Junior Contract Manager

We need everyone's positive energy and innovative thinking to lead the energy transition to net zero. That's why we welcome applications from all backgrounds and experiences and have a range of flexible working options to suit everyone!

Location: Coventry with hybrid working
Salary: £44,199- £56,113
Contract: Permanent

Here's what you'll be doing

At E.ON Energy Infrastructure Solutions (EIS) UK, we are leading the way in the UK's energy transition, playing a pivotal role in achieving net zero. We specialise in delivering innovative, sustainable energy infrastructure, including heat networks that provide efficient, low-carbon heating solutions to communities and businesses. With our projects, we are reducing carbon footprints and driving forward the shift to cleaner energy. Join us and be part of a team that’s not just imagining a greener future but actively building it.

We have an exciting opportunity for a Junior Contract Manager to join our in- life EIS Contract Team. At E.ON, we focus on helping new and existing customers transform their business with a range of energy solutions. Whether they aim to improve profitability, secure their energy supply, reduce complexity or improve the comfort and well-being of their people, we have the technology and expertise that can help them fulfil their energy potential.

As a Junior Contract Manager, you will manage a diverse range of contracts within our B2B Sales business. You will be responsible for the entire contract management of Commercial customer agreements and play a pivotal role in supporting the commercial reporting on contract performance to the wider business.

Key Responsibilities

• Oversee the full contract management cycle of commercial customer agreements within our B2B business.
• Support commercial reporting on contract performance to the wider business.
• Conduct holistic assessments of opportunities and risks, supporting Contract and Commercial Managers in developing, managing, and delivering identified programmes and transactions.
• Proactively manage and collaborate with a wide range of internal stakeholders, including key partners across Operations, New Business Commercial functions, Solutions Sales, Delivery, Finance, Environment, Legal, and Strategy and Policy, to ensure E.ON meets its obligations within B2B customer contracts.
• Mitigate risks by aligning with policy, legal, and regulatory stakeholders.
• Manage E.ON’s credit exposure through active assessments of contracts.

• Manage transition arrangements for any contracts where these come to completion and are or are not renewed.

What we need from you

• Personal impact and Influencing skills demonstrated through using commercial management tools & techniques. (e.g Excel)
• Excellent communication and negotiation skills, with a proven ability to manage both internal and external stakeholders effectively and build strong relationships.
• Strong commercial acumen with a proven ability to identify and balance key commercial, strategic, and creative issues or opportunities while providing clarity and insight.
• A proactive, self- starting approach and willingness to learn as required.
• The ability to multitask and manage numerous contracts whilst maintaining focus under pressure.

It would be great if you had

• Experience within the energy sector

Here’s what you need to know

• Award-Winning Benefits: Our market-leading benefits package includes 26 days of holiday plus bank holidays, a generous pension scheme, life cover, bonus opportunities, and access to 20 flexible benefits with tax and/or NI savings. Recognised with the Personnel Today Reward, Recognition and Benefits Award 2022, our benefits truly stand out.

• Recognised for Family-Friendly and Hybrid Policies: In 2024, we earned Double Recognition at the Personnel Today Awards for our exceptional family-friendly and hybrid working initiatives. Lets discuss how we can work together flexibly.

• Inclusive Employer: As the only energy company in the Inclusive Top 50 UK Employers (currently ranked 8th), we’re committed to equal opportunities, diversity, and fairness for everyone.

• Support for Disabled Applicants: As a Disability Confident Employer, we guarantee an interview for all disabled candidates who meet the minimum role criteria.

• Development Opportunities: With inclusive talent networks, learning resources, and skill-building programs, your career growth is a priority.