National Grid plc
Graduate Regulation Officer, Electricity Transmission Strategic Infrastructure
National Grid plc, Warwick, Rhode Island, us, 02888
Graduate Regulation Officer, Electricity Transmission Strategic Infrastructure
Location: Warwick, GB, CV34 6DADivision: Commercial, Stakeholder & Delivery StrategyJob Type:Requisition Number: 59630Department: GraduatesJob Function: Legal, Regulatory and ComplianceAbout us
National Grid is at the heart of the UK energy network keeping people connected and society moving. We develop, own and maintain the physical infrastructure, such as pylons and cables needed to move the electricity generated from windfarms and power sources around the country. Every time a phone is plugged in, or a switch is turned on, we’ve played a part, connecting you to the electricity you need - and we’re leading the transformation towards a greener future, dreaming bigger to bring a more affordable energy future to everyone.But it’s our people that provide our true superpower. They drive and sustain our growth, their unique differences only making us stronger. But it’s no small feat – and we need the best to join us in our mission. So, join us and power the future of energy.About the role
Strategic Infrastructure is a part of National Grid Electricity Transmission (NGET) and is responsible for delivering 17 major new projects to connect more clean, low-carbon power to the transmission network in England and Wales. These projects, delivered under the regulator’s Accelerated Strategic Transmission Investment (ASTI) framework, play a vital part in achieving the UK Government’s ambition of connecting 50GW of offshore wind by 2030. As well as these 17 projects, Strategic Infrastructure will also focus on the early-stage development of other strategic infrastructure that Ofgem has requested.Our team provides regulatory advice and facilitates interactions with Ofgem our regulator, to ensure we can deliver our strategic infrastructure projects at pace. We mainly work on very large projects which have their own new regulatory framework called ASTI which is specifically designed to enable much quicker delivery than we’ve ever achieved before.We work closely with National Grid project teams to guide them through the regulatory milestones they must achieve to secure delivery programmes and funding. We also work closely with Ofgem teams to understand and respond to their requirements, and demonstrate compliance with the framework and our licence. This role gives you exposure to both internal and external stakeholders and senior leaders, and will provide you with a well embedded understanding of how our organisation works, how we secure funding, and how we are held to account on behalf of consumers.Manage regulatory interactions, including arranging meetings, preparing materials, and recording actions.Analyze written and numeric documents to extract valuable information.Compile regulatory submissions, consultation responses, and support team members working on complex projects.Monitor action plans, provide updates, and interpret the regulatory relationship and the ASTI framework.Coordinate activities related to regulatory milestones, capture processes, and present progress reports.Our 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 121 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 such as (Chartered Institute of Professional Development) CIPD.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 superpowered career.What you'll need to apply
You'll need to achieve a minimum 2:2 in an Environment, Planning or Geography degree discipline. It doesn’t matter when you graduated or if you are currently working towards your qualification. We just need you to be eager to apply your knowledge in a real-world setting.You’ll need flexibility to travel within role and throughout your rotations as required.To be eligible to apply for this role, candidates must be able to demonstrate that they will have the legal right to work in the UK for the duration of the graduate programme. If you do not currently have the right to work in the UK, or your visa is due to expire during the period of the graduate scheme, please indicate this in your application and we will consider your eligibility for visa sponsorship and whether it would be appropriate to take your application forward.Location
This role is based in Warwick offering flexible hybrid working, where possible. You will also be required to travel occasionally to London or Leeds for project and team meetings.What you'll get in return
We are proud to offer a graduate starting salary of £34,895.Not only will you receive a tailored development programme to progress a superpowered career at National Grid, we also offer some great rewards and benefits too:£2,000 bonus, once joined and started on programme26 days holiday£2,400 payment on successful completion of the programmeUp to £200 per month accommodation allowance as you move around the business, and additional annual leave for when you move between placements plus assistance with moving personal belongingsOther benefits include pension and share-option schemes, Flexible Benefits, close mentorship and regular feedback & volunteering opportunities.Application & Deadline
We recruit on a rolling basis and reserve the right to close our vacancies once we have enough applications/based on volume of applications. We encourage you to apply as early as possible to ensure you obtain the place you want in the application process.You can only apply for one graduate opportunity during this recruitment cycle. We kindly ask that you review all our graduate opportunities and apply for the one that aligns closest with your aspirations and interests.Assessment centres will be held between November 2024 and March 2025 in Warwick.More Information
At National Grid, it’s our people that provide our true superpower. They drive and sustain our growth, their unique differences only making us stronger, so we pride ourselves on placing diversity, equity and inclusion at the heart of who we are and what we do and are committed to building a workforce of the future which represents the communities we serve. We welcome and encourage applicants with diverse experiences and backgrounds, and offer flexible and tailored support, at home and in the office where and when needed. All our offers are based on the right to work in the UK, qualifications, the innovation from creating diverse teams and perspectives, as well as business need.
