Graduate Development Program, Associate Analyst, New York Finance & Regulatory

natgridProd • New York, NY

5d • $73,000 - $86,000 • Onsite

About The Position

The Associate Analyst joins National Grid’s New York Finance & Regulatory team through its year-long Graduate Development Program. The role supports financial analysis, planning, forecasting, performance reporting, and New York regulatory activities. The analyst collaborates across Finance, Regulatory, and business teams, develops insights to inform business and regulatory decisions, and builds understanding of regulated utility operations and the energy industry.

Graduates begin with a three-week in-person orientation, then work in the full-time role while participating in development activities throughout the year, including monthly sessions, mentorship, and an intensive project. Finance graduates take part in a 12-month exploration: six months in this role, followed by a broadening six-month placement within their functional area, after which they return to the role. The position is based in Brooklyn, New York, and employees must live within National Grid’s stated service-area footprint and a reasonable commuting distance from their assigned primary office.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s or master’s degree from an accredited institution.
• Graduated between May 2026 and June 2027.
• Ability to begin the Graduate Program on June 7, 2027, or July 12, 2027.
• Must be authorized to work in the United States without current or future employment visa sponsorship.
• Must reside within National Grid’s specified service-area footprint and within a reasonable commuting distance of the assigned primary office.

Nice To Haves

• Degree preferably in Finance, Accounting, Economics, Business, or a related field.
• Previous internship, co-op, or project experience in finance, regulatory affairs, compliance, audit, or a related field.
• Experience using Excel, Power BI, SAP, or other accounting and financial reporting systems.

Responsibilities

• Support financial planning, budgeting, forecasting, and performance reporting by analyzing results and business drivers and identifying trends, risks, and opportunities.
• Prepare financial analyses, reports, and supporting materials for New York regulatory activities, including rate cases and regulatory filings.
• Work with Finance, Regulatory, and New York business colleagues to gather, validate, and interpret financial and operational data.
• Create reports, presentations, and analyses communicating financial performance and business insights to different audiences.
• Identify ways to improve reporting, streamline processes, enhance data quality, and use AI and automation tools to increase efficiency.
• Participate in projects and assignments that provide exposure to National Grid’s Finance organization, regulatory environment, and New York business operations.

Benefits

• Structured development opportunities, mentorship, and ongoing feedback.
• Exposure to leaders, cross-functional teams, and diverse areas of the business.
• Opportunities to build a professional network and industry connections.
• Competitive salary of $73,000–$86,000 and a comprehensive benefits package.
• Up to $6,000 in student loan repayment assistance.
• Tuition reimbursement of up to $8,000 annually for undergraduate studies and $10,000 annually for graduate studies.
• Hands-on work and development of financial analysis, forecasting, business partnering, and data-driven decision-making skills.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level