Network Risk Lead

About us

At National Grid, we keep people connected and society moving. But it’s so much more than that. National Grid supplies us with the environment to make it happen. As we generate momentum in the energy transition for all, we don’t plan on leaving any of our customers in the dark.

National Grid is hiring for a Network Risk Lead  - This position is based from our Warwick office with a Hybrid Working model on offer.

Job Purpose

This is an exciting opportunity to join a new team at the heart of transforming how we manage asset risk. As Network Risk Lead, you’ll play a pivotal role in turning complex risk model outputs into clear, actionable insights that inform strategic investment decisions and shape the future of our network. You’ll lead the evolution of our existing risk models to meet regulatory requirements under Network Asset Risk Metric (NARM) Methodology, while playing a key role in driving the development of our future Value Framework, critical in guiding our strategic investment decisions. 

What you'll do

• Act as the senior authority on risk modelling methodologies, ensuring our approaches and outputs meet the highest standards of quality and drive innovation aligned to industry best practices.
• Serve as the key liaison with internal teams, our regulator, and other network operators to help evolve our risk frameworks and systematise a whole-network view of asset risk.
• Influence the entire asset management plan by collaborating across departments and driving industry innovation that supports the energy transition.
• Turn data into decisions and drive change in asset management, leading from the front to make a real impact.
• Be part of a team that’s redefining how we solve some of the biggest challenges in electricity transmission.
• Be at the centre of long-term investment decision-making, driving innovation and shaping the future of the network.
• Make a real impact technically, strategically, and societally.
• 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.

About you

• STEM degree (Science, Technology, Engineering, or Mathematics) or equivalent professional experience demonstrating strong analytical and technical capability.
• Proven expertise in risk modelling and analysis within the utility /infrastructure sector or regulated environement, with a strong track record of delivering high-quality, actionable outputs.
• Strong stakeholder engagement and collaboration skills, with the ability to build trusted relationships across internal teams and external partners.
• Hands-on experience in developing and maintaining risk models, managing large datasets, and applying advanced statistical and probabilistic techniques.
• Exceptional analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to interpret complex data and translate it into clear, practical insights that drive decision-making.
• Excellent communication skills, capable of presenting complex concepts in a clear, engaging way to both technical and non-technical audiences through reports and presentations.
• Proficiency in modelling tools and software, combined with a solid understanding of statistical analysis, cost-benefit evaluation, and data science principles.
• Asset Management background would be ideal, demonstrating a solid understanding of the principles and practices in the field.
• Experience with NARM (Network Asset Risk Model) or developing Asset Management Value Frameworks, particularly within regulated environments, is highly advantageous.

What you'll get

A competitive salary between £65,000– £75,000– 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.

More Information

The closing date for this vacancy is 26th January. However, we encourage candidates to submit their applications as early as possible and not to wait until the published closing date. National Grid’s recruitment periods can and may vary. We reserve the right to remove this advert or close it to further applications at any point during the recruitment process.

DE & I statement:

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, offering 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 that 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.

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