Location
Based in Farringdon or Edinburgh & Glasgow with travel across the respective regions expected.

Hours
Full Time

Salary
£70,000 - £80,000 (dependent on skills, qualifications and experience)

About the Role
We are looking for a Head of Stakeholder Engagement to lead and deliver SGN’s stakeholder engagement strategy across its operational regions. This role involves building effective external relationships, fostering community trust, and gathering stakeholder insight to support the company’s strategic priorities, operational delivery, regulatory commitments, and long-term social licence to operate. You will provide strategic leadership on stakeholder engagement across local, regional, and national audiences, helping SGN anticipate and respond to reputational and community issues associated with operating critical energy infrastructure during the transition to net zero.

There are two positions available: one based in Scotland and one in Southern England. Travel across each region is expected.

Key responsibilities include:
- Developing and delivering SGN’s regional stakeholder engagement strategy to support organisational priorities and business goals.
- Building and maintaining strong relationships with key stakeholders such as local authorities, elected representatives, community organisations, consumer groups, industry bodies, and resilience partners.
- Championing a proactive and collaborative approach to engagement, enabling colleagues to build meaningful partnerships.
- Increasing awareness, understanding, and trust in SGN by ensuring stakeholders are informed and engaged.
- Providing insight and advice on stakeholder priorities, opportunities, and emerging issues to shape business decisions.
- Strengthening SGN’s reputation and influence through inclusive engagement, ensuring diverse perspectives are considered in decision-making and investment programmes.

SGN delivers safety, warmth, and comfort to homes and businesses, and every role contributes to this mission, whether in the office or on the front line.

Experience
Significant experience in stakeholder engagement, external affairs, public affairs, or corporate affairs, ideally within local government infrastructure, utilities, energy, transport, or other complex operating environments.
Proven ability to build and maintain trusted relationships with a wide range of stakeholders, influencing positive outcomes through collaboration, communication, and partnership working.
Strong understanding of regional and local political, regulatory, community, and stakeholder landscapes.
Experience managing complex stakeholder issues and reputational risks using sound judgement and effective engagement strategies.
Demonstrated leadership experience with the ability to develop, motivate, and support high-performing teams fostering an inclusive and collaborative culture.
Excellent communication and influencing skills, able to present complex information clearly and engage effectively with senior leaders and external stakeholders.
Strong project management and organisational capabilities, managing multiple priorities and delivering results within a complex, matrixed or multi-stakeholder environment.

About you
You are a strategic thinker with excellent interpersonal skills and a passion for building meaningful stakeholder relationships. You are adaptable, collaborative, and able to navigate complex environments with confidence and integrity. You value diversity and inclusion and are committed to fostering an inclusive culture.

SGN welcomes applicants from diverse backgrounds and encourages those who may not meet every criterion but are interested in the role to apply.

Qualifications
Relevant qualifications are desirable but not explicitly required. A strong track record of relevant experience and leadership in stakeholder engagement is essential.