Graduate
TL;DR
Key Takeaways
- 18-month HR Graduate programme with three 6-month placements across the UK.
- Starting salary of £38,472 with annual increases and a Level 7 CIPD qualification.
- Based in Warwick with a hybrid working model.
- Requires a 2:2 degree in Business, HR, or related Social Science/Humanities, with graduation within the last 3 years.
- Permanent role with National Grid upon successful completion.
About the Role
This 18-month Human Resources Graduate programme offers three six-month placements to build broad, practical capability across National Grid's People function. You will gain hands-on experience in generalist and specialist HR disciplines, learning how People teams support business performance.
Key responsibilities include:
- Completing a Level 7 CIPD qualification.
- Providing HR support and advice to colleagues.
- Supporting projects in areas like talent, reward, employee relations, diversity, equity, and inclusion, and organisational development.
- Using data and insight to support decision-making.
- Building relationships with stakeholders across National Grid.
- Developing commercial understanding of National Grid and the energy sector.
- Taking ownership of your development through learning, networking, and mentoring.
- Acting with professionalism, integrity, and confidentiality.
What You'll Need to Apply
- Be in your final year of study or have graduated within the last three years.
- Hold a degree in Business, Human Resources, or a related Social Science or Humanities subject, with a minimum 2:2 classification.
- A genuine interest in building a career in Human Resources.
- Strong communication, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
- Ability to manage priorities in a fast-paced environment.
- Curiosity, eagerness to learn, and openness to feedback.
- Commitment to inclusion, fairness, and creating a positive colleague experience.
- Willingness to travel and work from different locations across the UK for placements.
Location
- Based at National Grid House, Warwick.
- Hybrid working model: 3 days per week in the office, 2 days at home.
- Occasional travel to other sites may be required.
What You'll Get In Return
- Starting salary of £38,472 with annual increases.
- Completion of a Level 7 CIPD qualification.
- 26 days' annual leave, plus statutory holidays.
- Competitive pension scheme.
- Access to flexible benefits (cycle-to-work, holiday buy/sell).
- Opportunity to participate in Sharesave and Share Incentive Plans.
- £2,000 joining bonus.
- £2,400 payment upon successful completion.
- Accommodation allowance of up to £200 per month during placements.
- Additional annual leave and support with relocation between placements.
- Dedicated mentoring, regular feedback, networking, and volunteering opportunities.
- A permanent role with National Grid upon successful completion of the programme.
About National Grid
National Grid is the UK’s critical energy infrastructure company, operating the electricity network and infrastructure that connects millions of people to the energy they use every day. We are investing in the next generation of talent, offering opportunities to learn from experts, gain hands-on experience, and contribute to meaningful work.