Senior Consultant – Economic Studies & Regulation

Madrid, Spain (Hybrid)·Added 7 days ago

Veolia

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What they offer

  • Fixed-term contract

    Per the ad.

  • Hybrid

    Office and home days — the ad has the split.

What they ask for

  • Have the right to work in Spain

    Veolia doesn't mention sponsorship in the ad.

  • Work in English

    English is required, per the ad.

  • Be near Madrid, Spain (Hybrid) for hybrid days

    No relocation package mentioned.

The role

Company Description

As the Veolia's Engineering & Consulting activity, we provide public and private clients with access to our global expertise to help them address today's environmental challenges, including water cycle management, waste and circularity, and energy and decarbonisation

Job Description

MRC Consultants and Transaction Advisers, our subsidiary based in Madrid specialises in independent, high-quality advice through the full project cycle, from early feasibility to execution and post-implementation evaluation, with a focus on decarbonisation, renewable energy integration, energy storage and climate-resilient infrastructure.

We are seeking a Senior Consultant to join our Economic Studies & Regulation team in Madrid.

You will provide strategic and analytical advice on energy markets and regulation for leading international clients, including major IFIs.

You will also contribute to our growing work in financial modelling and green finance for energy investment projects and PPAs, which is a priority area for the team.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Conduct energy market assessments, economic analyses and valuations for due diligence and project development.

  • Design and implement tariff frameworks and cost-of-service studies for regulated utilities.

  • Deliver IFI-funded regulatory and market reform assignments (World Bank, AFD, AfDB, EU).

  • Build financial models for IFIs and investors on international investment projects and PPAs, to international standards.

  • Support green and sustainable finance advisory, a growing focus for the team.

  • Provide strategic advice on energy sector business models and investment decisions.

  • Analyse wholesale, balancing and ancillary power markets and their platforms and mechanisms.

  • Present complex analyses to diverse audiences in English and other languages.

  • Identify market opportunities and contribute to business development.

Requirements

Qualifications

Technical Skills

  • MSc in Economics, Finance, or a related quantitative field.
  • 5 to 10 years of experience in energy market analysis and regulation, with work experience within Europe.
  • Deep understanding of wholesale energy markets, regulatory frameworks, and market design.
  • Proven knowledge of power market platforms and their operations (wholesale, balancing, ancillary markets, day-ahead, and intraday mechanisms).
  • Strong quantitative and qualitative analytical skills with experience in economic and financial modeling.
  • Experience with data analytics tools (Excel; Python/R are a plus).
  • Desirable
    • Experience in green and sustainable finance, and PPA structuring.
    • Experience with International Financial Institutions (IFIs) and development banks (World Bank, AFD, AfDB, ADB, EU).
    • Knowledge of energy transition topics, including renewable integration, decarbonization, and digitalization.

Soft Skills

  • Excellent written and verbal communication in English, and fluency in at least one other language (Spanish, French are preferred).
  • Self-motivated and proactive, with strong problem-solving abilities.
  • Willingness to travel occasionally, worldwide.

 

Pay & benefits

Additional Information

What We Offer:

  • Hybrid working arrangement (2 days telework per week) at our Madrid headquarters

  • Competitive salary based on experience, plus performance bonus

  • Participation in Veolia's employee share-ownership plan

  • 23 days holiday allowance

  • Medical and dental insurance

  • Staff canteen and additional Veolia group benefits

  • Dynamic, multinational team environment

  • Exposure to high-impact projects with leading international clients.

As an inclusive company, Veolia is committed to diversity and gives equal consideration to all applications, without discrimination.

How they hire

3 steps2 interviews
  1. Application

  2. Interview with HR

    With HR team

  3. Interview with your future manager

    With a future manager

    Discuss the position and show your qualifications; in person or by video.

  4. Decision

  5. Onboarding

    Welcomed by your HR contact or manager and introduced to the teams.

About Veolia

Veolia is a global leader in optimized resource management, providing water, waste, and energy management solutions to municipalities and industries across more than 40 countries. With a workforce of over 200,000 employees, the company designs and implements services that help clients reduce their environmental footprint while improving operational efficiency. Veolia's activities span the entire water cycle, from treatment and distribution to wastewater management, as well as energy services and waste recovery.

In Spain, Veolia operates through several subsidiaries, including Aguas de Telde and Teidagua in the Canary Islands, and has a strong presence in regions like Catalonia, the Basque Country, and Madrid. The company is a major employer in the Spanish utilities and facilities management sector, with roles ranging from plant operators and maintenance technicians to engineers and project managers. For international professionals, Veolia offers opportunities to work on large-scale infrastructure projects, with a strong emphasis on safety, sustainability, and technical innovation, making it an attractive employer for those with engineering or operational backgrounds.

Founded
1853
Employees
200,000–250,000
Headquarters
Paris, France
In Spain
Madrid, Barcelona, Zamudio and 5 more
Website
veolia.com

Good to know if you are moving

  • Veolia has a significant presence in Spain, with offices and operations in Madrid, Barcelona, the Basque Country, and the Canary Islands, offering a wide range of roles across the country.
  • The company is a global leader in water, waste, and energy management, providing international professionals with opportunities to work on large-scale infrastructure projects.
  • Veolia offers roles in both Spanish and English, and while Spanish is often required for client-facing positions, technical and engineering roles may be accessible to non-native speakers.
  • The company is committed to sustainability and ecological transformation, making it an attractive employer for professionals passionate about environmental impact.
  • Veolia provides extensive training and development programs, including internships and apprenticeships, which can be a good entry point for international candidates.
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