Job Description

By 2050, the planet could be using twice as much electricity compared to today. Are you interested in helping to shape the future of the world's energy? If so, read on.

Fusion, the process that powers the Sun and stars, is one of the most promising options for generating the cleaner, carbon-free energy that the world urgently needs.

Our client is a leading organisation at the forefront of developing fusion energy, working in partnership with industry and research institutions to drive ground-breaking advancements.

Their mission is to bring fusion electricity to the grid, supported by tomorrow's power stations. They are committed to core values of being Innovative, Committed, Trusted, and Collaborative.

Benefits include:

Outstanding defined benefit pension scheme.

Corporate bonus scheme up to 7% and a relocation allowance (if eligible).Flexible working options, including family-friendly policies and the right to request flexible working from the start of employment.

Employee Assistance Programme and trained Mental Health First Aiders.

Generous annual leave allowance starting with 25 days, plus 3 days Christmas closure and 2.5 privilege days, in addition to UK bank holidays.

Wide range of career development opportunities.

A vibrant culture committed to equality, diversity, and full inclusivity.

Salary: 79,638.

Location: Oxfordshire.

Working pattern: Onsite working expected for 3 days per week, with flexibility actively supported.

This role requires completion of Baseline Personnel Security Standard (BPSS) checks, including Disclosure & Barring Service (DBS) checks for criminal convictions and a potential search of open source data.

The Role

Join the team and use your expertise in communication to help shape the future of energy.

As Head of Communications, you will lead the strategy and delivery of communications to support the organisation's mission in delivering complex and impactful scientific work. You will offer expert advice, strategic leadership, and ensure engagement with a wide range of stakeholders, fostering trust, understanding, and advocacy for the organisation's initiatives.

Operating in a complex, technical environment, you will develop clear, compelling communication strategies, advise on best practices across all communications, and manage reputational risks. You will also build and lead a high-performing communications team, supporting both internal and external communications through a comprehensive, multi-channel strategy.

This role includes collaborating closely with senior leadership and government stakeholders to align communications with organisational goals and ensure compliance with government standards and best practice guidance.

Qualifications

Degree or equivalent experience in a communication-related field.

Proven senior communications or public affairs experience, ideally within a government, scientific, or similarly technical environment.

Ability to engage effectively with technical teams and translate complex topics for diverse audiences.

Additional Information

They welcome applications from talented individuals of all backgrounds. They strongly encourage applications from under-represented groups, particularly women in STEM, people from Black British Caribbean and African, Pakistani and Bangladeshi British backgrounds, other ethnic minority groups, people with disabilities, and neurodivergent individuals.

Our client is committed to Equality, Diversity and Inclusion and actively works to promote a welcoming, inclusive workplace for all employees.

Please note that vacancies are usually advertised for four weeks but may close earlier if a high number of applications are received.

Applicants from outside the UK or those who have spent significant time overseas in the past five years should refer to the UK Government guidance on obtaining criminal records checks for employment purposes.

Job Type: Permanent

Pay: 79,000.00-79,638.00 per year

Work Location: Hybrid remote in Abingdon OX14