Deputy Country Manager

Country/Region: GB

City: Edinburgh

Business Platform: EDP Renewables UK Limited

We are EDP, a global energy company present in around 29 markets with a particular emphasis on renewable energies. With more than 45 years of experience, we have been consolidating a relevant presence on the world energy scene based on the commitment to be all-green by 2030, leading the energy transition. With more than 13,000 employees around the world, we are committed to using our energy and heart to drive a better tomorrow.

What you will do:

The Deputy Country Manager for the United Kingdom supports the definition and execution of EDP’s strategic growth initiatives in the region. Working closely with the senior management the role contributes to the identification and development of business opportunities, both organic and through mergers and acquisitions, while ensuring the successful execution of the development pipeline. The position requires strong operational leadership, market understanding, and the ability to coordinate multidisciplinary teams, manage key stakeholders, and drive performance across projects. The Deputy Country Manager plays a key role in ensuring strategic alignment, operational excellence, Local expertise and continuity of leadership within the UK business.

Support the implementation of EDP’s business strategy in the United Kingdom, ensuring alignment with regional and global objectives.

Identify and assess strategic opportunities (greenfield, brownfield, and M&A), contributing to market analysis and feasibility assessments to support growth.

Oversee specific parts of the development pipeline, managing early-stage project development, including permitting, land acquisition, budgeting, and stakeholder engagement.

Build and maintain relationships with regulators, authorities, landowners, partners, and industry organizations, supporting the Country Manager in stakeholder management.

Coordinate cross-functional teams and ensure effective collaboration between local project teams and corporate departments (e.g., legal, engineering, finance, ESG).

Ensure compliance with national regulations and EDP’s internal governance, sustainability, and safety standards across projects.

Represent EDP in selected public forums, industry events, and stakeholder meetings, reinforcing the company’s position in the UK energy sector.

Drive operational efficiency, innovation, and continuous improvement initiatives in regional activities.

Monitor project and operational performance, risks, and budgets, proposing corrective actions where necessary.

Act as delegate to the Country Manager when required, ensuring continuity in decision-making and leadership.

Employment type: Full-Time

Work site: Hybrid Model

What are we looking for

Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Engineering, Economics, Business, or a related field; MBA is a plus.

8–10 years of experience in the UK energy sector, with exposure to business development and project execution.

Demonstrated experience in renewable energy or infrastructure project development.

Solid understanding of UK energy market dynamics, permitting processes, and stakeholder landscape.

Experience in coordinating multidisciplinary teams and managing complex projects.

Strong analytical, negotiation, and stakeholder management skills.

Ability to operate in a fast-paced, complex, and evolving environment.

Fluent in English; additional languages are an asset.

Availability to travel domestically and internationally as required

More than academic knowledge and technical skills, we are looking for ambitious people who are enthusiastic about the future and who bring human skills aligned with our purpose.

Equal opportunities for all

Our vision is that each person combines their unique characteristics and experiences to fulfill our mission of creating new energy for the planet. We are an inclusive employer, ensuring all candidates are treated fairly throughout the recruitment process. We welcome and value all people, and we are committed to fostering a sense of belonging for each person who is part of the EDP group.

Need more reasonsto apply?

As a top employer we:

Empower our employees through a positive and innovative work environment that promotes collaboration and agile decision-making;

Respect and value each person, providing a flexible, healthy, and inclusive workplace with a range of attractive benefits;

Provide a meaningful work experience and prepare our people for future challenges through different opportunities for development and internal mobility;

Our efforts have resulted in several distinctions over time, highlighting the EDP group's strong positioning and its dedication and commitment to attracting and retaining the best talent:

Top employer certification by Top Employers Institute

Part of the Bloomberg Gender-Equality Index

Global certification as a family-responsible company by Fundación Másfamília

Top 100 Workplaces by Houston Chronicle

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