An opportunity is available for a Team Support within the Commercial Enablement team, based at our depot in Exeter.
You will offer general administrative support to the Commercial team, supporting with commercial projects and the co-ordination of team activities. You will also be responsible for the control of finance within the team.
This is a busy and diverse role that will also see you interacting with various stakeholders including colleagues, customers and contractors. You might be producing and monitoring supply chain plans, issuing work instructions, processing invoices or making travel arrangements. Every day is different in this role, you’ll be relied on by many people and you’ll often be working to tight timescales.
So you’ll need to be a good communicator who thrives in a busy environment and can bring excellent organisational skills. Representing the company to customers and our partners, working at the heart of a small team also requires lots of initiative and a proactive approach. You will have good general computer skills however you’ll get full training on all our systems and applications.
You will need English and Maths GCSE Grade C/Level 4 or above OR Functional Skills Level 2 or above to apply. Evidence of your qualifications will be required prior to appointment.
Evidence of your qualifications will be required prior to appointment
* The successful candidate may initially be appointed at a lower salary until all relevant training is complete and you can undertake the role in full.
About UsWe’re National Grid Electricity Distribution (NGED), the owner and operator behind the electricity distribution systems for the Midlands, the Southwest of England and South Wales. Serving communities of more than 8 million people, our expert teams deliver heat, light and power for homes and businesses.
National Grid employs over 29,000 people worldwide. We are building an inclusive workplace, a place to actively celebrate the cultures, personalities and preferences of our colleagues – who in turn help to build the success of our business and reflect the diversity of the communities we serve. Our vision is to be at the heart of a clean, fair and affordable energy future and we are doing this in a fast-moving industry with an increasing focus on tackling climate change, exploring new energy sources that are renewable, low carbon, and improve efficiency to meet demand.
Main Responsibilities
Production, updating and monitoring of supply chain plans for centrally managed works.
Interaction with contractors and supply chain partners to support resolution of issues.
Develop and issue of Work Instructions for centrally managed works.
Creation, maintenance and monitoring of project finances and budgets for centrally managed works.
Creation and maintenance of commercial process and policy documentation.
Resolve customer queries directly, wherever possible.
Processing of invoices for approval and payment associated particularly with fees from external suppliers and agents and contract staff working for the team.
Administrative support to team including travel, accommodation and other arrangements.
Identify opportunities for improvement in performance and implement or recommend change.
Identify and request physical resources to improve individual or team performance.
The Ideal CandidateThe successful candidate will need to be reliable, well organised and able to work as part of a small team. You must be able to work using your own initiative and have experience of Microsoft Office, although full training will be given on all applications used. Some financial experience would be beneficial.
You should be able to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing and represent the Company positively at all times.
National Grid Electricity Distribution is committed to safeguarding the interests of the Company, colleagues and customers.
This role is subject to a satisfactory Barring Service (DBS) check. Depending on the role, different levels of screening and vetting are required. Some roles require a triannual check.
About The CompanyJoining the UK’s leading electricity distribution business means plenty of career opportunities and well-deserved recognition. We reward hard work and encourage ambition. So, as well as a competitive salary, you will also benefit from:
26 days paid leave plus 8 bank holidays, up to 28 days with continuous service
Competitive contributory pension scheme (we double match your contributions up to a maximum of 12%)
Annual Share Save plan
Contributory private healthcare scheme for you and your family
Support via our Employee Assistance Programme, including musculoskeletal and physiotherapy services
Free on-site parking at all our main sites
Things you need to know
As an equal opportunities employer who is committed to Diversity, Equity and Inclusion, we celebrate individual difference and are actively bringing in more employees from diverse backgrounds to build on our inclusive culture. We anonymise all applications in our recruitment system so we can eliminate unconscious bias and be a workplace that reflects the community we serve. Hiring managers only have access to necessary information at interview stage. If you require additional support to complete your online application, please email nged.recruitment@nationalgrid.co.uk
Recruitment correspondence is usually sent by email, please check your email account including spam/junk folders regularly after the closing date.
We reserve the right to close the vacancy early should sufficient numbers of suitable applications be received, so it would be best to apply as soon as you can.
