SSE: Digital Communications Manager (Distribution)

SSE has big ambitions to be a leading energy company in a low carbon world. Following our commitment to invest £12.5 billion in low carbon projects over the next five years, 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.SSEN Distribution believes that climate change is a global problem with local solutions. As the first DNO to set 1.5-degree science-based reduction targets for its own operations, we’re playing an active role in delivering on the 2045 and 2050 net zero targets: from facilitating more heat pumps and EV chargepoints on our network, to harnessing the opportunities brought about by the shift to smart grids and working collaboratively to make sure that no one is left behind in the net zero transition.Join us on our journey to net zero and help us power change.About the RoleBase Location: Reading, Portsmouth and London Salary: £44,100 - £66,100 + performance-related bonus + a range of other benefits to support your family, finances and wellbeing.Working Pattern: Permanent | Full Time| Flexible First options available Work with the Head of Corporate Affairs and Head of Internal Communications to deliver external and internal digital strategies that meet SSEN Distribution’s objectives. Use analytics, data and trends to evaluate current practices and future technologies providing recommendations and solutions as required to support SSEN Distribution’s objectives. Provide a high quality video production service for SSEN Distribution, delivering impactful video content to work across internal and external channels, including filming, editing, interviewing and ensuring content is accessible for audiences. Proactively develop digital channel strategies informed by insight and measurement, knowledge of industry trends and best practice across digital media, to meet business needs.What do I need?To be considered for this role, we would love you to have/be: Educated to degree level in a related subject e.g. multimedia, graphic design. Experience of owning a digital communications strategy and leading on key areas of work. Experience of presenting high level digital strategies to senior executives. Excellent organisational, project management and problem-solving skills with a focus on setting priorities, managing processes and delivering results under tight timescales. A demonstrable drive and passion for digital communications.About our BusinessSSEN Distribution powers 3.8 million homes and businesses in communities across central southern England and the north of Scotland. Our team of more than 3,500 people keep customers connected to a safe and reliable supply of electricity whilst developing the flexible networks that are vital to achieving net zero. By enabling a smarter, more resilient electricity network we're ensuring our local communities continue to receive the power they need, both now and in the future. We are consistently investing and innovating to improve network resilience and future-proof power supplies for life's changing demands, from rolling out large scale EV charging schemes to supporting small community generation projects.What's in it for you?An excellent package with 34 days holiday 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 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 StepsAll 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 Kimberlee on kimberlee.anderson@sse.com / +44 1738 341523.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.Find out more here.