Senior Business Partner, Finance Business Partnering
About The Role
As a nation, we’re working towards the goal of net zero carbon by 2050. At National Grid, we’re committed to helping Britain reach this target by building a cleaner, greener energy system. But we can’t do this alone. We're looking for people who are brimming with enthusiasm and bursting with ideas to help us build and run a cleaner energy system for the future. Are you up for the challenge?
We’re looking for a passionate Senior Finance Analyst to join the Global Functions team to support, challenge and drive the financial decisions in the BU’s Functions. Additionally, effectively collaborate with you Finance and Business colleagues to ensure provision of consistent, high-quality information.
This role is be based out of our Warwick office, and we’d hope to see you at least two days per week but you’re welcome to be in the office more often if that would work best for you. We’re happy to discuss any additional flexibility in working patterns or requirements that you feel could help to make this job work for you!
What You'll Do
What You'll Get
Up to £57,000 dependent on experience.
Plus
This is a hybrid working role from our Warwick office with circa 2 days in the office. The closing date for this vacancy is Midnight 2nd April, with interviews due to take place w/c 3rd April 2026 onwards. 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.
About Us
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. 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.
We value diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive workplace for all. We welcome applications from all suitably qualified candidates – we make appointments purely on merit, assessed against objective selection criteria. We support flexible working and will make reasonable adjustments throughout the recruitment process should you have any physical or mental impairment which may affect your ability to participate in the process.
Please note that in most cases, National Grid is unable to offer sponsorship for employment under the UK points-based immigration system. As such, applicants must have the legal right to work in the UK without requiring sponsorship now or in the future under the UK points-based immigration system. However, in exceptional circumstances where there is a clear and demonstrable need for specialist skills that cannot be sourced from the local labour market, National Grid may consider offering sponsorship. All applications are welcome from candidates who meet these requirements, regardless of race, nationality, or ethnic origin.
As a nation, we’re working towards the goal of net zero carbon by 2050. At National Grid, we’re committed to helping Britain reach this target by building a cleaner, greener energy system. But we can’t do this alone. We're looking for people who are brimming with enthusiasm and bursting with ideas to help us build and run a cleaner energy system for the future. Are you up for the challenge?
We’re looking for a passionate Senior Finance Analyst to join the Global Functions team to support, challenge and drive the financial decisions in the BU’s Functions. Additionally, effectively collaborate with you Finance and Business colleagues to ensure provision of consistent, high-quality information.
This role is be based out of our Warwick office, and we’d hope to see you at least two days per week but you’re welcome to be in the office more often if that would work best for you. We’re happy to discuss any additional flexibility in working patterns or requirements that you feel could help to make this job work for you!
What You'll Do
- Collating data and supporting the preparation of forecasts and business plans as well as, the budget that provides clarity and ambition for Operational Teams to deliver against.
- Having responsibility for the collation and preparation of NG financial KPIs and performance reporting.
- Preparing and managing various ad hoc and financial reports for Operational Managers, UKLP Leadership Team and other parties as required.
- Ensuring internal and external stakeholders are provided with both timely and consistent information on financial /non-financial issues, projects and services.
- Co-ordinating monthly review meetings with budget holders.
- Challenging and advising on budget variance analysis to target.
- Supporting the Finance Business Partners (FBPs) with the relationship with business stakeholders, building strong rapport and trust across the Finance and Property teams.
- Deputising for Finance Business Partner when required.
- Supporting the Finance Business Partner on key strategic objectives
- Proactively build own knowledge of the business in order to produce clear reporting.
- Fully / Part Qualified Accountant, (ACCA, CIMA, or ACA) with planning, forecasting and budgeting experience.
- Strong MS Excel skill and working knowledge of financial modelling.
- Reporting Financial Information, Financial & Investment Appraisal, Balance Sheet, and Cash Flow Forecasting experience.
- Advanced Microsoft Excel capabilities/SAP S/4 working knowledge preferred.
- Ability to work in tight deadlines.
- Ability to influence and shape decisions.
- Detail orientated, analytical and problem-solving skills.
- Ability to build relationships across the business and influence stakeholders.
- Ability to work with large volumes of data to provide insightful business intelligence.
- Confident in summarising complex transactions, weighing up all the relevant factors, such as how transactions impact other areas of the business to senior management.
What You'll Get
Up to £57,000 dependent on experience.
Plus
- Annual Bonus (based on personal and company performance) and annual salary review.
- Competitive contributory pension scheme (we double-match your contribution to a max company contribution of 12%.
- 26 days holiday (plus the opportunity to buy more each year)
- Life Insurance at 10 x your basic salary.
- Financial support to help cover the cost of professional membership subscriptions, course fees, books, exam fees and time off for study leave – relevant to your role.
- Family care benefits including a back-up care service for when your usual care arrangements fall through (six paid days each year as standard with the option to purchase further days).
- Access to apps which support health, fitness and wellbeing.
- Career development, ongoing training and support, career progression and plenty of opportunity to progress!
This is a hybrid working role from our Warwick office with circa 2 days in the office. The closing date for this vacancy is Midnight 2nd April, with interviews due to take place w/c 3rd April 2026 onwards. 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.
About Us
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. 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.
We value diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive workplace for all. We welcome applications from all suitably qualified candidates – we make appointments purely on merit, assessed against objective selection criteria. We support flexible working and will make reasonable adjustments throughout the recruitment process should you have any physical or mental impairment which may affect your ability to participate in the process.
Please note that in most cases, National Grid is unable to offer sponsorship for employment under the UK points-based immigration system. As such, applicants must have the legal right to work in the UK without requiring sponsorship now or in the future under the UK points-based immigration system. However, in exceptional circumstances where there is a clear and demonstrable need for specialist skills that cannot be sourced from the local labour market, National Grid may consider offering sponsorship. All applications are welcome from candidates who meet these requirements, regardless of race, nationality, or ethnic origin.