Community Liaison Officer

Job Description:

The Community Liaison Officer will serve as the primary point of contact between the company and local communities affected by their solar, onshore wind, and Battery Energy Storage System (BESS) projects. The successful candidate will foster positive relationships, address community concerns, and ensure transparent communication throughout the development process.

Responsibilities

1. In conjunction with project managers, lead and coordinate engagement with stakeholders relevant to each project, including MPs, MSPs, Councillors, Community Councils and groups, and press.
2. Lead reporting and evaluation of project communications activities including initially supporting project managers with development of project communications strategy, then reviewing weekly status, monthly summary reports to ensure agencies are delivering against agreed objectives, timelines, and agreed budgets
3. Establish and ‘own’ the central communications calendar ensuring it is kept up to date with project communications milestones, industry events and parliamentary activity.
4. Coordinate and copy edit the production of project specific communications materials including consultation event materials, FAQs, media materials and website updates
5. Project manage production of marketing materials including branded collateral using the GSC brand guidelines and briefing external suppliers as required
6. Monitor and regularly update the LinkedIn page
7. Regularly review industry news, national media and competitor communications activity to understand trends within the sector then use insights to strengthen project communications output.

Requirements

Education: Bachelor’s degree in Communications, Public Relations, Environmental Studies, or related field.

Experience:

3+ years in community engagement, public relations, or similar roles.

Experience in the renewable energy sector is a plus.

Skills:

Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.

Ability to manage multiple stakeholders and resolve conflicts.

Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.