Challenging to have a good work-life balance - Senior Analyst National Grid Employee Review

2.0
Jan 18, 2021
Recommend
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Pros

Good benefits, jobs security, flexible work schedule if you have commitments outside of normal work hours. Some people at the Company are really smart and good at what they do. Lots of teams in the Company are doing really interesting work.

Cons

Depending on what team you are on you can either have a great work life balance or a very poor work life balance. I've rarely worked a 40 hour work week for the past two years (supposedly a benefit of working at a utility) and have worked numerous weekends. It takes months and months to hire someone even after your team gets approval. While there are some people at the Company who do great work there are many people who have been here years or decades that just do the bare minimum to get by. The bonus structure also does not really motivate high performers (In a "typical" year low performs would still get a total of a 7.5% bonus in my position, and high performers typically get up to 12.5%) not exactly a big range between those doing the least an those doing the most. Many people often rarely make deadlines as well with no consequences. This comes back to the Company's inability to hire people in a timely manner. There are seemingly never any severe consequences for not performing and meeting deadlines (besides perhaps being held back from a promotion or having a slightly lower pay increase than coworkers). Management also seems to feel the need to a restructuring at least every two years.

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5.0
Mar 16, 2026
Recommend
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Pros

I cannot say enough about how great a company National Grid is. I’ve been here for over four years, and there is truly a culture where employees are encouraged to share their voices. The company regularly conducts surveys to understand how employees are feeling, what they need, and what matters to them... and then transparently shares the results with everyone. I have never experienced this level of openness with any other employer, and I know that none of my friends or family have had similar opportunities. It says a lot that so many employees want their family members to work here as well. Working at National Grid is more than just a job, it’s a lifestyle, and there is a strong sense of pride in being part of the organization. As a woman, I am proud to be part of this “brotherhood” and have never felt that this is a male‑dominated space. There are many opportunities across the company, from field operations to management, depending on your interests. Compensation is competitive and rewards both experience and performance. Remote and hybrid work are sometimes an option, which to me shows a level of trust and respect for employees. I only wish I had joined earlier in my career.

Cons

I do wish there were more opportunities available in Western New York. Many roles seem to be concentrated in Central New York, Eastern New York, or downstate, and it would be great to see additional positions (for others to join the company) closer to home in WNY.

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