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National Grid Risk and Compliance Advanced Apprentice - Warwick in Warwick, United Kingdom
About the role
National Grid Interconnectors is at the heart of UK’s transition to our net zero energy future, operating a number of HVDC interconnectors that connect the UK’s energy system to some of our closest neighbours, allowing energy to be imported to and exported from the UK. As well as already owning a portfolio of HVDC Interconnectors, we’re working on developing new projects to ensure that we can meet the UK’s future demands for greener energy solutions.
The Operational Support team is responsible for enabling the HVDC Interconnector sites to continue to operate effectively, creating a bridge between sites and the main Interconnectors business. The team is the eyes and ears of interconnectors and continuously supports, develops, and improves performance of the Operations Team.
The Risk and Compliance Apprentice role is critical in supporting the Operations management teams and sites ensuring they can:
Operate the interconnectors effectively.
Ensure regulatory adherence.
Minimise potential risks by conducting regular checks and monitoring.
This is an ideal opportunity for someone who has experience of working in the energy or construction sector and is looking to develop their skills further as a Risk & Compliance Officer whilst gaining a recognised Risk and Compliance qualification.
This role is an excellent entry point into Risk and Compliance. Whilst on the apprenticeship you will:
Support and embed risk and compliance processes and controls to ensure legal and regulatory compliance.
Contribute to embedding a culture of compliance within the organisation.
Support team with risk analysis to identify areas where risk can be mitigated to ensure organisations are fully compliant.
Perform risk and or compliance checks and reviews as directed by their line manager to determine whether established protocols are being followed and where they can be improved.
Provide compliance and risk data to stakeholders – IPM team
Location
This is a hybrid position with your place of work being Warwick, however, we are a wide and diverse team so home working is acceptable with office visitation on an as required basis.
About you
You will need 5 GCSE's at grade 4/C or higher including Maths AND English Language (or equivalent e.g Level 2 functional skills).
What you'll get
We are proud to offer a starting salary of £23,148.
As a first step to your career in the energy industry, our Higher Apprenticeship Programmes are like no other! You’ll gain an insight into how we work at National Grid, understand what a career with us can offer, and receive some great rewards and benefits:
26 days annual leave + statutory holidays
A competitive ‘match and double’ pension scheme
Sharesave options, plus other flexible benefits
Two years of high-quality personal development
Risk & Compliance apprenticeship (Level 3)
About National Grid
National Grid is at the heart of the energy future, and our people are at the heart of National Grid. We’re 30,000 colleagues strong. In the UK, National Grid don’t generate or sell energy – we join the dots to get energy from A to B. From making a cup of tea in the morning, to keeping the lights on in hospitals, our electricity network puts power in the hands of people. Without it, the world as we know it would grind to a halt.
The world of energy is changing beyond recognition as we focus on building a cleaner, greener future. Working at National Grid, you won’t just be touching the lives of almost everyone in the UK – you’ll be shaping the way we use and consume energy for generations to come.
Our Values and Principles
Diversity, equity, and inclusion are at the heart of who we are and what we do. Our commitment to these values is unwavering and they are central to our mission. We encourage applications from all backgrounds, communities and industries and we are happy to discuss any adjustments that you require.
Further Information
You can only apply for one Apprenticeship opportunity during this recruitment cycle.
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.
Assessment centres will be held between January - April 2025.
National Grid's Apprenticeship programme in the UK is 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.
Applicants for our Apprenticeship programmes should be aware that we are unable to provide sponsorship if you require a visa for our apprenticeship programmes.
Please be aware that it’s your responsibility to explore avenues of working in the UK, as were not able to provide advice on this.
For information about visas please visit https://www.gov.uk/browse/visas-immigration/work-visas
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