Lead Business Partner, Finance Business Partnering

About us

At National Grid we are committed to delivering safe and reliable energy to the customers and communities we serve. We are one of the largest investor-owned energy companies in the world. We are proud of the contributions our work and our people make to the prosperity and wellbeing of our customers, communities, and investors.

National Grid has embarked on ambitious capital projects and construction program designed to build the infrastructure to enable our renewable electric future. Projects include upgrades to transmission lines, substations and distribution network infrastructure that will support renewable energy and reliability initiatives and other programs.

National Grid has a focus on providing electricity and gas to millions of its existing customers, by continuously updating its infrastructure to provide the most safe and reliable system.

What You'll Do

• Lead financial reporting and analysis processes, working across Global IT & Digital and Group Functions, ensuring timely, accurate, and insightful outputs that support monthly reviews and corporate submissions.
• Manage and develop a team of analyst(s), providing coaching, oversight, and support to drive performance and professional growth.
• Partner with Finance Business Partners (FBPs) and senior stakeholders to shape financial narratives, challenge assumptions, and support strategic decision-making.
• Own the development of executive-ready presentations and reporting packages, translating complex data into clear, actionable insights.
• Drive improvements in reporting tools, templates, and processes to enhance efficiency, scalability, and stakeholder experience.
• Lead cross-functional initiatives and collaborate across US, UK, and Global FP&A teams to support enterprise-wide performance management.
• Manage day-day operations of the team’s workload, helping shape priorities, workflows, and stakeholder engagement strategies.
• Foster a collaborative, inclusive, and customer-focused team culture that supports the needs of multiple business units.

What You'll Need

• 5+ years of experience in financial planning, reporting, or analysis, ideally within a shared services or matrixed environment.
• Experience supervising or mentoring team members, with the ability and drive to step into formal people management responsibilities.
• Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, or a related field; advanced degree or certification (e.g., MBA, CPA) is a plus.
• Advanced Excel and PowerPoint skills, with the ability to build clear, compelling presentations and create and review spreadsheets to ensure accuracy and efficiency.
• Strong communication and stakeholder management skills, with the ability to influence across levels and functions.
• A strategic mindset with a hands-on approach to problem-solving and process improvement.
• Ability to thrive in a dynamic, fast-paced environment and adapt to evolving priorities

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