About the Role
Base Location: 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
About the role Due to significant growth within SSEN Transmission, we currently have a fantastic opportunity for an experienced Internal Communications Manager to join the business, working as part of the Customer and Stakeholders directorate.
Key duties & responsibilities include:
- Acting as an ambassador for SSEN Transmission you will plan and deliver effective, measurable communications that target improving performance by connecting colleagues with our purpose, strategy, and values. You will be a trusted internal spokesperson for senior leadership and confidently advise on messaging at all levels of the organisation.
- Supporting the Head of Internal Communications in creating high-quality tactical and strategic communication programmes that help deliver SSEN Transmission's objectives, while underpinning SSE Group's internal communications strategy.
- Facilitating an authentic and values-led dialogue across the business that actively enhances employee engagement and brings our people on board with new initiatives, as we work together to deliver a network for net zero.
- Embracing a partnership mindset and collaborating with functions across the business, overseeing key strategic, operational and change communications.
- Establishing metrics and benchmarks to measure the effectiveness of communication and improve the reach, quality and impact of messaging.
What do I need? - 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.
- 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 we'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 on 01738 342963.
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.
