisions with clear rationale. * Hands‑on experience shaping or challenging market forecasts, with enough modelling literacy to assess strengths, weaknesses and relevance. * Skilled at producing concise, high‑quality decision outputs for senior audiences. * High ownership, sound judgement and comfort operating in ambiguity. Why should you apply? We're not a perfect place, we're a people place. Our priority is supporting all of the different realities our people face. Life is about so much more than work. We get it. That's why we've designed our total rewards to give you the flexiblity to choose what you need, when you need it, making sure that you and your family are supported not only financially, but physically and emotionally too. Visit the link below to discover why we're a great place to work and what being part of more means for you. If you're full of energy, fired up about sustainability, and ready to craft not only a better tomorrow, but a better you, then come and find your purpose in a team where your voice matters, your growth is non-negotiable, and your ambitions are our priority. Help us, help you. We would love for you to share any information about yourself throughout our recruitment process so that we can better understand you and help shape your journey.

We are Centrica! We’re so much more than an energy company. We’re a family of brands revolutionising a cleaner, greener future. Working here is #MoreThanACareer - we’re powered by purpose. Together we can make an impact that will truly change tomorrow. Whether you’re developing cutting-edge green tech, helping customers on the front line or simplifying operations behind the scenes.Your work here isn’t just a job – it’s a mission. We all play a vital role in energising a greener, fairer future . Join us, be part of more. We're more than an energy company. We're a family of brands revolutionising how we power the planet. We're energisers. One team of 21,000 colleagues that's energising a greener, fairer future by creating an energy system that doesn't rely on fossil fuels whilst living our powerful commitment to igniting positive change in our communities. Here, you can find more purpose, more passion, and more potential. That's why working here is #MoreThanACareer. We do energy differently-we do it all. We make it, store it, move it, sell it, and mend it. About your team: Centrica Power is at the forefront of the UK and Irish energy transition. Our portfolio spans flexible and conventional generation, renewable energy, energy storage and nuclear. With over £2bn of gross capital deployed, over 600MW in operation and a further 500MW in construction, still we continue with our ambitious growth plans in place, we're building a Power business that will play a major role in the UK's low carbon future. We're involved in some of the most exciting projects in the sector - from our 20% stake in the current UK nuclear fleet, to our 15% investment in the development of Sizewell C, to leading the UK's first advanced modular reactor programme with X Energy and renewables portfolio. And that's just the start. Over the next five years, we're accelerating investment as part of Centrica's green growth strategy. This is your opportunity to help shape a business of major strategic significance to Centrica and to the UK's energy mix. About your role: We're looking for a Grid Intelligence Manager to build and own our view of how network access and system constraints shape value across Centrica Power's portfolio. You'll translate NESO, TO and DNO signals, from queues and reinforcement plans to constraint patterns, outages and reforms, into clear recommendations on siting, connection strategy, curtailment risk and commercial opportunities ensuring grid insight directly informs project development and value creation.. Location: We work flexibly in line with our Flexible First working arrangements believing that empowered colleagues are happier and more productive. This role will be initially focused on the UK and Ireland Power markets but may expand over time. Therefore, there will be a requirement to attend meetings across our Windsor, Reading, Ireland and London offices. Responsibilities of the role: * Develop and maintain a UK & Ireland grid constraints opportunity map, identifying where constraints occur, what drives them and how assets can monetise or mitigate them. * Analyse constraint frequency, severity and system service potential to support commercial opportunity valuation, incorporating outages, reinforcement plans, queue movements and new connections. * Provide grid‑led insight for asset and portfolio decisions, including location screening, technology fit, access risk and constraint exposure. * Stay across key grid and regulatory developments, contributing SME input to consultations and industry forums. * Interpret rule and code changes, producing clear briefs and recommended actions. * Support revenue optimisation by feeding grid insights into dispatch, bidding and operational priorities. * Lead engagement with external modelling and consultancy partners - defining scope, challenging assumptions and converting outputs into actionable decisions. * Strengthen relationships with NESO, DNOs, TOs, industry bodies and peers to stay ahead of emerging constraint drivers and access developments. * Run a simple governance cadence, including a constraints watchlist, decision triggers and concise monthly updates. * Partner with connections and delivery teams (not owning day‑to‑day applications) to provide intelligence, translation and strategic decision support. * Provide assumptions for project value drivers related to network connection, losses, constraints and curtailment. * Support due diligence on potential investment opportunities alongside SMEs across the business. Here's what we're looking for: * Degree in Electrical Engineering, Power Systems, Energy Systems or equivalent experience. * Professional registration (Chartered or working towards) is desirable. * Training in Grid Code, connection standards or power systems. * Proven experience with GB, and ideally Irish, electricity networks, with strong understanding of constraints, curtailment and access risk for generation and storage. * Deep knowledge of UK grid connections, testing and compliance processes. * Strong grasp of how grid issues translate into commercial impact. * Working knowledge of Grid Code, CUSC, BSC and DNO connection frameworks. * Demonstrated ability to produce high‑quality grid intelligence outputs, including constraint mapping and forward‑looking risk indicators. * Confident external engagement with DNOs, NESO, TOs and consultants, with the ability to challenge assumptions and translate findings into decisions. * Strong analytical skills with large time‑series datasets; Excel and Power BI essential, SQL/Python desirable. * Familiarity with grid modelling tools (e.g., PowerFactory, PSS/E) is a plus. * Excellent communication skills, able to explain grid topics clearly to non‑specialists. * Understanding of ancillary services and technology capabilities. * Ability to use reinforcement plans to identify evolving constraint and system service opportunities. Why should you apply? We're not a perfect place, we're a people place. Our priority is supporting all of the different realities our people face. Life is about so much more than work. We get it. That's why we've designed our total rewards to give you the flexiblity to choose what you need, when you need it, making sure that you and your family are supported not only financially, but physically and emotionally too. Visit the link below to discover why we're a great place to work and what being part of more means for you. If you're full of energy, fired up about sustainability, and ready to craft not only a better tomorrow, but a better you, then come and find your purpose in a team where your voice matters, your growth is non-negotiable, and your ambitions are our priority. Help us, help you. We would love for you to share any information about yourself throughout our recruitment process so that we can better understand you and help shape your journey.

