Manager EMEA North, Infrastructure Energy Team

AWS EMEA SARL (UK Branch) - F93•3h ago

United KingdomOnsiteFull-timeManager Level10+ yrs exp

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The Manager, Infrastructure Energy, EMEA North is responsible for powering AWS's data centres across northern and central Europe through the full lifecycle of power — setting the strategy, originating and securing capacity, delivering grid connections
managing compliance with national grid codes and regulations. This senior role requires deep commercial and technical energy expertise, strong people management capability
the ability to influence outcomes across internal teams, utilities, partners
regulatory authorities in a fast-paced environment. Operating at both strategic and executional levels, the role leads a team of 6–8 professionals who support new site/region selection, manage utility relationships
drive policy reform advocacy to unlock capacity and remove barriers to power delivery across the region. Infrastructure Services (AIS) AWS Infrastructure Services owns the design, planning, delivery
operation of all AWS global infrastructure. In other words, we’re the people who keep the cloud running. We support all AWS data centers and all of the servers, storage, networking, power
cooling equipment that ensure our customers have continual access to the innovation they rely on. We work on the most challenging problems, with thousands of variables impacting the supply chain — and we’re looking for talented people who want to help. You’ll join a diverse team of software, hardware
network engineers, supply chain specialists, security experts, operations managers
other vital roles. You’ll collaborate with people across AWS to help us deliver the highest standards for safety and security while providing seemingly infinite capacity at the lowest possible cost for our customers. And you’ll experience an inclusive culture that welcomes bold ideas and empowers you to own them to completion. there’s nothing we can’t achieve in the cloud. Key job responsibilities Programme & Delivery Leadership: Provide executive oversight for power infrastructure planning, design
delivery across multiple concurrent grid interconnection projects. Collaborate with internal stakeholders — Design Engineering, Construction, Commissioning, Operations, Finance, Legal
Real Estate — to deliver grid connections on time and to standard. Balance hands-on technical engagement with portfolio-level prioritisation, risk management
delivery governance. Utility, Partner & Stakeholder Management: Lead senior-level utility engagement to secure power capacity, manage interconnections
mitigate delivery risk. Build and maintain relationships with technical consultants to support power origination and delivery. Drive policy reform advocacy to unlock capacity and remove barriers to power delivery across the region. Financial, Risk & Performance Oversight: Own regional accountability for energy budgets, schedules
performance KPIs across the project portfolio. Identify and manage technical, commercial
delivery risks — escalating where required and implementing mitigation strategies proactively. Support capital planning, investment cases
executive decision-making with data-driven recommendations. Leadership & Capability Development: Lead, mentor
develop a team of 6–8 professionals, providing technical direction and fostering a high-performance culture. Build regional energy capability to support rapid scaling and contribute to global infrastructure considerations through matrixed collaboration. About the team Diverse Experiences Amazon values diverse experiences. Even if you do not meet all of the preferred qualifications and skills listed in the job description, we encourage candidates to apply. If your career is just starting, hasn’t followed a traditional path
includes alternative experiences, don’t let it stop you from applying. Why AWS Amazon Web Services (AWS) is the world’s most comprehensive and broadly adopted cloud platform. We pioneered cloud computing and never stopped innovating — that’s why customers from the most successful startups to Global 500 companies trust our robust suite of products and services to power their businesses. Work/Life Balance We value work-life harmony. Achieving success at work should never come at the expense of sacrifices at home
is why we strive for flexibility as part of our working culture. When we feel supported in the workplace and at home, AWS Inclusive Team Culture AWS values curiosity and connection. Our employee-led and company-sponsored affinity groups promote inclusion and empower our people to take pride in what makes us unique. Our inclusion events foster stronger, more collaborative teams. Our continual innovation is fuelled by the bold ideas, fresh perspectives
passionate voices our teams bring to everything we do.
Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or a related field - Experience in procurement, budgeting, forecasting, or asset management - Experience presenting to both technical and non-technical executive audiences - Travel up to 20% of the time - 10+ years of experience in the energy sector, including demonstrated progression into management or regional leadership roles - Proven experience in utility engagement, and power origination & securing or grid interconnection delivery across multiple jurisdictions - Technical knowledge in grids and HV/MV power infrastructure - Fluent in English
German and/or French, highly desirable
MBA - Experience in data centers, infrastructure service providers
related technology companies - Experience building and leading teams in a matrix/managed culture - Deep understanding of energy regulatory frameworks across northern and central European markets - Experience driving energy policy reform or regulatory advocacy - Commercially astute, with experience in cost optimisation without compromising reliability Amazon is an equal opportunities employer. We believe passionately that employing a diverse workforce is central to our success. We make recruiting decisions based on your experience and skills. We value your passion to discover, invent, simplify and build. Protecting your privacy and the security of your data is a longstanding top priority for Amazon. Please consult our Privacy Notice ( https://www.amazon.jobs/en/privacy_page ) to know more about how we collect, use and transfer the personal data of our candidates. Amazon is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of protected veteran status, disability
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Required skills

Electrical EngineeringMechanical Engineeringprocurementbudgetingforecastingasset managementutility engagementpower originationgrid interconnectionHV/MV power infrastructure