Contract Support Analyst

National Grid; Fareham; On-site; GBP 41,000 - 44,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Bonus based on performance

Pension scheme with 12% company match

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 join the UJV Operations team hybrid from Warwick or Fareham. The role supports contracts, suppliers, and commercial arrangements to meet operational needs and reduce risk.

You’ll engage a wide range of stakeholders in a matrix organisation and contribute to both daily operations and long-term objectives. Key duties include contract administration, cost control, and support for supplier audits, with exposure to the end-to-end

Qualifications

• Knowledge of contract management principles and supplier relationship management.
• Experience with compliance monitoring and risk management.
• Strong organisational skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to analyse information and produce concise reports.
• Strong communication and stakeholder management abilities.

Responsibilities

• Support management of operational supply chain contracts and supplier relationships.
• Assist development of scopes of work and tender requirements.
• Identify and elevate commercial and contractual risks as needed.
• Prepare payment certificates and draft contract 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.
• Support administration of contract management systems and records.
• Raise and manage purchase orders and invoices.
• Maintain supply chain risk registers and mitigations.
• Update delivery plans, schedules, and programmes.
• Prepare reports and present information clearly to stakeholders.

Skills

Contract management

Supplier relationship management

Risk management

Data analysis

Stakeholder management

MS Office (Excel/PowerPoint/Word/Teams

Tools

Coupa

Microsoft Office

Excel

PowerPoint

Teams

Job description

About the role

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.

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 elevate 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.