Commercial Operations Industrial Placement - Warwick, United Kingdom - National Gas

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About us:

By 2024, National Grid will operate enough interconnector capacity to power around 8 million UK homes. Big projects mean big numbers. That's why we need the right people behind these subsea engineering marvels.

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.

Commercial Operations team is a team within Interconnectors responsible for the technology and operations that underpin our commercial processes.

The scope of the team covers the commercial operations of the IFA, IFA2, North Sea Link and Viking Link electricity interconnectors.


Working with our international partners, you'll help to define and implement improvements to our systems and processes to ensure they meet and exceed our customers' expectations and get good exposure to projects that we run.


Our values and princples:

At National Grid what we deliver is important, but how we deliver is just as important.

Our core values are Do the Right Thing, Find a Better Way and Make It Happen, and this extends to our colleagues, customers and the community.


About the role:

We're offering a 12-month Commercial Operations Industrial Placement situated in the vital and strategic environment of National Grid Ventures.

This placement is an opportunity to work in a small team that plays an essential role in maintaining the reliability of our energy assets, with a strong focus on safety and efficiency.


Your responsibilities will cover a range of functions, including administration of our systems, reporting, dashboard creation, process improvement, project administration and other areas.

This will give you great exposure to different disciplines and fields, including commercial operations, IT systems and project management.


About you:


We are looking for an enthusiastic, proactive and detail-oriented individual to join our Commercial Operations team at National Grid Ventures for a 12-month Industrial Placement.

If you have moderate Excel skills, are able to work to deadlines, and enjoy teamwork, this could be the perfect opportunity for you.- During your placement, you will develop skills in commercial operations, reporting, and stakeholder management, as well as gain an understanding of project and systems management principles.

You will also become proficient in various systems and software including SharePoint, PowerPoint, and other systems we use.- This role is designed for someone eager to learn and ready to contribute to a dynamic team.

If this sounds like you, we would love to hear from you.


What you'll need:

You'll also ideally have a valid full UK Driving License.


Location:

This role is based in Warwick with flexible, hybrid working.


We care about your wellbeing and want you to get the best out of your working environment, so our future for office-based teams is hybrid.

Hybrid working is a mix between home and office working.

Flexibility is the key, what's important is that it meets the needs of the colleague and the business, and that you agree the best approach for you and your team with your manager.


Application Deadline:

Assessment centres will be held from December 2024 onwards.


What you'll get:

As a first step to your career in the energy industry, our Industrial Placement programmes are like no other.

You'll gain an insight into how we work at National Grid Ventures, and understanding of what a career with us can offer, and receive some great rewards and benefits:


  • Placement salary of £22,90 26 days holiday
  • A chance to land a place on our Graduate Development Programme depending on the performance outcome during your placement.
  • Pensions and shareoption scheme
  • Flexible Benefits
  • Close mentorship and regular feedback
  • Volunteering opportunities
  • Invitation to join Newnet, our new starters network and employee resource group
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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 p
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