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The Opportunity

Join Our Team at National Grid: Become Our Corporate Affairs Business Partner!

Are you passionate about shaping corporate reputation and driving strategic communications? At National Grid, we are committed to achieving a clean, fair, and affordable energy future, and we need a dynamic Corporate Affairs Business Partner to help us strengthen our reputation and engage effectively with our stakeholders.

Reporting to the Director of Land, Planning and External Affairs, you will play a pivotal role in developing and implementing an integrated engagement and communications strategy for the SI business unit. Strategic Infrastructure (SI) is a dedicated business unit within National Grid focused on delivering significant projects that support the UK's transition to a cleaner, greener energy system. Your efforts will ensure consistent and impactful communication across all channels, engaging both internal and external stakeholders.

We are also offering hybrid /flexible working where travel to the office will be as per business need. Base location for this role will be The Strand, London.

What You'll Do

• Strategic Development: Support the creation of a forward-looking corporate affairs strategy that aligns with the functional and business-unit priorities of SI.
• Best-in-Class Provision: Ensure that the SI business unit receives top-notch corporate affairs support by collaborating with Corporate Affairs Centres of Excellence (COEs) in Public Affairs, Brand and Communications, and Social Impact.
• Insightful Recommendations: Contribute to the development of the business unit’s strategic plan by providing insights based on external trends and stakeholder concerns.
• Communications Strategy: Help develop the SI communications strategy in line with National Grid’s standards and vision.
• External Representation: Represent the SI business unit in discussions with policymakers and industry bodies, ensuring a cohesive approach in collaboration with COEs.
• Campaign Coordination: Collaborate with COEs to design and implement multi-channel influence campaigns and manage stakeholder engagement initiatives.
• Crisis Management: Develop and implement plans to address potential crises impacting the business unit’s reputation, ensuring timely communication with stakeholders.
• Strategic Guidance: Provide strategic insights to SI and COEs on standards, frameworks, and best practices.

About You

• Proven Experience: A track record in developing and implementing strategic plans that align with business objectives and stakeholder needs.
• Stakeholder Engagement: Demonstrated experience engaging with a diverse range of stakeholders, including government officials and community groups.
• Corporate Affairs Expertise: Experience in a corporate affairs environment, with a strong understanding of reputation management challenges.
• Collaborative Spirit: Ability to work collaboratively across different business units to achieve common goals.
• Campaign Design: Proven ability to design and execute multi-channel influence campaigns and stakeholder engagement strategies.
• Analytical Skills: Strong analytical capabilities to assess data and trends, providing insights that inform strategic planning.
• Leadership Qualities: Experience in leading and mentoring teams, fostering professional development and growth.
• Construction Knowledge: Experience within construction, civil engineering, or large-scale infrastructure projects would be beneficial.

Why National Grid?

Join us and be part of a team that is not just about communication but about making a real difference in the energy sector. We offer a collaborative environment where your contributions will be valued, and your career can thrive.

Strategic Infrastructure at National Grid is at the forefront of the energy transition, tackling the challenges of climate change by enhancing the UK's electricity infrastructure. Through innovative projects and strong community engagement, SI is committed to delivering a sustainable energy future for all.

If you’re ready to take on a challenging and rewarding role that shapes the future of energy, we want to hear from you!

More Information

This role is offered on a Full-Time, Permanent basis

We are also offering hybrid /flexible working where travel to the office will be as per business need. Base location for this role will be The Strand, London.

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What You'll Get

A competitive salary between £74,000 - £87,000 - dependent on capability

As well as your base salary, you will receive a company car or allowance, a bonus of up to 20% of your salary for stretch performance and a competitive contributory pension scheme where we will double match your contribution to a maximum company contribution of 12%. You will also have access to a number of flexible benefits such as a share incentive plan, a salary sacrifice technology scheme, support via the employee assistance line and matched charity giving to name a few.

Diversity, Equity and Inclusion

National Grid is an equal opportunity employer that values a broad diversity of talent, knowledge, experience and expertise. We foster a culture of inclusion that drives employee engagement to deliver superior performance to the communities we serve. National Grid is proud to be an affirmative action employer. We encourage minorities, women, individuals with disabilities and protected veterans to join the National Grid team.