Graduate Contract Analyst, Interconnectors, Warwick

National Grid Plc; Warwick; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual leave 26 days

Pension scheme

Cycle-to-work

Share incentive plan

Joining bonus £2,000

Completion bonus £2,400

Accommodation allowance

Job summary

National Grid Ventures Interconnectors in Warwick offers a Graduate Contract Analyst role within the UJV Operations team. You will work with contract managers and suppliers to ensure safe, efficient delivery of services for critical energy infrastructure.

The 18-month graduate programme develops expertise in contract management, risk assessment, supplier relations, and project collaboration. A 2:2 degree in a related discipline is required, with travel expected and a UK driving licence by 27

Qualifications

• Must have a 2:2 degree in Business Management, Law, Commercial Management, Procurement & Supply, Economics, Finance, Project Management or a closely related discipline.
• Interest in commercial and contract management and supplier relationship management.
• Willingness to travel and hold a valid UK driving licence by the stated deadline.

Responsibilities

• Support contract managers and suppliers to deliver critical services across the Interconnector portfolio.
• Contribute to commercial projects and initiatives supporting energy infrastructure operations.
• Develop understanding of contract law, risk management and supplier performance in a regulated environment.

Skills

Contract management

Supplier relationship management

Contract law

Education

2:2 degree in related field

Job description

About the Position

About National Grid Ventures Interconnectors: NGV UK Interconnectors are at the heart of the UK's transition to a cleaner, more secure energy future. We own and operate a portfolio of High Voltage Direct Current (HVDC) interconnectors, which connect the UK's electricity network with neighbouring countries. These links enable electricity to flow between markets, helping to improve energy security, support the integration of renewable energy, and provide value for consumers. Alongside our existing portfolio, we are developing new interconnector projects to help meet future energy demand and support the UK's journey towards Net Zero.

About the Role

The Graduate Contract Analyst role sits within the UJV Operations team in National Grid Ventures UK Interconnectors. The Contracts Team plays a key role in ensuring the business has effective contractual arrangements in place with our supply chain, enabling suppliers to safely and efficiently deliver the services required to operate our assets.

What You’ll Do

As a Graduate Contract Analyst, you will work closely with stakeholders, suppliers, and contract management professionals to help ensure our supply chain effectively supports the operation of critical energy infrastructure.

• Collaborate with contract managers and suppliers to support the delivery of critical services across National Grid Ventures' Interconnector portfolio.
• Contribute to commercial projects and initiatives that support the operation of assets critical to the UK's energy infrastructure.
• Develop an understanding of contract law, commercial risk management and supplier performance management within a regulated environment.

During the graduate programme, you will develop knowledge and practical experience in:

• Contract management and administration.
• Commercial and contractual risk management.
• Supplier relationship management.
• Monitoring contract performance and compliance.
• Stakeholder engagement and collaboration.
• Procurement and supply chain processes.

This role offers an excellent opportunity to build a career in commercial and contract management while contributing to projects that support the UK's energy transition.

You’ll need to achieve a minimum 2:2 in a degree that relates to Business Management, Law, Commercial Management, Procurement & Supply, Economics, Finance, Project Management or a closely related discipline. We're looking for graduates who are curious, enthusiastic and eager to learn. The successful candidate will demonstrate

• An interest in commercial and contract management.
• An interest in supplier relationship management and supply chain activities.
• An interest in developing knowledge of contract law and its practical application.

Please note: Due to the amount of travel required for this role, you must obtain a full, valid UK driving licence no later than 27th June 2027 (at least three months before your start date). If you progress to the assessment centre stage, you must have passed your driving theory test before attending and be able to provide evidence of this.

Location

This role is based in Warwick. You'll be expected to attend your contractual office location at least three days per week so you'll need to live within a commutable distance of this office. Regular attendance at the Warwick office, National Grid Training Centre in Eakring and travel to Interconnector sites across the UK will be required throughout the graduate scheme and beyond.

What You’ll Get In Return

We are proud to offer a starting salary of £38,472 with annual salary increases throughout the programme.

As a first step in your career within the energy industry, our Graduate Programme offers a unique opportunity to develop your skills, gain valuable experience, and build a long-term career with National Grid.

• 26 days' annual leave, plus statutory holidays.
• A competitive pension scheme.
• Access to flexible benefits, including cycle-to-work and holiday buy/sell schemes.
• The opportunity to participate in our Sharesave and Share Incentive Plans.
• You’ll develop well-rounded skills through practical experience.
• A £2,000 joining bonus upon starting the programme.
• A £2,400 payment upon successful completion of the programme.
• An accommodation allowance of up to £200 per month as you move around the business during placements.
• Additional annual leave when moving between placements, plus support with relocating your personal belongings.
• Dedicated mentoring, regular feedback, networking opportunities, and volunteering opportunities to support your development.
• A permanent role with National Grid upon successful completion of the programme.

About the Graduate Programme

As you'll be joining our 18-month graduate programme, you'll have a tailored development pathway to support you as you develop a wide range of leadership, business, and technical skills. You'll attend in-person and virtual development sessions throughout your programme to equip you with the essential skills required, as you begin your career at National Grid. We're committed to the personal development of our colleagues so as well as the support from your line manager as you navigate your new role, you'll also have access to 1:1 coaching and a mentor, from a previous cohort to help you transition from campus to corporate life.

All graduates complete the core development programme to develop key skills such as how to make an impact, giving feedback and presentation skills. Aligned to this role is our Commercial pathway, where you’ll further develop commerciality skills and gain important insight of engineering and electricity to increase your understanding of our business and industry. Dependent upon your role you may complete a formal qualification related to your programme

We believe in the importance of getting as much on-the-job experience as possible and to do this, you will complete three 6-month placements, across the UK, designed to deepen your understanding of your speciality but to also broaden your knowledge of our business. At the end of your 18-month programme you’ll return to your initial placement area to kickstart your career.

About National Grid

National Grid is the UK’s critical energy infrastructure company, operating the electricity network and infrastructure that connects millions of people to the energy they use every day, supporting homes, businesses and communities across England and Wales.

We know the future of energy won't be shaped by what we know today. It will be shaped by what's possible tomorrow. That's why we're investing in the next generation of talent, giving apprentices, undergraduates and graduates the opportunity to learn from experts, gain hands‑on experience and contribute to work that matters from day one.

Are you ready to unlock the power of the possible?

National Grid's Early Careers opportunities in the UK are 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.

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