2026 Regulation & Strategy Degree Apprentice, Operations & Engagement

About The Role

Do you have an interest in the strategy, innovation, regulation, and market analytics behind the UK energy sector? If so, this could be the role for you!

The Strategy & Regulation function manages National Grid's business strategy, shapes innovative campaigns and builds relationships through dialogue with our key stakeholders across the energy sector. Our team works proactively to share with the world the role National Grid is playing in shaping a cleaner, greener future in the communities we serve. The team supports all the National Grid business units, giving you a chance to work with a wide range of stakeholders, and on multiple projects.

Throughout the 4-years, you will rotate around the Strategy & Regulation Function, completing placements, whilst also gaining a BSc (Hons) Professional Economist from the University of Kent. This will provide you exposure to different areas of the team, including Corporate Strategy, Sustainability, Market Analytics, Regulatory Strategy, and Innovation.

Tasks you may undertake include, but are not limited to:

• Developing and enhancing energy market dashboards
• Transforming and auditing data to provide the team with robust data sources
• Supporting with the production of reports, briefings and compelling communication materials for Managers, Directors, the Executive Committee and Board. This could include papers on Strategy, Sustainability, Regulation, or Innovation.
• Identifying and analysing strategic issues and key trends to shape the future activities of National Grid's businesses.
• Partnering with our operational business areas, to support them in achieving their regulatory of strategic objectives.

80% of the role will be spent working in National Grid, with the other 20% dedicated to studying your qualification. Studying will take place through interactive online learning, and occasional residentials on the educational provider's university campus in Canterbury, Kent.

Location

This role can be based in either Warwick or London.

About You

You're a problem-solver, with the ability to apply critical, creative and evidence-based thinking to develop innovative strategies to meet business needs and deliver long term value. Being self-aware and reflective, you are able to engage in a professional manner with a variety of stakeholders. Having the drive, flexibility and resilience, you always act with integrity and taking responsibility for your actions.

A keen interest in the energy sector is essential, although previous experience is not needed to be successful in this role.

Here is what you'll need or be working towards to apply:

• 3 A-Levels, at BBB or equivalent. Alternative qualifications are accepted, as long as they equate to 120 UCAS points.
• Achieved a 6(B) or higher at GCSE Mathematics and English Language

What You'll Get

We are proud to offer a starting salary of £29,744

As a first step to your career in the energy industry, our Degree Apprenticeship Programme is like no other! You'll gain an insight into how we work at National Grid, understand what a career with us can offer, and receive some great rewards and benefits:

• You'll get 26 days annual leave plus statutory holidays
• Double-matched pension contribution scheme
• You'll gain a full BSc degree in Pofessional Ecomonist.

Our My Discounts scheme offers discounts on everything from the weekly shop to your annual summer holidays. You'll find savings on cinema tickets and at a range of high street retailers, including Sainsburys, John Lewis, Currys, Argos and Marks and Spencer.

National Grid is committed to the personal development of our staff. Joining us, you'll be supported as you develop a wide range of business, and technical skills through structured training and on the-job experience. You'll work closely with your line manager to establish and navigate through a Personal Development Plan that is tailored to your needs.

About National Grid

National Grid is at the heart of the energy future, and our people are at the heart of National Grid. We're 30,000 colleagues strong. In the UK, National Grid doesn't generate or sell energy - we join the dots to get energy from A to B. From making a cup of tea in the morning, to keeping the lights on in hospitals, our electricity network puts power in the hands of people. Without it, the world as we know it would grind to a halt.

The world of energy is changing beyond recognition as we focus on building a cleaner, greener future. Working at National Grid, you won't just be touching the lives of almost everyone in the UK - you'll be shaping the way we use and consume energy for generations to come.

Our Values and Principles

Diversity, equity, and inclusion are at the heart of who we are and what we do. Our commitment to these values is unwavering and they are central to our mission. We encourage applications from all backgrounds, communities and industries and we are happy to discuss any adjustments that you require.

Further Information

You can only apply for one Apprenticeship opportunity during this recruitment cycle.

We recruit on a rolling basis and reserve the right to close our vacancies once we have enough applications/based on volume of applications. We encourage you to apply as early as possible to ensure you obtain the place you want in the application process.

Assessment centres will be held between January - April 2026.

National Grid's Apprenticeship programme in the UK is open to all applicants who meet the eligibility criteria including an existing and valid right to work in the UK. As part of the application process this will need to be evidenced and verified before you can start the programme.

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

Please be aware that it's your responsibility to explore avenues of working in the UK, as we're not able to provide advice on this.

For information about visas please visit https://www.gov.uk/browse/visas-immigration/work-visas