Community Liaison Manager

London, United Kingdom

Job Description


Company Description

Statkraft is Europe\'s largest generator of renewable energy from hydro, wind and solar power. We have over 5,300 employees in 21 countries. We have been making clean energy possible for over 125 years, with unrivalled expertise in supplying the world with what it needs most. We envision a world that runs entirely on renewable energy.

Because in the fight against climate change, we do not see renewable energy as part of the solution - we believe it must be the solution.

With us, you will shape a career that is truly forward-facing with many amazing opportunities and offerings to match.

The successful candidate can be based in either London, Glasgow or Cardiff office.



As Community Liaison Manager, your main responsibilities will be to:

  • Work as part of the project development team to manage consultation and engagement activity on an expanding portfolio of renewable projects
  • Oversee the production and implementation of project communications & engagement plan
  • Manage interactions with local communities and other stakeholders from site selection through to construction, to support successful project outcomes
  • Deliver clear and concise communications that have the audience in mind, tailoring approach to meet the needs of each project
  • Guide project teams on the Statkraft approach to deliver public engagement
  • Originate and create communications material for digital and print media
  • Manage project website and liaise with digital communications colleagues
  • Organise and attend public events such as community meetings, exhibitions and webinars
  • Create persuasive messaging and communications for decision-makers and media
  • Manage external PR/design consultants to contribute relevant expertise in a timely and cost-effective manner
  • Ensure consultation and engagement is carried out in accordance with latest planning policy and legal requirements such as GDPR and Lobbying Act
  • Collate community engagement reports to support planning applications
  • Act as the interface between the community and project manager to ensure community aspects are being addressed and delivered where possible
  • Contribute to continuous improvement of Statkraft\'s project development activities through lessons learned processes and knowledge transfer
  • Maintain industry knowledge on relevant wider issues, including event attendance
  • Attend occasional events across the UK, sometimes in the evening
  • Be an advocate for Statkraft and its projects
Qualifications
  • Degree level or equivalent within a relevant subject, e.g. Engineering, Environmental, Communications
  • Experience in stakeholder engagement on development projects, ideally in renewables
  • An understanding of community dynamics and proven ability working with community groups
  • Experience in media management at a regional level
  • An understanding of the political and regulatory environment
  • A team player with strong communication, influencing and relationship building skills
  • Highly computer literate
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English and high level of attention-to-detail
  • Pro-active, creative and solution-orientated approach to problem solving
  • Personable, keen to work in a dynamic team environment
  • Strong organisational ability, demonstrated ability to prioritise
  • Passionate about the environment and renewable energy
Additional Information

Statkraft offers:
  • Professional and personal development in a company experiencing strong growth
  • A positive working environment characterized by expertise, responsibility, and innovation
  • A diverse workplace with regard to gender, age and cultural background
  • Unlimited learning opportunities at various levels of the organisation including LinkedIn Learning and inspiring leaderships programs
  • Competitive terms of employment and benefit schemes
  • Hybrid working arrangements

Statkraft

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  • Job Id
    JD2977419
  • Industry
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  • Total Positions
    1
  • Job Type:
    Full Time
  • Salary:
    Not mentioned
  • Employment Status
    Permanent
  • Job Location
    London, United Kingdom
  • Education
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