Communications and Community Liaison Officer

at  National Grid

KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES

• Work with the Grain Leadership Team and our social media agent to develop and implement communication strategies to align with the organisation’s objectives, values and corporate responsibilities.
• Work closely with our external social media agent to create an ongoing monthly schedule of content for publishing and provide contact as necessary for technical input. Ensure appropriate approval obtained prior to external release.
• Act as the primary point of contact between the organisation and the community, fostering positive relations and promoting understanding and collaboration. Actively engage with community members to understand their needs, concerns and aspirations.
• Maintain regular dialogue with Corporate Affairs and National Grid Ventures Communication teams, sharing information and content which may be suitable for wider distribution beyond the Grain LNG channels.
• Work closely with the Grain Community Action Steering Team (CAST) to support their deliverables and their community needs and contacts.

ABOUT US

Grain LNG is the gateway connecting worldwide LNG to the European energy market, making a genuine difference to people’s lives. Find out all about our cutting-edge operations – showcasing our leadership in powering the future – and why Grain LNG is at the forefront of energy as we move towards net zero. Watch our video here

As a Communications and Community Liaison Officer for Grain LNG, you’ll promote the company brand through effective internal and external communications. You will play a pivotal part in fostering positive relationships and developing engagement between our organisation and the communities we serve.
Grain LNG is committed to protecting the environment for future generations and supporting their energy needs, through being an innovative, socially responsible business. We’re also working with local schools and charitable organisations to enhance lives and promote the skills of our future generation of engineers, through a number of volunteering and fundraising events.
This is an exciting opportunity to join an expanding terminal, which is of strategic national importance to UK energy infrastructure and security of supply. We’re the largest Liquefied natural gas (LNG) terminal in Europe and eighth largest in the world by tank capacity with a site that spans over 600 acres in total.
This role is based from the Isle of Grain in Kent, and you can enjoy our hybrid working from office and home. We are open to full time and part time applicants, as well as flexible working arrangements.