Analyst – Transmission Securities and ChargesLocation: Newcastle or CastlefordDirectorate: Energy SystemsJob Ref No: R6665Do you have what it takes to play a key role in shaping the electricity distribution network of the future and be at the heart of achieving net zero?We are Northern Powergrid, and we are responsible for powering everyday life for 8 million people across the Northeast, Yorkshire and northern Lincolnshire.
We are a diverse team, creating a smarter, more flexible electricity distribution network that will enable our region to decarbonise and meet the needs of our customers now, and in the future.Distribution System Operation (DSO) involves us delivering an increasingly smart and flexible energy system for our customers that delivers a greener grid, with maximum resilience at minimal overall cost.This is an exciting opportunity at a time of significant and fascinating change within the energy sector.
As an Analyst reporting into the Commercial Manager – Network Access, you will be part of the transmission interface team involved in managing the contracts and customer relationships to enable major customer projects to connect to the grid in compliance with the necessary commercial obligations.What's the package?Along with a competitive salary of between £33,183 - £38,329, we also offer great benefits such as:Enrolment into our generous pension scheme25 days holiday (rising with service) plus bank holidaysExcellent opportunities for career growthAgile working arrangementsWhat will you do?Operate financial processes to collect, hold and return customer securities for transmission system works.Identify and track financial and commercial risk to Northern Powergrid associated with securities held for transmission works.Use metrics to demonstrate compliance with commercial obligation – payment and collection of sums owed.Operate routine six-monthly processes to formally review and update cancellation charges with associated customer invoicing and communications.Provide support to the wider transmission connections interface processes to deliver good customer outcomes.Key CompetenciesStrong analytical skills to interpret information and apply judgement to decision making.Ability to develop reports and visualisations, improving existing processes.Experience operating financial systems and transactions.Have excellent planning and organisation skills, to prioritise and deliver tasks to deadlinesTo be a strong team player with good interpersonal skills and able to collaborate with othersHave excellent written and verbal communication skills enabling effective customer communication and understanding.What qualifications and experience should you have?Achieved 2 A-Levels C or above, or NVQ Level 4, or HNC in Business ManagementUnderstanding of the regulated energy business is desirableWhat next?Key dates:Closing date for applications: 31 January 2025Visit northernpowergrid.Com/careers to find out more about this and other career opportunities.Applicants are considered on the basis of their suitability for the post irrespective of sex, marital status, sexual orientation, gender re-assignment, race, age or disability, in accordance with the Equality Act 2010.