Contract Support Analyst

National Grid plc; Fareham; Hybrid; GBP 41,000 - 44,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Bonus

Pension scheme with company match up

Share incentive plan

Salary sacrifice car

Technology schemes

Employee assistance lines

Matched charity giving

Job summary

National Grid Interconnectors is seeking a Contract Support Analyst to help manage operational supply chain contracts and supplier relationships. You will assist in scoping work, tendering, and risk management, while supporting contract administration and compliance activities.

The role offers exposure to commercial processes within a matrix organisation, with hybrid working options between our Warwick base and Fareham site, plus home working.

Qualifications

• Understanding of contract management principles and supplier relationship management.
• Knowledge of commercial processes, compliance monitoring, and risk management.
• Excellent organisational skills and strong attention to detail.
• Ability to analyse information and produce clear reports.
• Strong communication and stakeholder management skills.
• Collaborative approach in a matrix environment.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications (Excel/Word/PowerPoint/Teams).
• Experience in contract, commercial, procurement, or supply chain environments is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Support the management of operational supply chain contracts and supplier relationships.
• Assist with development of scopes of work and requirements for tendering activities.
• Identify and escalate commercial and contractual risks as appropriate.
• Support contract administration activities, including payment certificates and drafting formal communications.
• Coordinate and support supply chain compliance audits.
• Assist with cost control activities and management reporting.
• Act as Technical Secretary for supplier and contract management meetings and maintain documentation.
• Support the administration of contract management systems and records.
• Raise and manage purchase orders and invoices.
• Maintain supply chain risk registers and mitigation actions.
• Support delivery plans, schedules, and programmes updates.
• Prepare reports and present information clearly to stakeholders.

Skills

Contract management

Supplier relationship management

Commercial processes

Risk management

MS Office (Excel, Word, PPT, Teams)

Tools

Coupa

Job description

At National Grid Interconnectors, we're at the heart of the UK's transition to a net zero energy future.

Our growing portfolio of High Voltage Direct Current (HVDC) interconnectors connects the UK to some of its closest neighbours, helping to import and export electricity, strengthen energy security, and support the delivery of cleaner, greener energy.

As we continue to expand our interconnector network and develop new projects, we're looking for a Contract Support Analyst to join our UJV Operations team.

This is an exciting opportunity to play a key role in supporting the contracts and supply chain activities that keep our interconnectors operating safely, reliably, and efficiently.

< p>Working within the Contract Management team, you'll help ensure that the right contracts, suppliers, and commercial arrangements are in place to meet operational requirements and minimise business risk. You'll work closely with a wide range of stakeholders across a matrix organisation, supporting both day-to-day operations and long-term business objectives.

This role offers excellent exposure to contract management, supplier engagement, commercial processes, and operational delivery within a business that is helping shape the future of energy.

The role is hybrid with our base office in Warwick or alternatively if you are closer to our IFA2 site in Fareham you can work from there as well as from home.

What you’ll do

• Support the management of operational supply chain contracts and supplier relationships.
• Assist with the development of scopes of work and requirements for tendering activities.
• Identify and escalation commercial and contractual risks where appropriate.
• Support contract administration activities, including preparing payment certificates and drafting formal contract communications.
• Coordinate and supporting supply chain compliance audits.
• Assist with cost control activities and management reporting.
• Act as Technical Secretary for supplier and contract management meetings, including recording actions and maintaining documentation.
• Support the administration of contract management systems and associated records.
• Raise and manage purchase orders and invoices.
• Maintain supply chain risk registers and monitoring mitigation actions.
• Support the contract management team by keeping delivery plans, schedules, and programmes up to date.
• Prepare reports and presenting information clearly and effectively to a variety of stakeholders.

What you’ll need

We’re looking for someone who is organised, proactive, and able to build strong working relationships across multiple teams.

You’ll ideally have:

• An understanding of contract management principles and supplier relationship management.
• Knowledge of commercial processes, compliance monitoring, and risk management.
• Excellent organisational skills and strong attention to detail.
• The ability to analyse information and produce clear, concise reports.
• Strong communication and stakeholder management skills.
• A collaborative approach with the ability to work effectively in a matrix environment.
• Good working knowledge of Microsoft Office applications, including Excel, Word, PowerPoint, and Teams.

It would be great if you had;

• Experience working within contract, commercial, procurement, or supply chain environments.
• Knowledge of contract management or invoicing processes.
• Experience using systems such as Coupa or other purchasing and payment platforms.
• Experience supporting operational or engineering organisations.

What you’ll get

A competitive salary between £40,706.00 - £44,297.50 per annum– dependent on capability.

As well as your base salary, you will receive a bonus based on personal and company performance and a competitive contributory pension scheme where we will double match your contribution to a maximum company contribution of 12%. You will also have access to a number of flexible benefits such as a share incentive plan, salary sacrifice car and technology schemes, support via employee assistance lines and matched charity giving to name a few.

More Information

This role closes on 27th August 2026 at 23:59, however we encourage candidates to submit their application as early as possible and not wait until the published closing date as this can vary.

We value diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive workplace for all. We welcome applications from all suitably qualified candidates – we make appointments purely on merit, assessed against objective selection criteria. We support flexible working and will make reasonable adjustments throughout the recruitment process should you have any physical or mental impairment which may affect your ability to participate in the process.

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.

National Grid operates in both the UK and US, with a broad portfolio of energy businesses dedicated to providing safe, reliable, and sustainable power.

From electricity and gas transmission to advancing clean energy and modernising grids, our work covers every aspect of the energy system.

Our energy flows through absolutely everything we do

Life here at National Grid is more than just our purpose or our values, it’s everything we put into everything we do. It’s our commitment to diversity and inclusion; how we help our employees learn and grow; and how we partner with and support the communities where we live and work. It’s all this, and so much more.

We leverage our collective strengths to do meaningful BIG work so that we can be at the heart of a fair and affordable energy future.

Your salary is reviewed each year against the market for your role, skills, knowledge and experience.

Incentive

Annual performance plan or bonus (depending on your role) rewards your contribution to our success each year.

Retirement

Generous pension plan with company contributions up to 12%.

Private medical insurance for self and family.