Graduate Risk & Assurance Analyst (AI & Digital Controls), IT & Digital, Warwick

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

Benefits offered by this job

26 days annual leave

Competitive pension

Flexible benefits

Sharesave and Share Incentive Plans

Joining bonus £2,000

Completion bonus £2,400

Accommodation allowance up to £200/m

Relocation support

Mentoring and coaching

Permanent role after programme

Job summary

National Grid plc in Warwick is seeking a Graduate Risk & Assurance Analyst (AI & Digital Controls) to join the IT & Digital Strategy & Transformation team and strengthen controls, assurance and risk governance across our digital landscape.

You’ll gain hands‑on experience in risk management, controls assurance and governance, working with data, AI and automation to identify risks and improve decision making.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2:2 in Computer Science, Information Systems, Data Analytics, Cybersecurity, AI, Business Analytics, Risk Management or closely related field.
• Exposure to AI tools, data analytics, automation platforms or reporting tools beneficial but not essential.
• Eager to apply knowledge and develop new skills in a real-world environment.

Responsibilities

• Analyse data to identify trends, control gaps, emerging risks and opportunities to improve processes.
• Identify, develop and help implement AI and automation solutions that enhance assurance, risk and compliance activities.
• Support the creation of dashboards, reports and risk metrics for insight into business and control performance.
• Work with technology, cybersecurity, compliance and business teams to strengthen risk management and assurance processes.
• Evaluate and document business processes, identifying opportunities to increase efficiency through AI and automation.
• Contribute to Responsible AI governance and risk assessment activities to ensure safe and effective AI use.
• Gain experience with GRC processes and technologies while developing analytical, technical and stakeholder management skills.

Skills

Data analytics

Risk management

AI & automation understanding

GRC knowledge

Education

2:2 in Computer Science / Data Analytics

Tools

AI tools

Automation platforms

Reporting tools

Job description

About the Position

Our IT & Digital function is using new and disruptive technologies to help improve how we do our job - through cloud computing, artificial intelligence or machine learning to name just a few. From IT support to data, security to new technologies, we partner with the business to achieve our overall vision to be at the heart of a clean, fair and affordable energy future.

Within IT&D, the Strategy & Transformation Team ensure that IT and Digital operations not only run smoothly but also drive business growth. The team manage a comprehensive IT strategy that includes performance, workforce development, supplier management, delivery governance, process excellence, and financial oversight. By fostering a culture of continuous learning and agile methodologies, we safeguard our digital landscape, effectively manage risks, and optimise costs for maximum efficiency.

Graduate Risk & Assurance Analyst (AI & Digital Controls), you'll join our IT & Digital Strategy & Transformation team and help strengthen the controls, assurance and risk management activities that support National Grid's digital landscape. You'll gain hands‑on experience in risk management, controls assurance and governance across our IT & Digital function. Working with data, AI and automation technologies, you'll help identify risks, strengthen controls, improve processes and support better decision‑making. Working alongside experienced colleagues, you'll also develop your analytical, technical and business skills while exploring how emerging technologies can enhance assurance, compliance and governance across a large and complex organisation.

What You'll Do

You'll help use data, AI and automation to improve risk management, assurance activities and business performance across IT & Digital.

• Analyse data to identify trends, control gaps, emerging risks and opportunities to improve processes.
• Identify, develop and help implement AI and automation solutions that enhance assurance, risk and compliance activities.
• Support the creation of dashboards, reports and risk metrics that provide insight into business and control performance.
• Work with technology, cybersecurity, compliance and business teams to strengthen risk management and assurance processes.
• Evaluate and document business processes, identifying opportunities to increase efficiency through AI and automation.
• Contribute to Responsible AI governance and risk assessment activities, helping to ensure AI solutions are used safely and effectively.
• Gain experience with governance, risk and compliance (GRC) processes and technologies while developing your analytical, technical and stakeholder management skills.

What You'll Need to Apply

You’ll need to achieve a minimum 2:2 in Computer Science, Information Systems, Data Analytics, Cybersecurity, Artificial Intelligence, Business Analytics, Risk Management, or a closely related degree discipline.

It doesn’t matter when you graduated or whether you’re currently studying towards your qualification. We’re looking for graduates with an interest in AI, automation, risk and assurance, who enjoy analysing information, solving problems and challenging existing processes. Any exposure to technologies such as AI tools, data analytics, automation platforms or reporting tools would be beneficial, but isn’t essential. Most importantly, you’ll be eager to apply your knowledge and continue developing new skills in a real‑world environment.

This role is subject to National Security Vetting (NSV) at Security Check (SC) level in addition to our standard background checks. You must hold, or be eligible to hold, a valid British passport and meet the minimum residency requirement of having lived continuously in the UK for the previous five years. We encourage applications from candidates who meet the essential qualification requirements and are prepared to undergo and maintain the necessary security clearance throughout their employment. Full GOV.UK Guidance can be found here.

Location

This role is based in National Grid House, Warwick and may offer flexible hybrid working, where possible. 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 and travel occasionally as part of your role.

What You’ll Get In Return

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

Alongside a tailored development programme designed to power your career at National Grid, you’ll also enjoy a range of fantastic rewards and benefits, including:

• 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 our IT & Digital pathway you’ll develop your IT technical skills including AGILE and Scrum. You’ll also gain important insights in engineering and electricity to help broaden your understanding of our business and industry.

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?

More Information

You can apply for only one opportunity across all Early Careers and Career Changer programmes. Before applying, pleaese carefully review all available programmes and choose the one that best matches your interests and career goals.

We recruit on a rolling basis across our Early Careers Roles. We may close our vacancies early once we have enough applications. We therefore encourage you to apply as early as 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

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