Principal Consultant: Irish energy market advisory

AFRY Management Consulting is a leading global advisor to the energy sector, helping clients navigate complex transitions and create sustainable value.  We combine deep sector expertise with strategic thinking to advise leading organisations on renewables, hydrogen, heat, carbon, electric mobility, energy storage and flexibility.  Our 750 consultants across 20+ offices worldwide work alongside 19,000 AFRY experts in engineering, design and digitalisation to help clients solve business-critical challenges.  Our work spans market analysis, strategy, policy and regulation, system and market modelling, and transaction support.       We are seeking a Principal Consultant to take a senior role in our Irish management consulting team. You will help strengthen AFRY’s position as a leading provider of market and commercial advice to Irish energy-sector stakeholders and develop opportunities for wider management consulting services.  Your responsibilities   Lead complex projects and oversee project teams  Build trusted client relationships and identify new opportunities  Shape proposals, sales materials and client pitches  Develop thought leadership, intellectual property and practical solutions to client challenges  Build team capabilities through training and knowledge sharing  Strengthen AFRY’s presence in industry networks and expert communities  Mentor and coach consultants in structured problem-solving and high-quality project delivery  Degree in a technical, financial or economic field   8+ years of relevant experience in the Irish energy sector, including leadership of complex projects  Strong analytical, organisational, writing and presentation skills, including proficiency in PowerPoint and Excel  An established reputation and network in the Irish energy sector   A track record of managing complex projects   A clear interest in drawing on your relationships and knowledge of the Irish energy sector to help grow AFRY’s business   Our offer  A collaborative, high-trust culture shaped by our values: brave, devoted and team player  Competitive, performance-based remuneration with excellent benefits and pension arrangements.  Opportunities to develop your career through consulting training, AFRY’s career paths and our global network  An international, inclusive environment with high standards and opportunities to take ownership and make an impact  Recruitment process  Please apply online with your CV and a short cover letter outlining your motivation for applying, salary expectations and earliest possible start date.  If you have strong relevant experience, we encourage you to apply even if you do not meet every requirement listed above.  Our selection process typically includes:  An initial Teams interview  An online assessment   A second interview and case exercise / presentation AFRY is committed to creating an inclusive & diverse environment and we are actively looking for qualified candidates irrespective of gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, ethnicity, religion, disability, or age. You will be part of a global and diverse company where our differences are our strengths. Join us to accelerate the transition towards a sustainable society. NO AGENCY CVS PLEASE At AFRY, we engineer change in everything we do. Change happens when brave ideas come together. When we collaborate, innovate technology, and embrace challenging points of view. That’s how we're making future. We are actively looking for qualified candidates to join our inclusive and diverse teams across the globe. Join us in accelerating the transition towards a sustainable future.