The role
Assistant Manager - ESG Reporting
London, The Strand - Hybrid
Find Your Superpower at National Grid
We don't just keep the lights on—we power possibilities. At National Grid, we're driving the energy transition and creating an environment where our people thrive, innovate, and make a real impact.
Join us as Assistant Manager – ESG Reporting and become a force for change. You'll help shape our ESG disclosure strategy, strengthen processes, and champion sustainability across the Group. From embedding global standards to automating data for accuracy, your work will bridge Finance and Sustainability and help us lead the charge toward net zero.
This role is based at our Strand office with an expectation of around two in-office days per week—specific days to be agreed with your team. You're welcome to come in more often, and we're happy to discuss any flexibility needed to support your working preferences
What you'll be getting up to
* Collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver accurate ESG disclosures and coordinate annual reporting (Responsible Business, TCFD, GRI, SASB, EU Taxonomy).
* Implement and maintain sustainability reporting policies aligned with global standards (TCFD, ISSB, GRI) and monitor regulatory changes.
* Manage ESG reporting processes via Workiva, ensuring data integrity and driving automation across systems.
* Prepare responses for ESG ratings agencies and support initiatives like Green Financing Framework and green bond issuances.
* Assist with internal ESG management reporting, forecasting, and addressing assurance provider feedback.
What's in it for you?
Competitive Salary, Starting range from £68,000 p.a. - depending on experience
As well as your base salary, you will receive a bonus based on personal and company performance to a maximum of 30% - and a competitive contributory pension scheme where we will double match your contribution to a maximum company contribution of 12%. Additionally, you will have access to a number of flexible benefits such as a share incentive plan, technology schemes, support via employee assistance lines and matched charity giving to name a few.
About you
* Experience in ESG with some exposure to sustainability assurance, or experience in a related role through internships, projects, or early career positions.
* Newly qualified Accountant (ACCA, ICAEW or CIMA) – preferred, not essential
* You will also be passionate about sustainability and have good knowledge of the transition to net zero.
Don't meet every single requirement? Studies have shown that women and people of colour are less likely to apply for jobs unless they meet every single qualification. At National Grid, we are committed to building a diverse, inclusive, and authentic workplace for everyone. So, if you're excited about this role but your experience or qualifications don't match the job description exactly, we encourage you to apply anyway. You might just be the right person for our growing business in this role or another one.
Further information
Band D
Finance, based The Strand
Reporting Manager: Joe Collins
Recruiter; Fraser Nibbs & Kate Park
More Information
The closing date for this positon Friday 16th January, please ensure that you have submitted your CV by then. First interviews are planned around w/c 26th January, with 2nd interviews the following week.
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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.