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.
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.
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.
You will support the management of a portfolio of contracts, helping to ensure appropriate contracting approaches are followed, commercial risks are identified and managed, and suppliers deliver against business requirements.
During the graduate programme, you will develop knowledge and practical experience in:
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:
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.
This role is based in Warwick, and you will be expected to live within a reasonable commuting distance of the 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.
We are proud to offer a starting salary of £38,289 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.
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:
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.
