Stakeholder Engagement Manager

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Location:

Perth, Aberdeen or Inverness

Salary: £42,600 - £64,000 + performance‑related bonus + a range of other benefits

Working Pattern: Permanent | Full Time | Flexible working patterns available

• Build and maintain cross‑functional engagement plans that set activities, channels and timelines; track feedback; develop and embed standard templates and tools for consistency; maintain accurate records.
• Map and profile stakeholders for projects and business priorities; keep interest, influence and impact assessments current so needs and expectations are understood and considered.
• Work with community liaison, corporate affairs, communications, local authority engagement and other key teams to standardise delivery and engagement governance aligned to project portfolio standards and timelines.
• Support teams and senior leaders to coordinate, plan and deliver multi‑channel engagement; facilitate internal meetings and input as the stakeholder engagement subject matter expert, identifying risks and mitigations.
• Advocate the benefits of SSEN Transmission’s £22bn investment programme with stakeholders; grow and support strategic partnerships to maximise legacy and social value impacts; communicate opportunities clearly.

• Well established experience applying stakeholder engagement methods and tools to deliver effective, comprehensive plans; advantageous experience includes large infrastructure programmes, standardising engagement or implementing communications and engagement governance at scale.
• Understanding of Energy Networks and SSEN Transmission’s role in meeting clean power targets supported by a degree in a relevant field such as Public Policy, Town and Country Planning, Environmental Management, Social Research, Communications, Project or Programme Management, Strategy, Business or Engineering Management (or equivalent experience).
• Strong organisation and communication skills, written and verbal; able to convey complex information succinctly and tailor it to stakeholder needs; confident influencing internal and external stakeholders.
• Self‑motivation, resilience, and flexibility; a proactive problem solver who considers the bigger picture and long‑term goals when recommending solutions.
• Proficiency in Microsoft 365 is essential; knowledge of Tractivity or Account Ability’s AA1000 Stakeholder Engagement Standard is an advantage.

At SSEN Transmission, we take immense pride in owning and operating the high‑voltage electricity transmission network across the north of Scotland. We transport energy from where it is generated to wherever it is needed, ensuring a safe and reliable electricity supply for the communities we serve. But that's not all – we're committed to upgrading the grid to deliver cleaner, homegrown energy for the future.

By developing, building and maintaining a network for net zero, we're creating secure power for generations to come.

We offer an excellent package with 34 days annual leave entitlement. Enhanced maternity/paternity leave, discounted healthcare, salary sacrifice car leasing and much more, view our full benefits package on our careers site.

As an equal opportunity employer we encourage diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We encourage applicants from all protected characteristics and commit to providing any reasonable adjustments you need during the application, assessment and upon joining SSE. Search for ‘Inclusion & Diversity at SSE’ to find out more.

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Before commencing your role with SSE, you'll need to complete our pre‑employment screening process. This will consist of a criminality and credit check.

As a courtesy, please let your current line manager know you are applying.