Local Authority Engagement Manager
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SSE has big ambitions to be a leading energy company in a low carbon world. Following our commitment to invest £20.5 billion in low carbon projects to 2027, we have significant growth plans and are well on our way to achieving our ambition to build a world that's more sustainable and inclusive for you, your family, the community you live in and for generations to come.
Join us on our journey to net zero and help us power change.
About the Role
Base Location:Perth, Glasgow, Aberdeen or Inverness
Salary:£47,600 - £71,600 (depending on skills and experience) + a range of benefits to support your finances, wellbeing and family.
Working Pattern:12 Month Fixed Term Contract | Full Time | Flexible Working options available
As part of the Corporate Affairs Transmission team, you'll be responsible for leading SSEN Transmission's engagement with Local Authority Executive Teams, Councillors and Committees, working closely with colleagues across the business and the wider industry to help meet business objectives and support the transition to net zero emissions.
You'll form part of a team of regionally based Local Authority Engagement Managers, responsible for supporting the development and delivery of SSEN Transmission's major capital investment projects across the north of Scotland.
As a Local Authority Engagement Manager, you'll play a key role in building advocacy within local authority areas to facilitate the smooth implementation of our major projects. Your work will be essential for building positive relationships and ensuring that critical infrastructure is delivered with local context and knowledge in mind.
You'll identify challenges and propose solutions, working closely with internal teams. Additionally, you'll coordinate communication strategies to maintain our strong reputation.
Key responsibilities for this role will include:
- Building, promoting, protecting and enhancing the profile, aims, values and reputation of SSEN Transmission with key stakeholders through external engagement, communications, public and media relations.
- Design, execute, monitor and review Local Authority engagement programmes to build advocacy for SSEN Transmission's business priorities, including to help support the development and delivery of SSEN Transmission's major projects.
- Proactively build alliances with wider stakeholders, advocating on behalf of SSEN Transmission's customers and stakeholders, protecting the interests of current and future GB consumers and tackling the climate emergency; working with colleagues to coordinate support for advocacy priorities via communications, public affairs and regulatory functions.
What do I need?
We are looking for an individual who can effectively liaise with stakeholders and drive project success through:
- Exceptional communication and engagement skills and experience to communicate the positive contribution that SSEN Transmission is making to the social, environmental and economic wellbeing of the country and the regions in which the company is operating.
- First class interpersonal skills enabling you to build and maintain strong working relationships internally and externally whilst clearly explaining complex issues in a simple and compelling way to build credibility and trust with external stakeholders and within the business.
- Open and flexible work style to adapt to changing priorities and a dynamic external environment, with an ability to work in a pressurised environment to tight deadlines and a willingness to commit to and deliver long-term strategic objectives.
- Experience/ understanding of the energy industry and/ or within Local Government.
About our Business
At SSEN Transmission , we take immense pride in owning and operating the high-voltage electricity transmission network across the north of Scotland. We transport energy from where it is generated to wherever it is needed, ensuring a safe and reliable electricity supply for the communities we serve. But that's not all - we're committed to upgrading the grid to deliver cleaner, homegrown energy for the future. By developing, building and maintaining a network for net zero, we're creating secure power for generations to come.
What's in it for you?
We offer an excellent package with 34 days annual leave entitlement. Enhanced maternity/paternity leave, discounted healthcare, salary sacrifice car leasing and much more, view our full benefits package on our careers site.
As an equal opportunity employer we encourage diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We encourage applicants from all protected characteristics and commit to providing any reasonable adjustments you need during the application, assessment and upon joining SSE. Search for ' Inclusion & Diversity at SSE ' to find out more.
What happens now?
All applications should be made online, and I'll be back in touch after the vacancy closing date to let you know the outcome.
If you would like to discuss any working flexibly requirements or adjustments you may require throughout the recruitment and selection process, please contact Laura on laura.morrison@sse.com / 01738 341814.
Before commencing employment with SSE, you'll be required to fully complete our pre-employment screening process consisting of a basic criminal records and credit check.
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