Total 9 pr media communications job vacancies in Reading, RG1 2EG

Electronics Design Engineer required to work on RF Antenna terminals for airborne, border protection and maritime communications in the defence avionics and mobile wireless networking industries.

You will join a team working at the cutting edge of RF and Microwave Ku/Ka, GNSS and LTE satellite phased array system design and development.

Technical environment
Electronic Circuit Design and layout, Schematic Design, safety critical electronics, Altium, satellite terminals, Analogue, DC low frequency circuits, SPICE, satellite phased array RF systems, RFIC, line-up, PCB, digital electronics, FPGA, ASIC, SD modems, mixed signal, RFSoC, Algorithms, Digital Signal Processing, RTL Design, Filter Design, High Frequency Electronics, ANSYS HFSS, High speed, ADC, DAC, serial communications, Audio, signal conditioning, programmable logic design, Xilinx and Altera, RFID, EMC, ESD.

Your primary contribution will be PCB hardware satellite terminal design

We have high-priority, high-profile requirements for External Communications Specialists who will play a critical role at the forefront of ensuring all aspects of external communications are delivered to a high standard during and after incidents. It is also a key role in promoting the coordination of aftercare services and follow up communications post incidents.

You will work and collaborate with a range of teams across our Water, Waste & Bio, Renewal & Logistics, and Operations Service & Control Centre functions to ensure customers are communicated with during and after any disruption.

What you’ll be doing as an External Communications Specialist:

Identification of real-time external communication needs - Understand and assess the external communication requirements arising from emerging and real-time issues.

Customer Communication Delivery - Write and deliver consistent external customer communications content to a high standard.

Non-Household Communications - Ensure NAV and NHH locations are engaged and kept informed during real-time issues.

Information management - Maintain a storyboard for all incidents and ensure accessible repository is held and maintained.

Incident Leadership - Lead and coordinate stakeholder, and press office resource, acting as Public Information Office Control Tower during daytime working hours. (0600-2200)

Aftercare - Lead and coordinate Aftercare Cell, ensuring customer resolution of issues post incident.

Continuous Improvement - Develop improvements to real-time external communications processes.

Professional Standards & Development - Closely integrate as part of pan-TW professional communications community, actively working to ensure real-time external communications are aligned to required standards, and driving continuous personal development.

Base Location: Kemble Court, Reading.

Working Pattern: Full Time/36 Hours on a 16 week rotating shift pattern (early/late)
Monday – Sunday (06:00 – 14:45 / 13:15 – 22:00)

What you should bring to the role:

Essential to the role:

- Experience of working in external communications at a fast-moving, highly technical organisation.
- Can demonstrate an ability to take complex information from multiple sources and turn it into easily understandable language.
- A customer-first approach to communication.
- Confident in working with senior internal and external stakeholders.
- Skilled in leading a team during in a high-pressured environment.
- Ability to write clearly and concisely.
- Sound judgement on when to send external communications.
- Skilled in leading a team during in a high-pressured environment.

Desirable:

- Worked in Crisis Communications.
- An understanding of the water industry.
- Knowledge of both national and local government.
- An interest in current affairs and understanding of how the news media operates.



What’s in it for you?

- Competitive salary from £45,000 to £55,000 per annum depending on experience.
- Annual Leave - 26 days holiday per year increasing to 30 with the length of service. (Plus bank holidays)
- Contributory pension – Defined Contribution - Maximum of 12% -2x employee contribution.
- Personal Medical Assessments – Open to all once a year.
- Wider benefits scheme including our benefits hub, which is packed full of offers and information to save you money and support your wellbeing.

Who are we?

At Thames Water, our purpose is crystal clear - to deliver life’s essential service so our customers, communities and planet can thrive.

Water is life’s great leveller. Every living thing needs it, every single day. From people to plants, birds to bees, farms to factories, we all need it to thrive, and we’re committed to taking care of it for us all.

But keeping water flowing is becoming harder. From scorching summers to wetter winters, extreme weather affects everything from our pipes to our local rivers. We need to keep millions more kettles boiling, public services operating, washing machines spinning, showers running and more, so every drop is more precious than ever. Are you ready to play your part?

Working at Thames Water

At Thames Water we recognise that people are at the heart of our business. To help us succeed in providing life's essential service, we need a range of skills and capabilities, representative of society throughout our business.

