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Market Analyst
A Market Analyst in a clean energy storage hub studies data and trends about energy to help companies make decisions. For example, they might look at how much electricity offshore wind farms produce and how much hydrogen is stored, then forecast future prices and demand.
They turn numbers into insights, advising on questions like “When is it best to sell electricity or hydrogen?” or “How will a new policy affect our market?” This role mixes math, economics and knowledge of renewables to guide clean energy strategy.
Key Responsibilities
• Track how much energy is stored (hydrogen, batteries).
• Analyse the best times to sell stored energy for profit.
• Predict how weather or global trends affect wind power output.
• Forecast how electricity demand will rise or fall in the UK.
• Study how hydrogen prices affect the whole supply chain.
• Help investors understand where to put their money.
What You’ll Most Likely Be Doing:
• Creating reports on hydrogen market prices.
• Working with engineers to plan energy release schedules.
• Using software to build graphs and a trend model.
• Recommending energy storage strategies to managers.
• Reporting to government or business partners about energy outlooks.
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Salary Range
Entry-Level
Experienced
Essential Skills
Analytical skills: Comfortable with numbers, charts and statistics, since you’ll be interpreting lots of data
• Computer skills: Proficient with tools like Excel or data software (Python, R) to manage and model data.
• Communication: Able to explain complex data clearly in writing and presentations to people from different teams.
• Organisational skills: Good at planning research and meeting deadlines while juggling multiple tasks.
• Curiosity about energy: Eager to learn about new clean technologies (offshore wind, batteries, hydrogen) and how markets work.
• Teamwork: Willing to work with engineers, economists and project managers to solve problems together.
Qualifications and Training
You usually need at least 5 GCSEs at grades 4–9 (A*–C), including Maths, English, and Science, with Maths being very important.
Post-16:
• A-levels (or equivalent Level 3 qualification) in subjects like Maths, Physics/Chemistry, Economics, Computing or Business are ideal. These give the analytical and technical foundation you need.
Higher education:
• A degree (bachelor's or higher) in a relevant subject, such as Business, Energy Economics and Data Analytics. Alternatively, a Level 4+ apprenticeship, examples being Data Analyst or Digital & Technology, are also great other options.
Having a degree helps you develop the technical, business, and data skills needed to work with hydrogen, battery storage, and electricity markets. Many employers look for graduates with strong analytical knowledge and an understanding of the energy industry. Some Important A-
Level subjects to study include:
• Mathematics – Essential for data analysis, market forecasting, and modelling.
• Physics – Useful for understanding energy systems and engineering basics.
• Economics or Business Studies – Teaches supply and demand, finance, and market behaviour.
• Computer Science – Helps with data analysis tools, coding, and automation.
After A-level, some ideal degrees include:
• Economics or Business – These degrees teach you how energy markets work, how prices are set, and how supply and demand affect energy storage. You’ll learn to study market trends, create financial models, and understand how companies and governments make energy decisions. This is important in a storage zone, where knowing when to store, sell, or buy electricity or hydrogen affects profits and operations. These degrees are offered at universities like the University of Leeds or Loughborough, typically asking for BBB– AAB at A-level. This degree helps you become a Market Analyst by teaching you how to use economic data to make smart energy decisions.
• Data Science or Statistics – These courses focus on analysing large sets of information using tools like Python or R. You’ll learn to spot patterns, make forecasts, and create
models that help predict how much energy will be needed, used, or stored. This is vital in the Storage & Industrial Zone, where decisions must be made quickly based on energy use, wind conditions, and storage levels. Offered at universities like the University of Bath, University of Exeter, and Lancaster, entry requirements are usually around ABB–AAA. These degrees help you become a Market Analyst by giving you the data and tech skills to make accurate predictions.
After your undergraduate degree, gaining a master's can accelerate your route into senior leadership positions. Some of these postgraduate options include:
• Energy Systems & Data Analytics – This master’s course at University College London blends energy science with advanced data analysis. You’ll study how energy systems work, from wind farms to storage sites, and how to manage them using big data. You’ll learn how to model and optimise energy flow, forecast demand, and support smart grid operations. UCL requires at least a 2:1 degree in a related subject. This MSc helps you stand out by giving you specialist skills for analysing energy systems and making smarter storage decisions in zones like your windfarm replica.
• Energy Economics – These postgraduate degrees focus on the financial and policy side of renewable energy. You’ll study global energy markets, carbon pricing, and the economics behind hydrogen and battery storage. For example, the University of Strathclyde and Heriot-Watt offer courses that explain how renewable projects are funded and how they stay competitive. Entry usually requires a 2:2 or above. These degrees help you progress in a Market Analyst role by giving you an expert-level understanding of both energy technologies and the business models behind them.
An apprenticeship is a great way to become a Market Analyst if you prefer learning by doing and want to earn while you study. It combines on-the-job experience with classroom learning and can lead directly into analyst roles in the energy industry.
• Level 4 Data Analyst Apprenticeship – This is a great first step if you enjoy working with numbers and solving problems. You’ll learn how to collect, clean, and analyse data to help businesses make smarter decisions. In the offshore energy sector, this might include tracking electricity output, predicting energy demand, or deciding when to store or sell hydrogen. Many companies offer this apprenticeship, including those in renewable energy and utilities. Entry typically requires 5 GCSEs including Maths and English (some employers may also ask for A-Levels or a Level 3 qualification).
• Level 6 apprenticeship in Data Science – These higher-level apprenticeships lead to a full bachelor’s degree while you work. You’ll learn advanced skills like coding, machine learning, and financial modelling. In the Storage & Industrial Zone, you might work with energy storage data, forecast energy market prices, or study how storage affects local supply and demand. Organisations like EDF Energy, National Grid, and SSE have offered these in the past. You usually need A-Levels at grades around BBB to ABB or a Level 3
Extended Diploma.
• Level 6 apprenticeship in Project Management – While slightly broader, these apprenticeships also involve using data to guide projects and operations. You’ll learn how to interpret energy reports, support energy trading, and work alongside technical teams to improve site performance. This is useful for analysts who want to work at the business end of energy storage zones.
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