Ensure stakeholder events / interactions in the projectdevelopment phase, including PublicInformation Days, Public Inquiries andcommunity consultations, are appropriately planned and executed by contributing to and preparing promotional material as well as preparing briefing notes on key stakeholders and briefing project team members ahead of events. Attend and present at these events asappropriate

Build, sustain and own long-standing relationships with key stakeholder groups (community,governmentand industry) andleveragethese relationships whenrequiredacross the duration of the project lifecycle (development toconstruction tooperations). Represent SPR at these key stakeholder groups.

Own the relationship between SPR andcommunities for operational projects, being the lead interface between these stakeholders and SPR. Understand local and regional community needs and develop and implement influencing strategies to address these needs whilst also fulfilling the objectives of SPR / SP e.g., demonstrating attainment of policy objectives. Maintain a visible presence in communities in which SPR operates by, for example, attending relevant community meetings.

Responsible for developing and negotiatingcommunitybenefit agreements or other community investment models between SPR andcommunitygroups (Community Councils, Local Authorities and other third parties), brokering agreements between multiple parties with conflicting priorities. This will also require the development of bespoke solutions for community funding, for which the role holder willbe responsible fortaking through internal approval routes.

Whatyou’llbring

• Educated to degree level in a relevant discipline (e.g., public relations, stakeholder engagement).

• Significant experienceworking in the Renewables sector with detailed understanding of the key phases of the project lifecycle (development,construction,operationanddecommissioning / Repowering).

• Significant experiencein stakeholder engagement, publicrelationsor project liaison roles.

• Demonstrable experience in implementing successful stakeholder engagement strategies and plans at a project level and advising and influencing project teams in delivering these.

• Knowledge of key Renewable’s stakeholder groups and how effective engagement can support positive decision making for projects.

• Excellent verbal, written and presentation skills and the ability to influence, negotiate and advocate acrossa number ofinternal / external stakeholders with competing priorities.

• Strong project management skills to bring together multiple parties to deliver a positive outcome for SPR and its stakeholders.

What’sin it for you

As well as a competitive salary which is reviewed annually, you can also enjoya number ofother benefits. With our pension scheme,we’lldouble match your contribution up to a company contribution of 10%.

At ScottishPower, we believeit’sthelittle thingswe do in life that makea big difference From helping you look after your family’s wellbeing, save for your future and take personal steps for climate action – our benefits are designed to help you do just that - so that you have everything you need to take care of your world – today and tomorrow.That’swhy our benefits include:

• 36 days annual leave

• Holiday Purchase – perfect your work/life balance with extra annual leave

• Share Schemes

• Payroll Giving and Charity Matched Funding

• Technology Vouchers – save more and spread the cost of your technology purchases

• Electric Vehicle Schemes – to help you transition to green/clean driving

• Cycle to Work scheme and Public Transport Season Ticket Loans

• Healthcare benefit optionsincluding:Dental Insurance, Private Medical Insurance, Health CashPlanand annual Health Assessments

• Life Assurance (4x salary)

• Access toSavesmartfinancial wellbeing support

• Plusshopping, leisure, restaurant and gym discounts, and unique employee deals on travel insurance and more

Why ScottishPower

ScottishPower is part of the Iberdrola Group, one of the world’s largest integrated utility companies and a world leader in wind energy. With a commitment to generateall ofour energy from renewable resources and a drive to create the energy infrastructure of the future,we’reat the forefront of the journey to Net Zero and investing over £6m every working day to make this happen. With diverse opportunities across our businesses and a commitment to invest in our own internal talent, ScottishPower can offer people real career opportunities that meet personal and professional goals, in a global organisation.

Inclusion, diversity, and a social purpose are at the heart of everything we do. Together with our values, they bring us together into a stronger, more sustainable business with direct links to the communities we serve. It takes all kinds of people to build a large-scale business like ours, so whatever your background,you’llfit right in.

ScottishPower is committed to providing reasonable support or adjustments in our recruiting processes for candidates with disabilities, long term conditions, mental health conditions, or who are neurodivergent or require pregnancy-related support. If you need support, please reach out tocareers@scottishpower.com