ESG Lead Auditor Finance and Risk

About the role

We are seeking for an experienced Environment Social and Governance (ESG) analyst/consultant to join our internal audit team. Knowledge and experience of internal auditing in business or external practice is not a prerequisite for this role as full training will be provided for the successful candidate.

Lead auditors conduct audits across the businesses and operations of National Grid to provide independent assurance on the design and effectiveness of processes and controls which mitigate significant business risk. They provide recommendations to drive effective and efficient controls and processes leveraging best practices to support the business in its focus on continuous improvement.

In addition this specialist role will focus on developing the assurance methodology for ESG reporting and coordinate the development and enhancement of our audit approach in relation to ESG matters including: developing and leveraging data analytics techniques; providing advisory support to help identify ESG controls and reporting metrics; analysing the effectiveness of ESG risk assessments and controls; developing a network of specialists within business; writing and updating related guidance material; and development and delivery of ESG audit methodology training content.

This position is based in Warwick with hybrid working.

About you

Deliver assigned programme of audits with a focus on ESG matters in line with excellent quality and within allocated time using professional judgement to set the scope and testing approach to ensure key risks are addressed.
Develop and enhance the audit approach in relation to ESG matters including: developing a network of specialists within business; writing and updating related guidance material; and development and delivery of ESG audit methodology training content.
Lead ESG audit analytics and data visualisation efforts to provide ESG specific insights from audits
Proactively look for areas of improvement during the audit process and provide value adding and insightful recommendations that address control and process opportunities/ weaknesses.
Continuously communicate with Audit managers to avoid surprises and ensure audit progression.
Produce discussion documents and draft audit reports that are well written and effectively communicate the key findings and recommendations of the audit.
Own and manage a portfolio of audit actions being remediated by business and on business completion assess the effectiveness of activities undertaken to address the risks identified.
Develop and maintain strong and positive relationships with key stakeholders and maintain a thorough knowledge of the business and regulatory environment.

Inquisitive mind with a strong passion for sustainability climate change and ESG issues.
2 years of experience with ESG regulatory reporting
2 years of experience with data analytics and automation tools such as Power BI and ACL
Ability to operate and influence at strategic level; and maintain composure and professionalism in delivering insights despite potential resistance
Experience and ability to work in small teams as individual contributor or team leader including experience managing project teams and influencing others.
Highly competent in Microsoft Office (e.g. PowerPoint Excel and Word).
Knowledge process improvement methodologies (Lean/Six Sigma) and auditing software are highly attractive for this role.

A degree level education professional certification or equivalent in relevant area are essential to this role.
4 years of experience in ESG management preferably with a multinational listed energy/utility company.

What youll get

A competitive salary betweendependent on capability
As well as your base salary you will receive a bonus of up to 15 of your salary for stretch performance and a competitive contributory pension scheme where we will double match your contribution to a maximum company contribution of 12. You will also have access to a number of flexible benefits such as a share incentive plan salary sacrifice car and technology schemes support via employee assistance lines and matched charity giving to name a few.

About us

National Grid lies at the heart of a transforming energy system spanning the UK and the US. Our businesses supply gas and electricity safely reliably and efficiently to millions of customers and communities. But we also drive change through engineering innovation and by incubating new ideas with the power to revolutionise our industry.

As the world changes to embrace cleaner energy and businesses shift to operate in a more responsible way we are leading that charge. We are focused on finding 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 US.

We connect people to the energy they need to live their lives. We continually strive to find a better way. We Bring Energy to Life.

I & D Statement

At National Grid we work towards the highest standards in everything we do including how we support value and develop our people. Our aim is to encourage and support employees to thrive and be the best they can be. We celebrate the difference people can bring into our organisation and welcome and encourage applicants with diverse experiences and backgrounds and offer flexible and tailored support at home and in the office.

Our goal is to drive develop and operate our business in a way that results in a more inclusive culture. All employment is decided on the basis of qualifications the innovation from diverse teams & perspectives and business need. We are committed to building a workforce so we can represent the communities we serve and have a working environment in which each individual feels valued respected fairly treated and able to reach their full potential.

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