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Location: Warwick, GB, CV34 6DADivision: Commercial, Stakeholder & Delivery StrategyJob Type:Requisition Number: 59630Department: GraduatesJob Function: Legal, Regulatory and ComplianceAbout us
National Grid is at the heart of the UK energy network keeping people connected and society moving. We develop, own and maintain the physical infrastructure, such as pylons and cables needed to move the electricity generated from windfarms and power sources around the country. Every time a phone is plugged in, or a switch is turned on, we’ve played a part, connecting you to the electricity you need - and we’re leading the transformation towards a greener future, dreaming bigger to bring a more affordable energy future to everyone.But it’s our people that provide our true superpower. They drive and sustain our growth, their unique differences only making us stronger. But it’s no small feat – and we need the best to join us in our mission. So, join us and power the future of energy.About the role
Strategic Infrastructure is a part of National Grid Electricity Transmission (NGET) and is responsible for delivering 17 major new projects to connect more clean, low-carbon power to the transmission network in England and Wales. These projects, delivered under the regulator’s Accelerated Strategic Transmission Investment (ASTI) framework, play a vital part in achieving the UK Government’s ambition of connecting 50GW of offshore wind by 2030. As well as these 17 projects, Strategic Infrastructure will also focus on the early-stage development of other strategic infrastructure that Ofgem has requested.Our team provides regulatory advice and facilitates interactions with Ofgem our regulator, to ensure we can deliver our strategic infrastructure projects at pace. We mainly work on very large projects which have their own new regulatory framework called ASTI which is specifically designed to enable much quicker delivery than we’ve ever achieved before.We work closely with National Grid project teams to guide them through the regulatory milestones they must achieve to secure delivery programmes and funding. We also work closely with Ofgem teams to understand and respond to their requirements, and demonstrate compliance with the framework and our licence. This role gives you exposure to both internal and external stakeholders and senior leaders, and will provide you with a well embedded understanding of how our organisation works, how we secure funding, and how we are held to account on behalf of consumers.Manage regulatory interactions, including arranging meetings, preparing materials, and recording actions.Analyze written and numeric documents to extract valuable information.Compile regulatory submissions, consultation responses, and support team members working on complex projects.Monitor action plans, provide updates, and interpret the regulatory relationship and the ASTI framework.Coordinate activities related to regulatory milestones, capture processes, and present progress reports.Our 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 121 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 such as (Chartered Institute of Professional Development) CIPD.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 superpowered career.What you'll need to apply
You'll need to achieve a minimum 2:2 in an Environment, Planning or Geography degree discipline. It doesn’t matter when you graduated or if you are currently working towards your qualification. We just need you to be eager to apply your knowledge in a real-world setting.You’ll need flexibility to travel within role and throughout your rotations as required.To be eligible to apply for this role, candidates must be able to demonstrate that they will have the legal right to work in the UK for the duration of the graduate programme. If you do not currently have the right to work in the UK, or your visa is due to expire during the period of the graduate scheme, please indicate this in your application and we will consider your eligibility for visa sponsorship and whether it would be appropriate to take your application forward.Location
This role is based in Warwick offering flexible hybrid working, where possible. You will also be required to travel occasionally to London or Leeds for project and team meetings.What you'll get in return
We are proud to offer a graduate starting salary of £34,895.Not only will you receive a tailored development programme to progress a superpowered career at National Grid, we also offer some great rewards and benefits too:£2,000 bonus, once joined and started on programme26 days holiday£2,400 payment on successful completion of the programmeUp to £200 per month accommodation allowance as you move around the business, and additional annual leave for when you move between placements plus assistance with moving personal belongingsOther benefits include pension and share-option schemes, Flexible Benefits, close mentorship and regular feedback & volunteering opportunities.Application & Deadline
We recruit on a rolling basis and reserve the right to close our vacancies once we have enough applications/based on volume of applications. We encourage you to apply as early as possible to ensure you obtain the place you want in the application process.You can only apply for one graduate opportunity during this recruitment cycle. We kindly ask that you review all our graduate opportunities and apply for the one that aligns closest with your aspirations and interests.Assessment centres will be held between November 2024 and March 2025 in Warwick.More Information
At National Grid, it’s our people that provide our true superpower. They drive and sustain our growth, their unique differences only making us stronger, so we pride ourselves on placing diversity, equity and inclusion at the heart of who we are and what we do and are committed to building a workforce of the future which represents the communities we serve. We welcome and encourage applicants with diverse experiences and backgrounds, and offer flexible and tailored support, at home and in the office where and when needed. All our offers are based on the right to work in the UK, qualifications, the innovation from creating diverse teams and perspectives, as well as business need.
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