Graduate Commercial Strategy Analyst, Strategic Infrastructure, Warwick

Graduate Commercial Strategy Analyst, Strategic Infrastructure, Warwick

About the Position

Strategic Infrastructure is part of National Grid Electricity Transmission and is responsible for delivering major electricity transmission projects across England and Wales. Our work will help connect more clean, low-carbon power to the transmission network and support the UK’s transition to a cleaner energy future. This includes the delivery of major projects through the Accelerated Strategic Transmission Investment (ASTI) framework, alongside the early-stage development of further strategic infrastructure.

As a Graduate Commercial Strategy Analyst, you'll help support the commercial and contractual management of some of the UK's most important electricity transmission projects. Working alongside experienced colleagues in the Contracts and Commercial team, you'll develop an understanding of how commercial and contracting strategies are developed and applied throughout the project lifecycle. You'll gain hands‑on experience in areas such as procurement, tendering, contract management, project costs, commercial risk and supplier performance, while building the analytical, commercial and stakeholder‑management skills needed to support the successful delivery of major infrastructure projects.

What You'll Do

You’ll help shape the commercial and contractual arrangements that support the successful delivery of major electricity transmission projects.

• Support commercial and contracting activities across major infrastructure projects, helping teams make informed decisions on cost, risk and value.
• Contribute to procurement, market engagement and tendering activities, helping to evaluate suppliers and support contract award processes.
• Assist with the monitoring and reporting of supplier and contract performance, using data and insights to identify opportunities for improvement.
• Work with project teams and subject‑matter experts to understand project risks, commercial requirements and budget considerations.
• Help review contractual changes and assess their potential impact on project costs, schedules and risk profiles.
• Gather and analyse cost information to support project estimates, forecasts and commercial decision‑making.
• Prepare reports, presentations and recommendations that communicate commercial information clearly to project stakeholders.
• Contribute to improvements in commercial processes, digital tools and ways of working, including exploring opportunities to use automation and AI to improve efficiency.

What You'll Need to Apply

You'll need to achieve a minimum 2:2 in a STEM subject, Commercial Management, Business, Economics or another 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 who are interested in commercial and contract management within a major infrastructure environment and enjoy analysing information to support decision‑making. You'll be curious, organised and keen to understand how contracts, procurement, cost management and supplier performance contribute to the successful delivery of complex projects, while developing your commercial and stakeholder‑management skills in a real‑world setting.

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.

You’ll need flexibility to travel within role and throughout your rotations in order to carry out the requirments of this role you’ll need to travel to sites, offices and our training centres.

Location

This role is based in Warwick and offers flexible hybrid working, where possible. You’ll be expected to attend your contractual office location at least three days per week. Flexibility to travel as required throughout the role and during rotations is also essential.

To be eligible for this role, you must currently live within a 60-minute driving commute of CV34 6DA and be able to commute from your existing primary residence. Relocation to meet this requirement is not permitted. As part of your application, you’ll be asked to confirm that you meet this requirement and provide the postcode of your current primary residence. This information will be used to assess your eligibility.

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.

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.
• 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.

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

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.

National Grid operates in both the UK and US, with a broad portfolio of energy businesses dedicated to providing safe, reliable, and sustainable power.

From electricity and gas transmission to advancing clean energy and modernising grids, our work covers every aspect of the energy system.

Our energy flows through absolutely everything we do

Life here at National Grid is more than just our purpose or our values, it’s everything we put into everything we do. It’s our commitment to diversity and inclusion; how we help our employees learn and grow; and how we partner with and support the communities where we live and work. It’s all this, and so much more.

We leverage our collective strengths to do meaningful BIG work so that we can be at the heart of a fair and affordable energy future.

Your salary is reviewed each year against the market for your role, skills, knowledge and experience.

Incentive

Annual performance plan or bonus (depending on your role) rewards your contribution to our success each year.

Retirement

Generous pension plan with company contributions up to 12%.

Private medical insurance for self and family.