Commercial Analyst

Commercial AnalystBnM is seeking a Commercial Analyst who will play a key role in supporting the commercial progression of renewable energy projects through internal stage gates and investment approvals.

This role will work closely with the Commercial Contracts Manager to co-ordinate commercial inputs across wind, solar, thermal and battery projects, and help shape investment cases for the board and shareholder review. The successful candidate will act as a critical link between commercial, development and finance teams to ensure business cases are robust, well-articulated and aligned to strategic priorities.

Role Specifics:

• Job Title: Commercial Analyst
• Function: Commercial
• Reporting to: Commercial Contracts Manager
• Location: Newbridge
• Duration: Permanent
• HR Contact: Rob McConnell
• Apply on or before: 4th of August 2026Eligibility: Internal & External

The Role

The main duties and responsibilities of the role will include the following:

Stage Gate and Investment Case ManagementLead the co-ordination of commercial inputs to internal stage gate processes, ensuring documentation is complete, consistent, and submitted to agreed timelines.

Maintain a clear pipeline of upcoming gate reviews, tracking requirements and responsibilities across the commercial function.

Collaborate with technical, financial and legal leads to compile and review investment case materials for board and shareholder approval.

Support post-gate action tracking and continuous improvement of the stage gate process.

Business Case DevelopmentSupport development and appraisal of financial models, including base case, sensitivities and risk scenarios for renewable energy projects.

Assist in the drafting and refinement of commercial narratives, aligning business cases to wider strategic goals and market context.

Cross-Functional & Shareholder EngagementWork closely with project teams to ensure alignment across disciplines and prepare for key decision-making forums.

Assist in planning and co-ordination of interactions with external shareholders, including preparation of briefing packs, commercial inputs and issue tracking.

Commercial Participation in ProjectsAttend and contribute to project team meetings during the commercial phase, providing timely updates and ensuring commercial issues are raised and addressed.

Maintain clear records of commercial risks, dependencies and assumptions within the project governance framework.

Market Intelligence & InsightConduct ad hoc research and analysis to support commercial positioning and competitiveness of projects.

Track relevant policy, market and pricing developments to inform investment case assumptions.

All employees are expected to co-operate fully with all provisions taken by the company for ensuring Health, Safety and Welfare of themselves, fellow employees and members of the public.

Identify, understand and apply all Health & Safety legislation and regulatory requirements as a fundamental element of any construction design or undertaking ensuring safety of employees and members of the public during construction, testing, commissioning and operation.

Proactively participate in the Performance Management process to ensure delivery of own, and the wider team's, objectives.

The Person:

The ideal candidate will possess the following qualification, skills, knowledge, and attributes:

Qualifications

• Degree in Business, Finance, Economics or a related discipline.2 to 3 years’ experience in a commercial, financial or strategic role, preferably in the energy, infrastructure or capital project sectors.
• Demonstrated experience working on investment cases or stage gate-type processes is highly desirable.
• Highly organised with a methodical approach to managing deadlines and documentation.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills with a collaborative mindset.
• Commercially astute with an interest in energy transition and infrastructure development.
• Proactive, eager to learn, and comfortable working in a dynamic project-based environment.
• Highly organised with a methodical approach to managing deadlines and documentation.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills with a collaborative mindset.
• Commercially astute with an interest in energy transition and infrastructure development.
• Proactive, eager to learn, and comfortable working in a dynamic project-based environment.

Additional qualifications

• (e.g., CFA, ACA, CIMA) are advantageous but not essential.
• Strong numerical and analytical skills, with experience reviewing or building financial models.
• If you wish to be considered, simply apply on or before 4th of August 2026.
• BnM is an equal opportunities employer.