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

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

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.

As a 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.

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 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?

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.