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Hybrid in Madrid·Added 1 month ago (last checked 4 Nov)
Our summary
- Work mode
- Hybrid, Madrid
- Contract
- Fixed-term
- English
- Required
- Experience
- 5+ years
- Education
- Master's degree
- Benefits
- Private health insurance
Visa options
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Skills
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Pay & benefits
What you'll get
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.
The role
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.
What you'll do
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.
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.
Hiring process
Application
Interview with HR
With HR team
Interview with your future manager
With a future manager
Discuss the position and show your qualifications; in person or by video.
Decision
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
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.
In their own words
About the company & team
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