Commercial Specialist - Utilities

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Please note, we do not accept CVs submitted without a fully completed online application form.

We have an excellent opportunity available for a Commercial Specialist – Utilities to join our Commercial Finance and Support Team here at Wokingham Borough Council, on a Full-Time, Permanent basis.

Are you ready to take ownership of a brand-new role and make a real impact in the energy and utilities sector? We are looking for a confident and driven Commercial Specialist – Utilities to lead on innovative energy initiatives, build strong partnerships, and help shape the council’s commercial utilities strategy from the ground up.

This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced energy industry professional to bring commercial insight, stakeholder expertise, and passion for sustainable utilities to the public sector. As this is a newly created position, you’ll be instrumental in defining the scope, direction, and long-term impact of the role.

You’ll work across the organisation and with external partners to drive forward key energy projects, identify commercial opportunities, and advise on best practice in utility management – all while representing the Council with confidence and professionalism.

Benefits:

Not only is this an excellent opportunity, but it’s a fantastic time to join our team. You will receive an extensive range of employee benefits including:

⭐ A generous annual leave entitlement of days 31 (rising to 36 days after 5 years continued local government service), plus Bank Holidays

⭐ An excellent local government pension scheme

⭐ An employee assistance programme including 24/7 wellbeing helpline

⭐ A range of local & lifestyle discounts

⭐ Use of a free onsite gym (located at Shute End office)

⭐ Salary sacrifice car & cycle to work schemes

⭐ And much more! 

Key responsibilities:

• Management of the Council’s utility contracts (electricity, gas and water).
• Responsible for developing and implementing commercial activities for WBC’s utilities service. This will include managing the Council’s utilities contracts, commissioning commercial utility capital projects and investment opportunities, in partnership with procurement service and processes.
• Developing and agreeing Commercial strategies aligned to the organisation’s strategic objectives.
• With the Head of Commercial and Financial Support, manage the development and implementation of utilities business systems, processes and policies.
• Contribute to the identification and implementation of a programme of renewable energy generation and carbon reduction projects on the Council’s own property assets.

Candidate requirements:

• Degree-level, equivalent relevant professional qualifications or expertise.
• Excellent working knowledge of the political landscape, legislative frameworks, and regional and national drivers of the utility markets and industry.
• Knowledge of the structure, operation, and regulation of utility markets, including electricity, gas, and water sectors.
• Knowledge of commercial analysis techniques including cost analysis, time motion analysis, trend analysis, future forecasting and other business analysis techniques.

Our area:

Wokingham Borough is set in the heart of Berkshire with excellent transport links to Reading and central London. Our area comprises of a vibrant and historical market town, attractive villages, and miles of beautiful countryside. 

We’re home to a range of high performing schools including 69 primary and 21 secondary schools, a host of international businesses and an incredible community. We have a strong local economy with accelerated growth, a range of excellent public facilities and low levels of crime, offering an exceptional quality of life.

Click the link below and apply today! Alternatively, for more information or to arrange an information discussion, contact Gemma Plowright – Head of Commercialisation and Finance Support, Gemma.Plowright@wokingham.gov.uk. Strictly no agencies.

Closing date: Sunday 12th October 2025, 11pm

Interviews: Week Commencing 20th October 2025 (Subject to change)

If your application is shortlisted for an interview, you will be required to provide proof of your right to work in the UK at that stage. Additionally, successful candidates must present proof upon receiving a job offer.

Please note that all offers are conditional and subject to the satisfactory completion of pre-employment checks.

Please be aware that we will be reviewing the applications we receive on a daily basis, and we reserve the right to close the advert early if suitable candidates are identified.

Wokingham Borough Council is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and vulnerable adults and expects all staff, other workers and volunteers to share this commitment.

Due to the high volume of applications we receive, we regret that we are unable to respond to every applicant individually.

If you do not hear from us within 4 weeks of the application closing date, please assume that your application has not been successful on this occasion.

We appreciate your interest in joining Wokingham Borough Council and thank you for taking the time to apply.

Wokingham is an equal opportunities employer.