We seek to attract and retain a cultural mix of people who can offer different but complementary attitudes, values, talents, and knowledge. We understand the importance of appreciating and harnessing the unique skills, experiences, background, and differences that each individual brings.

Our over-arching diversity and inclusion aim is to ensure Thames Water is a diverse and inclusive great place to work. We encourage applications from everyone and offer extra support for those who need it throughout the recruitment process.

Find out more about working at Thames Water.

When a crisis happens, we all rally around to support our customers. As part of Team Thames, you’ll have the opportunity to sign up to support our customers on the frontline as an ambassador. Full training will be given for what is undoubtedly an incredibly rewarding experience. It’s also a great opportunity to learn more about our business, meet colleagues and earn some extra money along the way.

Disclaimer: due to the high volume of applications we receive, we may close the advert earlier than the advertised date, so we encourage you to apply as soon as possible to avoid disappointment.

Proud member of the Disability Confident employer scheme

This exciting role will be part of the Thames Water Strategic Resource Option (SRO) team, who are responsible for the development of several infrastructure projects designed to improve drought resilience and minimise interruptions to water supplies in the South East of England, with a key focus on protecting the environment.
These projects may include a new reservoir and transfer projects between different river catchments, both of which would involve high level interaction between Thames Water, it’s contractors, customers as well as local community and political organisations.

We all need water, and Thames Water has a vital role to play in ensuring there’s enough for households and businesses across our region in the future. Climate change and population growth are affecting our supply levels, but these projects will deliver a broad range of benefits for the environment, the economy and wider society. And this role represents a real opportunity to bring the vision behind our work to life.

What you’ll be doing as a Senior PR and Campaigns Manager

- We’re looking for a skilled communicator, with a creative flair, to develop and execute a programme of PR campaigns to raise awareness of the projects we are developing.
- You will have an eye for a good story and know how to position our latest news and developments to customers and target audiences.
- Working alongside the External Affairs Lead, you will develop and deliver a programme of cross-channel external communications activity to raise the profile and reputation of Thames Water’s SRO team.
- Work closely with colleagues in the press office, responding to reactive media enquiries about the programme of work, and pitching stories to national, regional and trade media to generate positive coverage.
- Working with our technical partners and specialist teams, you will also identify opportunities for media and stakeholder site visits and play a lead role in their co-ordination.
- Support the SRO team’s messaging manager and digital engagement officer to ensure our brand identity is consistently translated across all communications and campaigns products.
- Liaise with design teams and PR agencies to ensure our communications collateral is compelling, impactful and follows Plain English Campaign guidelines.
- Create a plan that ensures we never miss an opportunity to promote our project milestones, successes and achievements to our partners, regulators, key stakeholders and customers.
- The role will work closely with the corporate public affairs team to ensure alignment of engagement, campaigns and messages.

What you should bring to the role

- Educated to degree level in Communications, Journalism, Marketing, Public Relations or a related field.
- Significant experience working in media relations.
- Strategic thinking with experience of tactical campaign planning and brand management.
- Content development for a range of platforms, including web, social media, traditional media and internal channels.
- Experience of working with, engaging and influencing a range of stakeholders with conflicting views and priorities at all levels of the business and externally.
- Ability to work flexibly and multi-task whilst maintaining excellent communication skills.
- Able to translate complex information into compelling narratives and visual aids.
- Be comfortable travelling across our region to support project activities.
- Be a supportive team-player who is flexible and resilient to deal with project challenges and conflicting deadlines.

Valid UK drivers licence as travel around sites will be required.

What’s in it for you?

- Competitive salary between £55,000 - £62,000 per annum, depending on level of experience.
- Annual Leave of 26 days holiday per year increasing to 30 with the length of service (plus bank holidays)
- Contributory pension – Defined Contribution - Maximum of 12% -2x employee contribution
- Personal Medical Assessments – Open to all once a year
- Wider benefits scheme including our benefits hub, which is packed full of offers and information to save you money and support your wellbeing

Who are we?
At Thames Water, our purpose is crystal clear - to deliver life’s essential service so our customers, communities and planet can thrive.