We are Centrica! We’re so much more than an energy company. We’re a family of brands revolutionising a cleaner, greener future. Working here is #MoreThanACareer - we’re powered by purpose. Together we can make an impact that will truly change tomorrow. Whether you’re developing cutting-edge green tech, helping customers on the front line or simplifying operations behind the scenes.Your work here isn’t just a job – it’s a mission. We all play a vital role in energising a greener, fairer future . Commercial Analyst (Solar, EV) Flexible UK locations with FlexFirst hybrid working Overview Our role in Hive plays a key part in supporting the growth of our Solar, EV and ASHP partnership channel and helping deliver a greener, fairer energy future. The Commercial Analyst is responsible for partner reporting, performance insight. The role works closely with internal teams and external partners to understand performance, identify trends and recommend improvements that enhance partner and customer experience while supporting commercial outcomes. This role focusses on strong data and insight focus, supporting decision‑making, process optimisation and performance delivery across the partnership portfolio. About the role * Owning reporting and performance insight across Solar, EV and ASHP partners, including creation of central KPI dashboards * Working with internal teams to bring together customer insight, sales funnel performance and operational data * Providing ad‑hoc analysis and insight for senior stakeholders * Monitoring partner performance against SLAs and agreed targets * Tracking market and competitor trends across Solar, EV and ASHP * Supporting weekly, monthly and quarterly performance and trading reviews * Contributing to partner financial planning, forecasting and performance reviews * Working closely with partner management teams to review performance against forecasts * Identifying opportunities to improve processes, propositions and commercial outcomes * Supporting business cases and testing of new offers What we're looking for (min criteria) * Experience as an analyst with a strong, data‑driven commercial focus * Confidence working with multiple stakeholders across data, sales, marketing and finance * Strong analytical capability, with demonstrable experience using Excel and Power BI * Ability to turn data, insight and research into clear recommendations * Comfortable influencing across teams to deliver shared goals * Solid understanding of forecasting and financial analysis * Experience in energy, smart home, retail partnerships or subscription‑based services (desirable)

The Quantitative Analytics team at Centrica Energy is part of the Trading Analytics and Algorithms centre of excellence, and is responsible for: Delivering quantitative analysis of complex and structured products, that provides insight to help traders to maximise value and manage risk Designing and

About your team: At Centrica Energy, our mission is to move it. The Quantitative Analytics team at Centrica Energy is part of the Trading Analytics and Algorithms centre of excellence, and is responsible for: Delivering quantitative analysis of complex and structured products, that provides insigh