What does it look like?
You will be accountable for driving and implementing a comprehensive communications strategy aligned to National Grid’s vision, strategy and values.
Set the Group strategic narrative, amplifying our story and tailoring for different stakeholder groups and geographies, and developing the associated governance, policies, and guidance.
You will build editorial calendars, annual plans and strategic engagement strategies and platforms for the CEO and senior executives to convey the National Grid story effectively and with impact.
Partner with colleagues in Investor Relations, Policy and Government Affairs, Social Impact and Community Engagement and Sustainability to deliver consistent, aligned messaging and first-class content across all platforms.
Develop and execute key strategic reputation projects, building cross-functional, integrated media and policy campaigns for National Grid that speak at a Group, regional and Business Unit level.
Lead Corporate Affairs’ crisis communications strategy and our response to crises, working closely with the wider business to ensure effective mitigations and acting as the primary point of contact for media enquiries.
Essentially the work you do will be pivotal in enhancing National Grid’s brand and reputation.
So what will it take?
To succeed, you will be an experienced leader (minimum of five years) and can evidence managing large teams and influencing across multiple geographies, in large complex organisations.
It would be of benefit if you have a background in the regulated utilities industries, but if not, at a minimum you will have a background within other highly regulated industries.
If you can get executive leaders in a line with a consistent narrative, can manage the US and UK media, are a high performer, direct and uphold integrity in everything you do – we want to hear from you!
National Grid is committed to doing the right thing, finding a better way and making it happen. If you want to be part of this journey, apply today!
