Asset Performance Analyst

Team Purpose - What We Do

We think BIG. Our team takes a whole-network view of electricity transmission across England and Wales. We assess asset condition, risk, performance, and most importantly the value our assets deliver to customers. By optimising and balancing these factors, we shape the investment strategy that ensures the network is managed efficiently and effectively today and for the long term.

Role Summary - Why This Role Matters

This role is part of a brand-new team at the heart of shaping the future of electricity transmission. The Asset Performance Analyst will play a critical role in translating complex asset risk model outputs into clear, actionable insights that help inform strategic investment decisions. The role will support reporting for key internal and external stakeholders, ensuring insights are clearly communicated. It offers the opportunity to collaborate across departments, contribute to the evolution of our risk frameworks, and help systematise a whole-network view of asset risk. If you're passionate about turning data into decisions and driving innovation in asset management, this is your chance to make a real impact.

What You'll Bring - Must Have Skills & Experience

• Experience in data management, modelling and analysis, managing large datasets, ideally within the utilities or infrastructure sector to support strategic business decision-making
• Strong proficiency in digital and data analysis and presentation tools such as Power BI, Tableau, or Excel, with an appreciation of cloud-based environments and digital platforms that support scalable data processing and model deployment solutions
• Ability to translate complex risk model outputs into clear, actionable, and intelligent reporting insights that supports strategic decision-making for diverse internal and external stakeholders
• Familiarity or some appreciation of asset management principles, performance metrics, and risk assessment methodologies
• Excellent communication and presentation skills, with ability to work both independently and collaboratively across technical and non-technical teams

Why This Job - What's In It For You

This is your opportunity to be part of a team that’s redefining how we solve some of the biggest challenges in electricity transmission. You’ll be at the centre of long-term investment decision-making, driving innovation and shaping the future of the network. It’s a chance to make a real impact technically, strategically, and societally.

Why Join Us

• Work on complex, innovative high-value challenges that influence national infrastructure
• Be part of a strategic, forward-thinking team with a whole-network perspective, driving asset management excellence
• Innovate in a space that balances cost, risk, and performance across the entire transmission system
• Make a difference in a role that’s critical to the UK’s energy future

What You'll Get

A competitive starting salary between £54,090.00 – £63,940.00 dependent on capability.

As well as your base salary, you will receive a bonus based on personal and company performance and a competitive contributory pension scheme where we will double match your contribution to a maximum company contribution of 12%. You will also have access to a number of flexible benefits such as a share incentive plan, salary sacrifice car and technology schemes, support via employee assistance lines and matched charity giving to name a few.

About Us

National Grid touches the lives of almost everyone, with an energy network that stretches across the Atlantic. We’re an international team, and our work underpins the lives of millions of people. Feet forwards, head up, and eyes bright, we’re working hard to create value for people today – and shape the future of energy tomorrow.

In the UK, we 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. 

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This role closes on August 21st at 23:59, however we encourage candidates to submit their application as early as possible and not wait until the published closing date as this can vary. 

We're committed to building a workforce that represents the communities we serve, and a working environment in which each individual feels valued, respected, fairly treated, and able to reach their full potential.

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