Water is life’s great leveller. Every living thing needs it, every single day. From people to plants, birds to bees, farms to factories, we all need it to thrive, and we’re committed to taking care of it for us all.

But keeping water flowing is becoming harder. From scorching summers to wetter winters, extreme weather affects everything from our pipes to our local rivers. We need to keep millions more kettles boiling, public services operating, washing machines spinning, showers running and more, so every drop is more precious than ever. Are you ready to play your part?

Working at Thames Water
At Thames Water we recognise that people are at the heart of our business. To help us succeed in providing life's essential service, we need a range of skills and capabilities, representative of society throughout our business.

We seek to attract and retain a cultural mix of people who can offer different but complementary attitudes, values, talents, and knowledge. We understand the importance of appreciating and harnessing the unique skills, experiences, background, and differences that each individual brings.

Our over-arching diversity and inclusion aim is to ensure Thames Water is a diverse and inclusive great place to work. We encourage applications from everyone and offer extra support for those who need it throughout the recruitment process.

Find out more about working at Thames Water.

When a crisis happens, we all rally around to support our customers. As part of Team Thames, you’ll have the opportunity to sign up to support our customers on the frontline as an ambassador. Full training will be given for what is undoubtedly an incredibly rewarding experience. It’s also a great opportunity to learn more about our business, meet colleagues and earn some extra money along the way.

Disclaimer: due to the high volume of applications we receive, we may close the advert earlier than the advertised date, so we encourage you to apply as soon as possible to avoid disappointment.

Proud member of the Disability Confident employer scheme

SSE has big ambitions to be a leading energy company in a low carbon world. Following our commitment to invest £20.5 billion in low carbon projects to 2027, we have significant growth plans and are well on our way to achieving our ambition to build a world that's more sustainable and inclusive for you, your family, the community you live in and for generations to come.

Join us on our journey to net zero and help us power change.

About the Role

Base Location: Glasgow, Perth, Reading, Portsmouth or London

Salary: £55,200 - £83,000 + performance-related bonus + a range of benefits to support your finances, wellbeing and family.

Working Pattern: 18 Month Fixed Term Contract | Full Time | Flexible First options available

Are you an internal communications professional with a passion for driving transformation and fostering employee engagement? Join SSEN Distribution as a Senior Internal Communications Manager where you'll design compelling change communications for more than 4,200 colleagues, ensuring timely and effective message delivery while also enhancing our employee engagement initiatives. You'll work closely with change and business leads to prioritise messages, use campaign-style messaging to build a lasting understanding of our Transformation Programme, and ensure every colleague's voice is heard, no matter where they are or how they work. The main responsibilities of the role include:

- Acting as 'air-traffic control' for internal communications, ensuring the right messages are landing at the right time, and adjusting delivery methods for different audience types.

- Creating and delivering regular interactive engagement sessions that facilitate two-way conversations, developing and maintaining an employee engagement calendar that covers all Distribution.

- Tracking and measuring engagement activities and sentiment, using this data to inform communication plans and maintain an appropriate tone across the business.

- Influencing key stakeholders on communication best practices, championing engaging and effective strategies while solving complex engagement challenges, including engaging diverse and remote audiences.

- Partnering with the Distribution Internal Communications team to effectively plan and deliver cohesive communications that address business challenges and the opportunities our Transformation Programme brings.

What do I need?

To be considered for this role, we would love you to have:

- Proven experience in the creation, management and delivery of large communication plans for complex change projects, creating understanding and commitment to change with positive engagement.

- Excellent written and verbal communication skills combined with the ability to advise and influence senior managers, and the confidence to coach others.

- Ability to create clarity and simplify complex messaging with the key audiences at the heart of your thinking.

- Detailed understanding of internal communication processes, channels, and measurement techniques with experience of using Poppulo and SharePoint.

- Ability to adjust strategies and plans based on feedback and quantifiable measurement.

Regular travel will be expected across SSE's key UK locations.

About our Business

SSEN Distribution powers 3.9 million homes and businesses in communities across central southern England and the north of Scotland. Our team of more than 4,200 highly skilled people keep customers connected to a safe and reliable supply of electricity whilst developing the flexible networks that are vital for the future. We power communities to thrive today and create a net-zero tomorrow. Why not join us and help power change, we're looking for great people who love working with others to achieve great results. You'll be empowered to make the right decisions for our customers and have the space to take accountability for the work you do. You'll be working as part of a bigger team, enabling net-zero, so team work will be essential. As a part of our business, you become part of something bigger - an established company with a reputation for looking after our people, offering secure and rewarding roles where safety is our number one priority.

