Internal Communications & Engagement Manager
- 549875
- Closing at: Aug 11 2024 at 23:55 BST
About The Role
Base Location: Glasgow, Perth, Inverness or Aberdeen
Salary: £40,600 - £61,000 + performance-related bonus + a range of benefits to support your finances, wellbeing and family.
Working Pattern: Permanent | Full Time | Flexible First options available.
We have an exciting opportunity for an experienced Internal Communications & Engagement Manager to join the team working to deliver two of the UK's largest transmission projects - Eastern Green Link 2&3. Both projects will be delivered in partnership with SSEN Transmission and National Grid and are part of a significant amount of new network infrastructure for net zero and will play a critical role in supporting the UK's future security of supply.
Due to the scale and accelerated requirements, we are looking for an experienced communications professional to support the internal cascade and engagement within the joint venture, working as part of SSEN Transmission's Customer & Stakeholders directorate.
Key duties & responsibilities include:
- Planning and delivering effective, measurable communications and engagement that targets improving performance by connecting colleagues with the Eastern Green Link Programme and strategy.
- Creating high-quality tactical and strategic communication and engagement programmes that help deliver the Eastern Green Link Programme's objectives, while underpinning SSEN Transmission and National Grid's internal communications strategies.
- Facilitating an authentic and values-led dialogue across the Eastern Green Link Programme that actively enhances employee engagement and brings our people on board with new initiatives, as we work together to deliver EGL2 and EGL3.
- Embracing a partnership mindset and collaborating with functions across the joint venture, overseeing key strategic, operational and change communications.
- Acting as an ambassador for the Eastern Green Link programme, you will be a trusted internal spokesperson for senior leadership and confidently advise on messaging at all levels of the organisation.
- Establishing metrics and benchmarks to measure the effectiveness of communication and improve the reach, quality and impact of messaging.
What do I need? To be considered for this role, we'd love you to have:
- Previous experience as an Internal Communications Manager, developing and delivering multi-platform communication strategies to keep colleagues up to date and boost employee engagement.
- With experience in writing, editing, and publishing digital communications, you can transform complex and technical language into digestible and engaging content for colleagues.
- Experience in communicating with a geographically dispersed employee population
- Demonstrable experience in delivering new ways to bring strategy and culture to life.
- An ability to utilise data to drive content decision-making and confidently adapt your style to meet colleagues' needs.
- Knowledge of new and emerging platforms and channels for enhancing our employee communication and engagement approach.
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 Stephanie at or .
Before commencing your role with SSE, you'll need to complete our pre-employment screening process. This will consist of a criminality and credit check.
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