One Minute Intervew: Pavel Miller, policy and external affairs executive, Energy UK

What was your first job?

Retail assistant in a gift shop.

What are the best and worst parts of your job?

The best part is being involved in the energy industry at such an exciting time and the chance to work with a range of companies with diverse interests. The worst part is trying to find the time to keep on top of all the various new policies and initiatives in the UK and from Brussels.

What’s your dream job and why?

A professional poker player backed by a generous and patient Middle Eastern investor. I’d get to see the world and be famous among late night viewers of Channel 5.

What’s your most treasured possession?

My wedding ring because I’ve already lost one.

Where did you last go on holiday?

Spain for a cultured lads’ holiday.

In the Hollywood film of your life, who would play you?

It’s wishful thinking but Brad Pitt.

Reveal something about yourself not many people know.

I’m a singer in a soul/funk/R&B covers band.

What album is in your car CD player?

I don’t own a car or play CDs but I’ve got the new Daft Punk track on repeat on Spotify.

What’s your favourite film and TV programme?

Film – depends on the mood but Old School is the best for a laugh. TV programme – Breaking Bad.

What quote or saying do you most overuse?

It is either “to be fair” or “give Arsene one more year”.

If you ruled the world, what would you do first?

I’d start off with good intentions to broker a deal to prevent climate change, but would probably be corrupted by the power and instead focus on getting a 500-foot statue of myself built.

What’s your favourite joke?

Spurs finishing above Arsenal.

This article first appeared in Utility Week’s print edition of 3rd May 2013.

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