What's in it for you?

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.

What happens now?

All applications should be made online, and I'll be back in touch after the vacancy closing date to let you know the outcome.

If you would like to discuss any working flexibly requirements or adjustments you may require throughout the recruitment and selection process, please contact Louise on 01738 351671.

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.

Who we are:
Activate Learning is a pioneering education group with a global reach, committed to transforming lives through our approach to learning.
We see our employees as individuals, empowering them to make the right choices for their ambitions and careers. We value our people as vital to our continued success and aspire to a diverse, open and inclusive environment that provides the motivation for everyone to pursue their career goals and flourish.
When you work for Activate Learning, you’re working for an organisation that provides you with the advantages of a large employer, a trusted partner in your career development, and a transformational way of working whilst also investing in building a community environment for everyone.
Together, we will bring out the best version of yourself.
About the role:
We now have an exciting opportunity for candidates with a genuine passion for marketing to join our innovative team as a Marketing, Communications and Events Assistant. This is a pioneering approach to apprenticeship delivery, and you will be engaging in a multitude of opportunities never seen before in an apprenticeship provision.
We are looking for motivated, enthusiastic, and positive individuals with the ability to inspire, ensuring our marketing efforts are engaging and impactful.
Our team thrives on creativity and innovation, and we want to appoint someone who can bring fresh ideas and dedication to our marketing strategies. A genuine interest in developing professionally within the marketing field is essential.
You will work collaboratively with our team to plan and execute comprehensive marketing campaigns. You will also experience all areas of marketing, from video content creation using industry standard equipment, to planning and leading on events at our campuses.
You will undertake team-building and external challenges, such as first-aid courses, expeditions, attend expo’s and have the opportunity to mentor your own student.
This role is part of the Activate Pioneers programme and includes the Level 4 Marketing Executive Apprenticeship, providing a strong foundation for your future career in marketing.
We have 3 fixed-term, full-time positions available at Reading College Campus until March 2025. There is an expectation to travel to Reading Campus once weekly for in-person learning, and to other campuses to fulfil the needs of your role where appropriate. Roles are also available at Oxford and Guildford.
If you'd like to learn more we'll be hosting discovery evenings on the 4th, 6th and 11th of June. Should your application be successful you'll be invited to one of our assessment days on the 2nd, 3rd and 4th of July.
What do you need to be successful as an Activate Pioneer Apprentice at Activate Learning?
Successful candidates will have Grade 4 or above in GCSE Maths and English, a Level 3 qualification and/or have appropriate experience that demonstrates a proficiency in the world of marketing and encompassing areas.
You will need to have a flexible approach, coupled with excellent organisational and interpersonal skills. You will be driven and committed to becoming Britain’s next best employee.
Why work with the Activate Learning Group?
Here are some of our benefits:

Enrolment into generous pensions schemes
Generous annual leave entitlement
Excellent on-site facilities including free onsite parking, refectory facilities, Hair and Beauty salons
An extensive Learning and Development programme with a range of CPD opportunities
Specialised support and development for teaching staff
Access to qualified coaches for all staff
Leadership and Management development programmes
Flexible working opportunities, where appropriate
A comprehensive wellbeing programme including access to the Westfield Health Cash Plan and Everymind app
Mental Health support including access to Mental Health First Aiders
Employee Assistance Programme
Employee resource groups
Cycle to work scheme
Refer a friend vacancy incentive
Access to student discount programmes

Applicants should apply at the earliest opportunity, closed vacancies will prevent application form submission.
Applications are reviewed and shortlisted on a rolling basis, we reserve the right to interview, appoint and close adverts.
Activate Learning is committed to safeguarding and expect all our staff to share this commitment. Successful applicants will be required to undergo a DBS check at the appropriate level.
Applicants must be eligible to work in the UK, we do not sponsor work permits. Work permits from other organisations are unacceptable as proof of right to work in the UK.
Applications are encouraged from all candidates who meet or exceed minimum criteria, regardless of age, disability, gender, orientation, race, religion or ethnicity. Activate Learning are committed to employing people with disabilities and will ensure our recruitment process is inclusive and accessible. If you require any reasonable adjustments either at application or interview stage please contact the talent team directly.
Recruitment agencies who submit unsolicited CVs to any partner or employee at Activate Learning, have no authority to enter into an arrangement. Recruitment agencies engaging with Activate Learning Talent Team will be on our PSL.

