Junior Development Analyst Strategic Infrastructure

National Grid; England; Hybrid; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading energy firm in the UK is looking for a Junior Development Analyst Higher Apprentice. Located in Warwick, this role offers flexible hybrid work and a starting salary of £31,310. The successful candidate will assist in major infrastructure projects, requiring GCSEs and A-Levels in STEM subjects. With no prior experience necessary, this apprenticeship provides a path toward a recognized qualification and career development with various benefits including 26 days of annual leave and a pension scheme.

Benefits

26 days annual leave + statutory holidays

Pension scheme and sharesave options

Flexible benefits including cycle to work

Achieve Level 4 Higher National Certificate

Permanent position upon completion

Qualifications

• Minimum of five GCSEs including English, Maths, and a Science.
• Two A-Levels at grade C or above in STEM subjects, or equivalent BTEC.
• Driving licence required by 31st May 2026.

Responsibilities

• Assist Project Development Managers.
• Involve in planning and project submissions.
• Engage with various teams on project development.

Skills

GCSEs in English, Maths, Science

A-Levels in STEM subjects

Driving licence

Flexibility to travel

Commitment to learn

Education

GCSEs (minimum five with grades 9 to 4)

Two A-Levels or equivalent in STEM

BTEC Level 3 in Electrical and Electronic Engineering

Job description

About us

The Junior Development Analyst Higher Apprentice role is based within our Strategic Infrastructure Team (SI), a new team that has been set up to deliver 17 new major projects in the UK, as well as other strategic projects to help us deliver on our net zero ambitions and help the UK Government meet its target of 50GW of renewable energy by 2030.

Our aim is to help the UK switch to clean energy and make sure our electricity network is fit for the future; carrying more clean, secure energy from where it’s generated to where you need it. As a Junior Development Analyst Higher Apprentice, you would play a crucial role in enabling us to do this.

Within this role you’ll gain experience in all aspects of project development and delivery, collaborating with stakeholders from across the business, and key document creation, including:

• Working alongside Project Development Managers to help shape large/ complex infrastructure projects, from early‑stage optioneering to cost and programme development.
• Getting involved in planning and submitting live and future projects, gaining insight into National Grid’s outage plans and operational constraints.
• Engaging with a wide range of teams and departments to build a comprehensive understanding of how projects are developed, managed, and delivered.
• Participating in workshops and collaborating across teams to identify technology options, risks, and opportunities, while understanding how projects interact within a live system.
• Ensuring all activities comply with National Grid and industry health, safety and environmental standards, regulations, company operating procedures and working practices.
• Gaining a solid understanding of electrical power principles, including how electricity is distributed across networks, how networks are designed and managed under both normal and fault conditions to ensure safe and reliable power delivery.

Location for this role

This role is based in the Warwick office and offers flexible, hybrid working. Within the role you will support the delivery of one of our major infrastructure projects within SI, and therefore you will be required to live within a 45-60‑minute commutable distance of the following postcode: CV34 6DA.

You will be required to travel to our site locations, and annually you’re expected to travel more than 10,000 miles for business.

About you

• You will have a minimum of five GCSEs with grades 9 to 4 (A* to C), including English, Maths, and a Science (or equivalent).
• Have or be predicted to achieve two A‑Levels at grade C or above in STEM subjects, one will be in either Maths or Physics OR BTEC National Certificate OR Diploma Level 3 in Electrical and Electronic Engineering discipline at Grade Merit or Distinction, essential the maths modules should be at Merit or Distinction.
• A driving licence is required for this role so if you do not already have one you must have obtained one by 31st May 2026.
• You will be flexible to travel when required within this role, this will include frequent overnight stays away from home in pre‑booked accommodation.

You don’t need prior work experience; the determination and will to succeed is far more important as we will teach you everything you need to know. The role will provide you with a variety of skills including transferrable skills to support your career development within National Grid.

What you’ll get

We are proud to offer a starting salary of £31,310 for this apprenticeship which will increase annually.

As a first step to your career in the energy industry, our Higher Apprenticeship programmes are like no other! You’ll gain an insight into how we work at National Grid, understand what a career with us can offer, and receive some great rewards and benefits:

• Upon successful completion of your two‑year apprenticeship you will achieve a nationally recognised accredited qualification, Level 4 Higher National Certificate in Electrical Systems Engineering HTQ.
• 26 days annual leave + statutory holidays.
• Pension scheme and sharesave options.
• Flexible benefits including cycle to work, buy/sell holiday to name a few.
• Opportunity to enrol in our sharesave/share incentive plans.
• You’ll develop well‑rounded skills through practical experience.
• A permanent position upon successful completion of your Apprenticeship.

About National Grid

National Grid is at the heart of the energy future, and our people are at the heart of National Grid. We’re 30,000 colleagues strong. In the UK, National Grid doesn’t generate or sell energy – we join the dots to get energy from A to B. From making a cup of tea in the morning to keeping the lights on in hospitals, our electricity network puts power in the hands of people. Without it, the world as we know it would grind to a halt.

The world of energy is changing beyond recognition as we focus on building a cleaner, greener future. Working at National Grid, you won’t just be touching the lives of almost everyone in the UK – you’ll be shaping the way we use and consume energy for generations to come.

Our Values and Principles

Diversity, equity, and inclusion are at the heart of who we are and what we do. Our commitment to these values is unwavering and they are central to our mission. We encourage applications from all backgrounds, communities and industries and we are happy to discuss any adjustments that you require.

All applications are welcome from candidates who meet these requirements, regardless of race, nationality, or ethnic origin. We welcome and encourage applicants with diverse experiences and backgrounds, and offer flexible and tailored support, at home and in the office where and when needed. All offers are based on the right to work in the UK, qualifications, the innovation from creating diverse teams and perspectives, as well as business need.

Further Information

You can only apply for one Apprenticeship opportunity during this recruitment cycle.

We recruit on a rolling basis and reserve the right to close our vacancies once we have enough applications based on volume of applications. We encourage you to apply as early as possible to ensure you obtain the place you want in the application process.

Assessment centres will be held between January – April 2026.

National Grid’s Apprenticeship programme in the UK is open to all applicants who meet the eligibility criteria, including an existing and valid right to work in the UK. As part of the application process this will need to be evidenced and verified before you can start the programme.

Please note that in most cases, National Grid is unable to offer sponsorship for employment under the UK points‑based immigration system. As such, applicants must have the legal right to work in the UK without requiring sponsorship now or in the future under the UK points‑based immigration system. However, in exceptional circumstances where there is a clear and demonstrable need for specialist skills that cannot be sourced from the local labour market, National Grid may consider offering sponsorship. All applications are welcome from candidates who meet these requirements, regardless of race, nationality, or ethnic origin.

For information about visas please visit https://www.gov.uk/browse/visas-immigration/work-visas.

Please be aware that it’s your responsibility to explore avenues of working in the UK, as we’re not able to provide advice on this.