Head of Local Authority Engagement

3 days ago

Aberdeen, United Kingdom SSE Full time

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**

At SSEN Transmission, we have a critical role to play in supporting delivery of UK and Scottish Government targets to tackle the climate emergency and secure the country’s future energy independence, as we deliver a network for net zero emissions in the north of Scotland, securing power for future generations.

We're looking to recruit a highly motivated, energetic, passionate and experienced Head of Local Authority Engagement, responsible for proactively leading a team responsible for managing SSEN Transmission’s engagement with Local Authorities across the north of Scotland.

As part of the Corporate Affairs Transmission team, you will 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.

**Base Location**: Aberdeen, Inverness, Glasgow or Perth

**Salary**: £63,000 - £94,400 (depending on skills and experience) + car/car allowance + performance-related bonus + a range of other benefits to support your family, finances and wellbeing.

**Working Pattern**: Permanent | Full Time | Flexible working options available

**Key responsibilities for this role will include**:

- Leading a team of regional-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.
- 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?**

**To be considered for this role, we would love you to have**:

- Exceptional communications 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.
- Demonstrable and extensive experience engaging with local authority leadership teams and elected members, including a comprehensive understanding of local authority roles, responsibilities and how to positively influence decision makers.
- 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.
- Managerial experience and a background in the energy industry and/or within Local Government.

**About our Business**

Our Corporate Affairs, Regulation & Strategy (CARS) function combines three quite separate but intrinsically linked businesses, with a shared focus on advising, influencing and communicating SSE's strategy and interests with key stakeholders. This involves the interpretation of complex political and regulatory changes, skilled lobbying to inform the future energy ecosystem, and innovative communication techniques to ensure SSE's story is reached by a broad range of audiences including investors, competitors, governments, partners, suppliers, communities, and both current and prospective employees.

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 c

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