About the Role

Base Location: Reading

Salary: £26,200 - £39,400 + performance-related bonus + a range of other benefits to support your family, finances and wellbeing.

Working Pattern: Permanent | Full Time | Flexible First options available

What is the Role?

We have an exciting opportunity for a Marketing Operational Comms Executive to join our growing Marketing Team. You'll support the wider Marketing Team in the design and execution of personal and adaptable communications to customers.

You'll play a critical role in supporting our marketing initiatives by ensuring efficient and effective communication across various channels, supporting multiple business objectives and stakeholders. Channels include, but are not limited to, operational letters, emails, scripts, web copy, collateral and video creation. In this role you will:

- deliver customer communications to support SSE and SSE Airtricity stakeholders to drive engagement and meet business objectives.

- be creative and seek out process and customer experience improvements, delivering consistency across all below-the-line communications

- ensure all comms are consistent with brand and tone of voice guidelines and are created within a timely manner

- assist in the production of content to support new product launches and CRM (Customer Relationship Management) campaigns

- effectively implement regulatory requirements across customer and operational comms

- collaborate with teams to ensure alignment of messaging and communication strategies, fostering a cohesive brand image

This role will require regular travel to other SSE offices across the UK and Ireland.

What do I need?

To be considered for this role, we would love you to have:

- demonstrable experience in a marketing, communications, or related field, with a focus on delivering operational communication and project coordination

- exceptional written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to tailor messages for different audiences and channels.

- strong attention to detail, ensuring accuracy and consistency in all communication materials

- the ability to work effectively within cross-functional teams, manage communication with multiple stakeholders and foster open communication and a collaborative spirit

- knowledge of regulatory considerations and compliance

About our Business

SSE is a multinational energy company listed on the FTSE 100, with a vision "to be a leading energy company in a net zero world". Were investing £24bn+ by the end of the decade to help deliver our Net Zero Acceleration Programme.

Part of SSE Plc, Energy Customer Solutions is the Customer facing division - providing energy and low carbon solutions to over 1.3million customers. We have a strong market position with great customer relationships and expert customer teams working in Belfast, Cardiff, Dublin, Perth, and Reading. ​

In Great Britain we operate under the brand SSE Energy Solutions providing energy and related energy solutions (EV, Solar, Smart, Heating & Cooling etc) to businesses of all sizes and public sector organisations across Great Britain.

In Ireland - we operate under the brand SSE Airtricity providing energy and related energy solutions (Solar, EV etc) to homes, businesses including public sector organisations across the island of Ireland.

We have ambitious targets to help our customers on their journey to Net Zero by increasing the accessibility of green energy solutions through the provision of customer-driven propositions and were a partner to customers and stakeholders as they seek ways to respond to the climate crisis.

Help us power change.

Whats in it for you?

An excellent package with 34 days holiday entitlement (including public holidays), 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 actively encourage applicants from all protected characteristics and commit to providing any reasonable adjustments required during the application, assessment and upon joining SSE. Search for 'Inclusion & Diversity at SSE to find out more.

Next Steps

All applications should be submitted online, and we'll be back in touch after the vacancy closing date to let you know the outcome.

If you would like to discuss any working differently requirements or adjustments you may require throughout the recruitment and selection process, please contact Andy on 01738 340826.

Before commencing employment with SSE, you'll be required to fully complete our pre-employment screening process consisting of a basic criminal records and credit check.

About Bauer Media Group

Bauer Media UK is part of the wider Bauer Media Group and is the No.1 UK Publisher and the No.1 Digital Commercial Audio broadcaster. We reach 25 million consumers across our Radio and Publishing brands such as Greatest Hits, KISS, Grazia, Today's Golfer, Absolute, TV Choice, Scala, Country Walking, Hits Radio, CAR, Magic, MCN, Jazz FM, Puzzles and many more!

