Assistant Analyst (Energy Bureau)

Network Rail; Milton Keynes; Hybrid; GBP 26,000 - 31,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading infrastructure organization in Milton Keynes is seeking an Assistant Analyst (Energy Bureau) for a 12-month fixed-term contract. This role involves reconciling utility invoice payments, managing supplier queries, and maintaining energy-related records. Ideal candidates will have experience with utility invoicing and strong analytical skills. Offering competitive salary and a range of benefits including 28 days of annual leave and travel subsidies.

Benefits

Up to 28 days annual leave

Rail travel subsidies

Flexible working arrangements

Discounts on shopping and gym memberships

Qualifications

• Experience with utility invoicing from a supply or customer environment.
• Solid understanding of invoice creation and experience within the utility industry.
• Experience extracting and reporting data from multiple sources.

Responsibilities

• Validate utility invoices and manage supplier billing queries.
• Create and maintain tenant billing records and invoices.
• Monitor, measure, analyze, and report energy usage.

Skills

Utility invoicing experience

Customer service experience

Proficient in Microsoft Excel

Analytical skills

Strong communication skills

Job description

Location

Milton Keynes, GB

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Brief Description

12 Month Fixed Term opportunity for an Assistant Analyst (Energy Bureau) to join the Shared Services team who deliver a range of specialist processes that directly influence the performance and experience of our customers and suppliers at Network Rail. Services include payroll, accounts, finance, controls and compliance, reporting, recruitment, and helpdesk support.

Assistant Analyst (Energy Bureau)

Salary: £26,936 per annum (band 5)

Closing date: Friday 14th November 2025 - Late applications will not be accepted.

Contract: 12 Month Fixed Term Contract

Location: This role is based in Milton Keynes and requires 3 days per week in the office. You must live within 75 minutes of The Quadrant, Milton Keynes.

Role Overview

This role is centered on providing administrative support with a strong focus on reconciling utility invoice payments and maintaining accurate records across energy-related processes.

Main Responsibilities

• Validate utility invoices (electricity, gas, water) and manage supplier billing queries.
• Create and maintain tenant billing records and invoices.
• Raise purchase orders and ensure prompt payment of invoices to suppliers.
• Generate bills for external customers receiving utility supplies from Network Rail through the off‑charging process.
• Resolve queries from internal and external customers.
• Upload data and documents and update the Energy Link database.
• Monitor, measure, analyze, and report energy usage.
• Support the development and continuous improvement of processes and services.

What would make you ideal?

• Experience with utility invoicing from a supply or customer environment.
• Effective customer service experience, confident and professional query management.
• Proficient in Microsoft Excel, including VBA macros.
• Solid understanding of invoice creation and experience within the utility industry.
• Strong communication and analytical skills, capable of presenting information clearly.
• Experience extracting and reporting data from multiple sources, including databases.

What could set you apart?

• Previous experience in utilities management, accounts payable, financial processes, energy management or a bureau-related role.
• Creation of Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs).
• Experience with Systems Link/Energy Manager.

Benefits

Up to 28 days annual leave, rail travel subsidies, a range of pension options, flexible working arrangements, discounts on shopping, gym memberships and more.

How to Apply

Click apply now to apply. If you need reasonable adjustments, please add a note to your application or contact the Resourcing Team at [e-mail]. Adjustments can include extra time for online tasks, adapted office space, or additional equipment.

Equality, Diversity and Inclusion

Network Rail is an equal opportunity employer. We value diversity and encourage applications from all parts of society.