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About the role

National Grid Electricity Transmission (NGET) is at the heart of energy in the UK. The electricity that our network provides gets the nation to work, powers schools and brings energy to life. Our network connects the nation, so it’s essential that it’s continually evolving, advancing, and improving. In NGET we are passionate about both operating safely and providing a highly reliable quality of supply for our customers.

As Network Development Services Manager you’ll ensure NGET has access to the Power System services and resources it needs to plan the biggest transmission network upgrade in a lifetime to meet Net Zero. You will be a key enabler to our business and its stakeholders through the sourcing, coordination and management of power system resources across the department. This will include identifying and defining requirements, agreeing timescales and resourcing strategies, and providing assurance of power system outputs to NGET and its customers.

You’ll ensure that products, processes, and services are defined and kept up to date to meet the needs of NGET’s internal and external stakeholders and develop holistic, safe, fit for future and operable networks.

A key enabler of our power system capability is our data and modelling, and therefore you’ll be responsible for this key area for NGET. You’ll be accountable for the data and intelligence necessary to support network analysis and optimisation, as well as assuring high quality data controls across Network Development and identifying continuous improvement actions.

You’ll also have responsibility for Network Development transformation – ensuring that our capabilities, tools, policies and processes evolve to meet the needs of the industry and future electricity networks.

This role is based out of our offices in Warwick and can be combined with hybrid working from home.

What you'll need

With an appreciation of the electricity sector and a good understanding of electricity transmission, you’ll have experience of leading professional engineering teams and driving projects within data and transformation areas within a matrix management structure. A qualification in a STEM subject, coupled with experience of project or portfolio management is essential.

You’ll have proven leadership and decision-making skills, with demonstrable consultative and facilitation capabilities.

You’ll also have experience of scheduling and assuring work and be highly organised, with excellent stakeholder management and customer service skills.

Demonstrable experience of business transformation and service provision is required, plus an appreciation of emerging technologies that can enhance capabilities in these areas. Relevant transformation and/or service experience in the power sector would be advantageous.

What's in it for you?

Salary range - £76,000 – £96,000 depending on skills and experience

You’ll receive a company car, and we’ll give you free private healthcare.

We have a reputation for promoting a healthy work/life balance and offer hybrid working arrangements.

You’ll get 28 days annual leave plus statutory holidays.

You’ll get a bonus based on both individual and company performance, worth up to 20% of your salary.

Our double-matched pension contribution scheme means your pension could be worth up to 18% of your salary.

There is the option to buy discounted National Grid shares and we’ll pay for one professional membership subscription.

More Information

This role closes at midnight on 17th May 2024 however we encourage candidates to submit their application as early as possible and not wait until the published closing date as this can vary.

Studies have shown that women and people of colour are less likely to apply for jobs unless they meet every single qualification. At National Grid we are committed to building a diverse, inclusive and authentic workplace for everyone. So, if you’re excited about this role but your experience or qualifications don’t match the job description exactly, we encourage you to apply anyway. You might just be the right person for our growing business in this role or another one.

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At National Grid, we work towards the highest standards in everything we do, including how we support, value and develop our people. Our aim is to encourage and support employees to thrive and be the best they can be. We celebrate the difference people can bring into our organisation, and welcome and encourage applicants with diverse experiences and backgrounds, and offer flexible and tailored support, at home and in the office.

Our goal is to drive, develop and operate our business in a way that results in a more inclusive culture. All employment is decided on the basis of qualifications, the innovation from diverse teams & perspectives and business need. We are committed to building a workforce so we can represent the communities we serve and have a working environment in which each individual feels valued, respected, fairly treated, and able to reach their full potential.