Global External Communications Lead — Remote

Hitachi; United States; Remote; USD 93,000 - 147,000; Full time

Job summary

Hitachi Energy UK Limited is seeking an External Communications Lead for the newly established Service Business Unit. You will drive strategic external communications, thought leadership, and media engagement across global markets, shaping the external narrative in a fast-paced, international setting.

You will partner with senior leaders and cross-functional teams to deliver high-impact campaigns, secure speaking opportunities, and elevate brand reputation in the energy sector.

Qualifications

• Experience in external communications and media relations.
• Proven ability to lead strategic communications in a global matrix.
• Experience in energy, utilities, infrastructure, engineering, or industrial sectors preferred.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills with stakeholders.
• Ability to translate technical topics into clear narratives for diverse audiences.
• Experience securing speaking engagements and media opportunities.

Responsibilities

• Elevate Service Business Unit leaders as industry experts via external communications.
• Lead global external comms initiatives aligning with business objectives.
• Translate technical topics into clear narratives for media and audiences.
• Partner with BU leaders and regional teams to ensure aligned messaging.

Skills

External communications

Media relations

Strategic planning

Stakeholder engagement

Thought leadership

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Communications, Public Relations, Journalism, Marketing

Job description

Hitachi Energy UK Limited is seeking an External Communications Lead for the newly established Service Business Unit. You will drive strategic external communications, thought leadership, and media engagement across global markets, shaping the external narrative in a fast-paced, international setting.

You will partner with senior leaders and cross-functional teams to deliver high-impact campaigns, secure speaking opportunities, and elevate brand reputation in the energy sector.