Bauer Media Group has remained one of the world’s most successful media companies for nearly 150 years through our commitment to continuous innovation and consumer obsession. Founded in Hamburg in 1875 and now in our fifth generation of family ownership, our multi-national company operates in 13 countries across Europe, reaching 200 million consumers.


Are you looking for that next step in your career in sales?

Look no further and join us at Bauer Media. We are looking for an Account Manager to join our commercial team in Berkshire covering Reading, Basingstoke, Newbury and Andover areas.

You will be responsible for some existing accounts within your territory and have the opportunity to develop and grow existing, new and lapsed clients. With amazing learning and development opportunities you will have the opportunity to grow and develop not only your territory but yourself too.


Our Team

Our team represents Bauer Media Audio UK with stations such as Greatest Hits Radio, Magic, Absolute, KISS and many others. You will be part of our highly successful and driven local team. We pride ourselves in putting teamwork at the forefront of our minds and you will be an important and integral part of that.

This role will be a mix of field, office and home working and you will receive car allowance or company car (subject to availability)

What you'll do

Working with advertising clients across all types of industries within Berkshire everyday will be different!


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Executing Bauer’s commercial strategy



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Growing group revenues across your specific territory and the wider Bauer portfolio



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Managing advertising inventory and price



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Developing key internal and external customer relationships



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Achieving personal and team revenue targets



What You'll Bring


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Previous experience in a sales environment desirably within Media.



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Great listening and communication skills.



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Ability to create visually and verbally engaging reports and presentations.



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Track record achieving revenue targets.



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Self-motivated with an entrepreneurial spirit.



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Ability to build and maintain long lasting relationships.



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Diary management skills.




If you have any questions about this role do not hesitate to email the talent team at Careershub@BauerMedia.co.uk


Expiry Date 22nd May 2024



Package Description

Rewards packages at Bauer Media offer a range of salary sacrifice Benefits, such as our pension scheme and flexible holidays, as well as exclusive Perks like great deals and discounts for everyday life.

- 25 days holiday + bank holidays + 2 volunteer days
- Internal Bauer Academy – Wide range of learning opportunities to support with your Career Development
- Opportunity to buy additional holiday
- Enhanced Maternity and Paternity pay
- Company pension
- Cycle to work scheme, tech loan scheme and groups discounts for healthcare insurance
- Discounted subscriptions on Bauer publications (50%)
- Thrive initiatives – Wellbeing at Bauer
- Opportunities to contribute to our Belonging@Bauer and Sustainability initiatives
- Discounted high street vouchers

About the Role

Base Location: Cardiff, Reading or Perth - this is a hybrid role working a minimum two days a week at the office at one of the advertised locations.

Salary: £47,600 - £71,600 pro rata + a range of other benefits to support your family, finances and wellbeing.

Working Pattern: 9 Month Fixed Term Contract | Full Time | Flexible First options available

What is the Role?

As the Communications and Engagement Manager you will be responsible for setting and delivering the internal communications and engagement strategy across Business Energy, creating initiatives to support our teams through change and enabling learning and development activity across the business. You will ensure all stakeholder needs are known, people are well informed, with solutions delivered at the right time and through the most appropriate channels.

As part of the role, you will:

- Develop and execute a long-term strategic communications and engagement plans, aligned with the company's mission and vision.

- Create regular, interactive engagement opportunities to ensure effective two-way communication across the organisation.

- Define and instil the desired organisational culture, focusing on values, behaviours, and characteristics that align with our strategic goals.

- Develop and apply metrics for measuring engagement and awareness, refining approach based on feedback and data.

- Collaborate with Learning & Development to promote a customer-centric culture and support continuous professional growth.

- Lead your team to deliver, providing the necessary coaching and development to staff to be able to respond to planned demand accurately and effectively.

What do I need?

­­To be considered for this role, we would love you to have:

- Solid experience in leading comprehensive communication and engagement initiatives within complex, matrix-managed organisations.

- A strategic approach that combines a strong knowledge base with creative insights, focused on both internal and external factors to shape impactful strategies.

- Well-honed skills in using diverse communication platforms effectively to reach and engage a varied audience.

- Expertise in market research, strategic planning, and advising on communication strategies aimed at nurturing a dynamic workplace environment.

