Senior Contract Support Analyst

About the role

National Grid Interconnectors is at the heart of UK’s transition to our net zero energy future. We operate 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 are able to meet the UK’s future demands for greener energy solutions.

We are currently recruiting for a Senior Contract Analyst on a 15 month maternity cover contract (plus potential extension) to report into the Senior Contract and Commercial Manager and Contract Team Manager.

As a Senior Contract Support Analyst, you will work within the UJV Operations team within National Grid Interconnectors and will be responsible for ensuring we have contracts in place with our supply chain, and suppliers are ready to deliver our operational requirements.

Within the role you will be responsible for a portfolio to ensure we effectively manage the supply chain for our stakeholders, ensuring the right contracting approach is followed for the requirements, mitigating business risks. Working with a variety of stakeholders and suppliers to deliver the business objectives you will also be supporting the wider contract management team.

You will have a basic knowledge and understanding of general contract management, identifying commercial risks, monitoring compliance and supplier relationship management.

This role is based from Warwick and you can enjoy our hybrid working from office and home.

What you'll do

• Develop and manage contracts to ensure compliance with company policies and regulations.
• Collaborate with various departments to ensure business requirements are met.
• Monitor contract performance and address any issues that arise or escalate where required.
• Provide support and guidance on contract-related matters to other team members and stakeholders.
• Identify discrepancies with contractual information.
• Take the lead on complex issues to identify solutions to resolve.
• Chair and support line manager to facilitate internal and suppliers’ meetings.
• Provide challenge and review of processes to ensure consistency and enable improvements
• Collaborate with CMT and stakeholders to manage purchase orders and invoices
• Providing training and coaching to new starters.

What you'll need

• Strong understanding of contract and supplier relationship management
• A working knowledge or appreciation of using a Contract Management System (CMS), FastDraft and Coupa / an invoicing and payment system.
• Understanding of contract law.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to collate and present information in a concise manner to a range of stakeholders.
• Ability to work independently and effectively in a team environment as well as using own initiative.

What you'll get

A competitive salary between £42,781.00 - £50,738.50 per annum – 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 is pioneering ways to decarbonise the energy system; from building interconnectors to allow the UK to share clean energy with our neighbours in Europe, to investing in renewable energy generation in the United States.

As one of the largest investor-owned energy companies in the world, National Grid is at the centre of a clean, fair and affordable energy future, where tackling climate change and reaching net zero is a key priority.

More Information

This role closes on 26th January 2026 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.

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.