Job Title: Head of External Relations
Contract Type: Permanent, Full-time
About the Company:
A dynamic and innovative developer in the renewable energy sector, with a successful track record of delivering over 150MW of onshore wind projects across the UK. With an ambitious 4.5GW pipeline of onshore wind and battery storage projects—and a target of securing at least 3GW more by 2030—the company is committed to accelerating the clean energy transition.
Role Overview:
As Head of External Relations, you will lead all aspects of external engagement—covering community relations, communications, stakeholder management, policy engagement, and lobbying activities. You’ll play a vital leadership role, shaping the company’s public profile, influencing policy, and ensuring positive engagement across key projects.
Key Responsibilities:
* Drive stakeholder engagement and policy alignment to support business objectives.
* Lead and mentor the external relations team, fostering a respectful and high-performing work environment.
* Shape the company’s external brand, reputation, and public profile with industry, government, and communities.
* Develop policy positions and manage consistent consultation responses.
* Represent the business in senior industry working groups and government forums.
* Support project and community teams to secure support for renewable energy projects.
* Oversee community engagement strategies including investment fund discussions and shared ownership.
* Guide the Communications Manager on media, PR, social media, and content strategy.
* Manage communication plans, press releases, and interaction with third-party PR agencies.
Requirements:
* Proficiency with Microsoft Office tools (Word, Excel, Teams, PowerPoint).
* Strong verbal and written communication skills with a track record of delivering impactful presentations.
* Demonstrated leadership and stakeholder engagement experience, particularly within renewable energy or community-focused sectors.
* Strategic thinker with experience in aligning external engagement with business objectives.
* Strong interpersonal skills, cultural sensitivity, and ability to build trust across varied stakeholders.
* Experience working with policy and regulatory frameworks in Scotland and the wider UK.
* Relevant professional qualifications are desirable but not essential.
What’s on Offer:
* Competitive salary and benefits
* Company pension scheme
* Private healthcare
* Enhanced parental leave and sick pay
* Flexible, agile working hours
* EV scheme and cycle to work scheme
* Annual leave purchase option
* Reward and recognition platform
* Regular team social events and a positive, collaborative work culture
* Opportunities for career advancement in a forward-thinking, purpose-driven organisation