- Excellent people skills, you will be interacting with and inspiring colleagues across teams and third parties to ensure results are delivered.

About our Business

The race to net zero is intensifying for businesses of all sizes. Sustainable decisions made today can meet customers' changing needs for tomorrow and bring long-term success for businesses. Part of SSE plc, the UK and Ireland's largest renewable electricity generator, SSE Energy Solutions is different as all its renewable electricity is sourced from SSE's own UK wind and hydro assets.

In addition to providing gas and electricity to businesses across the UK, SSE Energy Solutions invests in, builds and connects localised flexible infrastructure to drive the long-term performance of energy assets. SSE Energy Solutions works with its customers to deliver financially robust plans to bring flexibility and diversity to their energy infrastructure - the low-carbon solutions they need to succeed in the race to net zero.

What's in it for you?

An excellent package with 34 days holiday entitlement (including public holidays), 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 actively encourage applicants from all protected characteristics and commit to providing any reasonable adjustments required during the application, assessment and upon joining SSE. Search for 'Inclusion & Diversity at SSE' to find out more.

Next Steps

All applications should be submitted online, and I'll be back in touch after the vacancy closing date to let you know the outcome.

If you would like to discuss any working differently requirements or adjustments you may require throughout the recruitment and selection process, please contact Lynsey on 01738 340426.

Before commencing employment with SSE, you'll be required to fully complete our pre-employment screening process consisting of a basic criminal records and credit check.

The Role

Here at SecureCloud+ we are seeking a motivated and ambitious Marketing & Communications Executive to become a part of our team and growing business.

As an essential member of our marketing department, you will be responsible for designing and implementing marketing and communication strategies that cater to our internal and external B2B processes and contribute to our business goals.

We are looking for somebody that can bring a proactive approach to the role. We don't expect you to know it all, but to have the drive to find the answer.

This is a hybrid role, and can be based from either our Reading or Stoke office.



Role Responsibilities

Key Responsibilities include but are not limited to:

Create persuasive and insightful marketing materials, such as whitepapers, case studies, email campaigns, and thought leadership pieces, providing our internal teams with powerful tools for client engagement and business development.
Maintain brand consistency and messaging across all internal marketing materials and communications, enhancing our image within the B2B market, and reinforcing our position as a trusted partner.
Build strong relationships with B2B-focused media outlets, industry influencers, and key stakeholders. Working together with our departments to create a strategy to improve our Share of Voice (SOV).
Work closely with our design agency to craft visually compelling promotion campaigns. Ensure that design elements seamlessly integrate with our messaging and resonate with our target audience, creating an appealing and memorable brand image.
Collaborate with our sales team on events and trade shows to elevate our brand and provide valuable networking opportunities.
Gain insights from B2B market research to offer invaluable data on market trends, competitor activities and client preferences, equipping our internal teams with the knowledge to refine their strategies.
Monitor and analyse the performance of your activities to empower our internal teams with data-driven recommendations for optimisation, leading to better internal decision-making.
Management and grow our social media platforms to keep our followers and internal teams engaged with news, industry insights and company achievements.
During the interview process, you will be asked to provide evidence and ideas that showcase how you can contribute to the team.



Education and Experience Requirements

3 years of marketing experience at executive level or equivalent.
A relevant business or marketing qualification.
A proven track record in B2B marketing and communications.
Proficiency in digital marketing tools and platforms aligned with internal strategies.
Strong communication skills, with a focus on language and tone.
Creative thinking and innovative approach to B2B marketing strategies.
Excellent organisational skills.
Be a highly driven, enthusiastic, self-starter, who is able to work on their own initiative.


The Company

SecureCloud+ specialises in providing fully managed secure ICT services to the UK's Defence and Security sectors, as well as other government departments with complex and demanding security requirements. SecureCloud+ prides itself on its successful track-record of delivering real benefits to its customers, but also on its ethos of investing in its employees’ personal and professional growth.

Are you ready to embark on this exciting career opportunity? We look forward to welcoming you to our esteemed team at SecureCloud+.

SecureCloud+ is an equal opportunities employer and does not discriminate based on age, sex, colour, religion, race, disability, or sexual orientation. Our hiring decisions are based on an individual’s experience and qualifications for the job advertised.