Renewables Stakeholder & Community Engagement Lead

Morson Human Resources Limited; England; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

ScottishPower Renewables in England with travel to sites is seeking a Stakeholder & Community Manager to lead engagement with communities, local authorities and government bodies across renewable energy projects. Salary is negotiable, inside IR35, with a contract until 31/12/2026.

The successful candidate will develop and deliver stakeholder engagement strategies that support planning consent, strengthen community relationships, and help achieve the organisation's strategic objectives.

Qualifications

• Degree in Public Relations, Communications or Stakeholder Engagement.
• Significant experience in the renewable energy sector.
• Proven background in stakeholder engagement, community relations, public affairs or project liaison roles.
• Experience developing and delivering successful stakeholder engagement strategies.
• Understanding of the renewable energy project lifecycle, including planning and consenting processes.
• Strong relationship-building, influencing and negotiation skills.
• Excellent written, verbal and presentation abilities.
• Strong project management skills and the ability to manage multiple stakeholders with competing priorities.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement stakeholder engagement strategies for renewable energy projects from development through to operation.
• Build and maintain relationships with key stakeholders including communities, local authorities, government organisations and industry groups.
• Lead public consultations, stakeholder events, public information days and inquiries.
• Support planning and consenting activities by ensuring engagement aligns with relevant policy and regulatory requirements.
• Act as the primary relationship manager for communities associated with operational projects.
• Negotiate and manage community benefit agreements and investment initiatives, ensuring funding supports both community and business objectives.
• Provide stakeholder engagement advice and guidance to project teams.

Skills

Relationship-building

Negotiation

Public speaking

Project management

Communication skills

Education

Degree in Public Relations, Communications or Stakeholder Engagement

Job description

ScottishPower Renewables in England with travel to sites is seeking a Stakeholder & Community Manager to lead engagement with communities, local authorities and government bodies across renewable energy projects. Salary is negotiable, inside IR35, with a contract until 31/12/2026.

The successful candidate will develop and deliver stakeholder engagement strategies that support planning consent, strengthen community relationships, and help achieve the organisation's strategic objectives.