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EDF Energy

Finance Business Partner

Join EDF Energy in Edinburgh as a Finance Business Partner, providing financial insights to support offshore wind and Ireland portfolios. This hybrid role offers flexible working, a competitive salary, and benefits like EV leasing and private healthcare. Help drive Britain and Ireland’s net zero future with a leading renewable energy company.

EDF Energy

Company Overview

EDF Energy Limited, a subsidiary of Électricité de France (EDF)

London, United Kingdom

2002

Approximately 11,700 employees (source: linkedin.com). Revenue figures for 2023 are not publicly detailed.

What They Do

EDF Energy is a prominent British integrated energy company that specializes in electricity generation and supply. The company operates across various energy sectors, including nuclear, gas, coal, and renewable energy sources. Its EDF Renewables UK division focuses on developing onshore and offshore wind farms, solar energy, and battery storage solutions, boasting over 1.5 GW of operational renewable capacity and nearly 14 GW in planning and development (source: wikipedia.org). EDF Energy provides a range of products and services, including dual fuel tariffs and electricity-only supplies, catering to both residential and commercial customers. The company plays a significant role in the UK energy market, with approximately 44% of homes powered by its nuclear output in 2020 (source: energyscanner.com).

Projects & Track Record

EDF Energy has a strong track record of notable projects in the renewable energy sector. Among its completed projects are the 47.5 MW Corriemoillie wind farm and the 31 MW Beck Burn wind farm, which opened in July 2017, as well as the 19.2 MW Pearie Law wind farm, commissioned in April 2017 (source: wikipedia.org). The company has also acquired 11 Scottish wind farm sites from Partnerships for Renewables, which have a potential capacity of 600 MW. Currently, EDF Energy is engaged in major projects such as Hinkley Point C, which involves the construction of two EPR reactors scheduled to start operations in 2025, and the Sizewell C and Bradwell B nuclear builds (source: wikipedia.org). These projects highlight EDF Energy's commitment to expanding its nuclear and renewable energy capabilities in the UK.

Recent Developments

In recent years, EDF Energy has made significant strides in its operations and partnerships. Notably, EDF Trading appointed Philipp Büssenschütt as Chief Executive Officer effective January 1, 2026, and expanded its joint venture with JERA to include Japanese Power in 2025 (source: edftrading.com). The parent company, EDF, has reported progress on the Hinkley Point C project, which is on track for operations in 2025, while EDF Renewables continues to develop a robust pipeline of 14 GW across wind, solar, and storage projects (source: wikipedia.org). Additionally, the company has previously acquired Pivot Power for battery storage and EV infrastructure in 2019, and a majority stake in Pod Point for EV charging in 2020, reflecting its focus on sustainable energy solutions.

Working There

EDF Energy offers a diverse range of roles across various departments, including electricity production, supply, trading, and infrastructure development. The company employs approximately 11,700 people, with opportunities in operations, customer service, engineering, and development (source: find-and-update.company-information.service.gov.uk). Hiring occurs at multiple UK locations, including London, Glasgow, and Bridgwater, as well as international offices in Dublin and other locations (source: craft.co). The company culture emphasizes long-term partnerships and reliability, as evidenced by its 4-star service rating from independent reviews (source: energyscanner.com).


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Job Description

Are you ready to use your finance expertise to support a cleaner, greener future? At EDF Power Solutions, you'll help us drive performance across our offshore wind and Ireland portfolio and support Britain and Ireland's journey towards a net zero future.

The Opportunity

As a Finance Business Partner, you'll work closely with managers and Business Partners to provide clear financial insight that helps shape strategic decisions. You'll support long-term performance by helping the business understand key drivers and identify opportunities for improvement.

You'll analyse financial information, support forecasts, and work across teams to ensure processes and performance indicators are delivered effectively. Your work will help leaders make confident decisions that drive stronger financial performance.

This hybrid role is based at our Edinburgh or Durham office, with flexibility to work from home. You'll collaborate with colleagues across the organisation, building strong relationships that support shared goals.

Who You Are

We're looking for a Finance Business Partner who is looking to build strong foundations for a career in finance, perhaps you've recently qualified and are looking for your first in-house role or you are currently studying toward your qualifications. You'll be curious, collaborative, and confident in challenging and supporting stakeholders.

To be shortlisted, you need to offer:

  • An accounting qualification or working towards (CTA, ACA, ACCA, CIMA, CIPFA or equivalent)
  • Experience interpreting and communicating complex financial data clearly to finance and non-finance audiences
  • Strong analytical, communication and digital skills
  • The ability to work in a fast paced environment and prioritise effectively
  • Experience using SAP, PowerBI or similar BI tools are desirable

What You'll Be Doing

  • Supporting Business Partners with day-to-day activities including but not limited to management accounts, cashflow, forecasting and budgeting, reporting and journals
  • Partnering with the Offshore and Ireland Business Unit and other technologies to support performance
  • Providing insight and analysis which will help improve cash flow and profitability
  • Challenging and supporting managers to drive financial and operational improvements
  • Supporting financial forecasting and regular reviews
  • Monitoring compliance with finance processes and controls

Pay, Benefits and Culture

If you're looking to join a company where you can work hard, have fun, and help to create a net zero future - then you're in the right place! If you're passionate about tackling climate change to support a cleaner, greener future, we'd love you to come and join us.

Alongside a competitive salary, potential for an annual bonus, and a market-leading pension scheme, our employee benefits include flexible benefits tailored to your lifestyle - from electric vehicle leasing and private healthcare to extra holiday and more.

Everyone is welcome at EDF; we're committed to building a workforce that reflects gender balance, social mobility, and inclusion of minority ethnic backgrounds, LGBTQ+ communities, and those with disabilities. As a Disability Confident employer, we will support applicants requiring adjustments.

Why EDF Power Solutions?

We're united by a shared ambition: to tackle climate change and power a net zero future. Our diverse team is growing fast, driven by innovation and a commitment to clean, green energy for all.

With technologies spanning onshore and offshore wind, solar, battery storage and green hydrogen, we're the UK and Ireland's most diverse renewable generator. By 2035, we aim to deliver 10GW of low-carbon energy - and we'd love you to help us get there.

Energise your career. Accelerate a net zero future.

Join us, and let's do good together.

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About the role

March 7, 2026

Full time

Company

March 7, 2026

Hybrid

Solar Energy , Wind Energy , Energy Storage , Hydrogen

EDF Energy

edfenergy.com

  •  Edinburgh, Scotland, United Kingdom

Entry-level or recent qualification

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