Market Access & Settlements Manager

Edinburgh, Midlothian
Taylor Hopkinson Limited

Market Access & Settlements Manager required for a major Offshore Wind Developer based in The United Kingdom

Responsibilities

• Manage the end-to-end Elexon BSC accession process, including authorised persons, party role registration, BMU registration, and credit cover requirements.
• Secure any required waivers or testing approvals.
• Oversee appointment and coordination with Meter Operator Agent
• Manage installation, testing, and registration of SVA and CVA metering in compliance with CoP requirements.
• Ensure alignment of metering, aggregation rules, and data flows.
• Negotiate and execute pre-energisation supply agreements.
• Manage existing PPAs with ESB and SSE, including:
• Scheduling and dispatch coordination.
• Settlement and reconciliation of Balancing Mechanism revenues.
• Interface with trading desks to optimise offtake revenue.
• Oversee operational delivery of secured CfDs, including reporting, settlement, and compliance with Low Carbon Contracts Company (LCCC) obligations.
• Develop and deliver strategies for participation in the Capacity Market and ancillary services markets to maximise revenues
• Maintain and update market entry action plans and trackers.
• Ensure all interlinked processes remain on schedule and compliant with relevant codes and standards.
• Define and implement settlement processes and trading strategies in collaboration with offtakers.
• Oversee system integration and software interface requirements for BM participation, settlement, and PPA/CfD delivery.
• Ensure readiness for live operations post-energisation and ongoing operational excellence across all contracted and merchant revenue streams.
• Work closely with procurement and development teams to identify local supply chain opportunities, contribute to local content strategies, and support stakeholder engagement.
• Assess and manage commercial risks related to revenue models, offtake structures, grid access, and policy changes.
• Liaise with development, finance, legal, and external stakeholders to align commercial inputs across the lifecycle of offshore wind projects

Requirements

• 5-10+ years of experience in offshore wind or renewable energy, with a focus on route to market, PPAs, CfDs, or commercial strategy.
• Strong understanding of energy markets in the UK.
• Proven track record in dealing with utilities, corporate offtakers, or government entities.
• Familiarity with local supply chain development, industrial policy considerations, and content requirements.
• Experience with offshore grid development, interconnection, and TSO engagement.
• Bachelor’s or master’s degree in business, engineering, economics, energy policy, or a related field