Planning and Reporting Analyst

Cadent; Wolverhampton; Hybrid; GBP 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual bonus

Pension scheme

Flexible working

Career development

Discounts & benefits

Job summary

Cadent is seeking a Planning and Reporting Analyst to transform data into meaningful insight for the Network Asset Management Plan and related business plans. You will produce high-quality analysis, monitor performance and generate MI to support decision-making, regulatory compliance and continuous improvement.

The role requires collaboration across Network teams and with external stakeholders, driving efficient delivery, data quality and governance throughout Cadent’s operations in the UK.

Qualifications

• Collaborative mindset with focus on data quality and continuous improvement.
• Experience translating data into actionable insights for decision-making.
• Valid UK Driving Licence.

Responsibilities

• Transform data into meaningful insight through high-quality analysis, performance monitoring and reporting.
• Support delivery of the Network Asset Management Plan and business plans.
• Collaborate across Network teams and with external stakeholders to enable delivery.

Skills

Collaboration & Improvement

MI & Reporting

Data Analysis & Insight

Performance Monitoring

Process & System Knowledge

Regulatory & Governance Awareness

Communication & Translation

Organisation & Prioritisation

Job description

Base Location: Hybrid between Cadent's Planetary Road Office, Wolverhampton (WV13 3XA) & Home

Turning data into insight. Supporting delivery. Strengthening performance.

We have an exciting opportunity for a Planning and Reporting Analyst to play a key role in supporting the delivery of the Network Asset Management Plan and associated Business Plans.

In this role, you’ll transform data into meaningful insight through high‑quality analysis, performance monitoring and reporting. Your work will support effective decision‑making, regulatory compliance and continuous improvement. Working collaboratively across Network teams and with external stakeholders, you’ll help enable increased delivery capacity, maximise customer value and support Cadent’s reputation for operational excellence.

Why you will love this role

• Make a real impact through insight. Monitor performance against regulatory outputs and investment plans, identifying risks, opportunities and trends that support confident programme delivery.
• Be at the heart of performance reporting. Produce accurate, timely MI, from weekly dashboards to monthly governance packs, that supports both Network and central decision‑making and clearly tells the performance story.
• Strengthen data quality and confidence. Investigate and resolve data issues, support regulatory reporting activity and help improve the accuracy, integrity and timeliness of planning and reporting information.
• Influence collaboration and reputation. Build strong relationships with internal teams and external stakeholders to support coordinated activity and effective delivery.
• Drive continuous improvement. Identify opportunities to apply process improvement and best‑practice approaches that improve efficiency, consistency and outcomes for customers and the business.
• Champion safety and Cadent values. Promote a positive safety culture through proactive behaviours while consistently demonstrating Cadent Values and a customer‑focused approach.

What you’ll bring

• Collaboration & Improvement – a collaborative mindset with a strong focus on data quality, continuous improvement and shared learning, plus a valid UK Driving Licence
• Management Information & Reporting – experience producing high‑quality MI and performance reports in a fast‑paced operational environment
• Data Analysis & Insight – strong ability to interpret complex datasets, identify trends, risks and opportunities, and develop practical solutions
• Performance Monitoring – proven experience tracking delivery across multiple programmes against plan and regulatory requirements
• Process & System Knowledge – solid understanding of Cadent processes, systems and the wider commercial and regulatory context
• Regulatory & Governance Awareness – strong knowledge of relevant policies, regulations, standards and governance frameworks
• Communication & Translation – excellent communication skills, with the ability to translate technical data into clear, actionable insight
• Organisation & Prioritisation – highly organised and self‑motivated, able to manage competing priorities and meet challenging deadlines

Ready to support smarter planning and stronger delivery? This role offers the opportunity to contribute to work that really matters, using insight, accuracy and collaboration to support confident decision‑making, regulatory compliance and customer value. Whether building on existing experience within Cadent or bringing fresh perspective, the Planning and Reporting Analyst role provides the chance to make a meaningful impact on performance and outcomes across the Network.

At Cadent, we’re thrilled to be part of the future of UK energy!

We have a clear roadmap to drive our performance to the forefront of our industry and support the UK government in achieving its net zero targets by 2050.

We’re making a difference through innovation and new ways of working. Together, we’re shaping a cleaner, greener future for our 11 million customers, whom we put at the heart of everything we do.

What’s In It for You

Here at Cadent, we recognise that our people are truly unsung heroes. Quietly confident, delivering every day - that’s why we’re committed to supporting our people to get the best out of themselves. For this role, we offer:

• Annual bonus
• Pension Scheme double matched up to a total of 18% of salary
• 25 days holiday, plus statutory days, and an option to buy more
• An extra day off each year to celebrate life’s special moments
• Career development with funded learning options
• Flexible working and strong ED&I commitments
• Generous family policies and flexible benefits
• Retail discounts, gym access, and more

We support a healthy work-life balance and are open to flexible working options.

Diversity and Inclusion

Don’t meet every requirement? No problem! If you’re excited about this opportunity but your experience doesn’t align perfectly with every qualification mentioned, we would still love for you to submit your application – you may just be the right person for this role or other opportunities at Cadent.

We value diversity and are committed to being an equitable employer. Our employee communities – Women in Cadent, Pride at Work (LGBTQ+), Embrace (ethnicity and religion), Thrive! (disability), the Cadent Military Community, the Grief Awareness Community, and the Men’s Engagement Network (M.E.N) – can’t wait to welcome you!

Be part of something big. Help shape the future of gas for generations to come.