2026 Energy Market Analyst Graduate, Strategy & Regulation

National Grid is at the heart of the UK energy network keeping people connected and society moving. We develop, own and maintain the physical infrastructure, such as pylons and cables needed to move the electricity generated from windfarms and power sources around the country. Every time a phone is plugged in, or a switch is turned on, we've played a part, connecting you to the electricity you need - and we're leading the transformation towards a greener future, dreaming bigger to bring a more affordable energy future to everyone. The energy system will continue to change rapidly and fundamentally on the path to net zero by 2050. National Grid is at the heart of this transition, which pose strategic questions for us as a business and for the wider sector. The Market Analytics team, as part of Strategy & Regulation, leads on quantifying the strategic questions for National Grid, working collaboratively with internal and external stakeholders to collectively answer the broader questions for the whole industry. A Market Analytics Analyst is responsible for understanding the UK/EU energy markets, identifying risks and opportunities within the energy markets for National Grid. They will carry out analysis to quantify these risks and opportunities, sharing the analysis with stakeholders. As well as having a good overall understanding they will be responsible for market intelligence and detailed analysis on specific countries, companies and topics within the UK/EU. The analyst will use in house models to understand the energy market in detail and create bespoke spreadsheets to carry out analysis as and when required. Your day-to-day activities, including those above, could also be: Analyse energy market data to draw inferences and present results and insights in a clear and understandable format to management and key stakeholders. Ensure that key energy market risks/opportunities are fully understood, properly evaluated and communicated to the appropriate stakeholders. Be an active member of project teams to deliver market knowledge and business challenge to help ensure delivery of £bn+ projects (such as Interconnectors, Multi-purpose interconnectors, Transmission grid reinforcements etc.) Development and maintenance of European Power Market and Commodity Market Scenarios. Analysing to support key commercial projects, investment decisions, business planning, strategic planning, and new business opportunities. Provide support in developing and improving Market Analytics in-house market models, ensuring they are fit for purpose. Articulate and explain market model inputs/outputs to internal and external stakeholders. Use your analytical and/or technical skills to become a thought-leader on strategic questions and challenges facing the energy industry.

National Grid is at the heart of the UK energy network keeping people connected and society moving. We develop, own and maintain the physical infrastructure, such as pylons and cables needed to move the electricity generated from windfarms and power sources around the country.