Grid Automation Communications Manager

Description :Seize this opportunity as a Communications Manager for Grid Automation (GA) , you will help position the business, facilitate strategy implementation, and shape reputation in line with Hitachi Energy guidelines and standards across our Business Units, as well as supporting our Global operation. You'll have experience in content strategy within a B2B marketing/communications environment with specific emphasis on energy and related verticals. You'll be familiar with effectively managing multiple projects to meet timely deadlines whilst collaborating effectively with all your stakeholders. Responsibilities include:Serve as a trusted member of the GA Communications team to work closely with our executives from across the business to develop communications strategies in support of their business goalsWork across the GA Marketing and Communications team in support of campaign.Media outreach and management of opportunities with trade publications, including briefings and coordination of editorial contentDevelop executive level presentations and content for internal and external audiencesEditorial input for all communication channels and content, including social mediaWorking with creative services and product marketing, prepare and coordinate various supporting materials for communication activities, e.g. videos, infographics, social mediaEnsure branding and visual identity in coordination with HE Comms on all the communication effortsParticipate in HE Comms-level global communications community, collaborating with peers, etc.Requirements:Minimum 8-12 years of relevant work experience and broad communications experienceMS or BA in marketing, communications, engineering, or related fieldKnowledge of the Energy industry strongly preferredOther Qualifications:Fluent in English language both spoken and writtenExcellent writing, editing and design skills across multiple channels:Demonstrated creative execution across the full range of communications media and formats (short-form, long-form, web, social, video, audio/podcasting, infographics, PPT presentations, executive speaking, webinars, etc.)Strong sense of integrated marketing communications framework and how to work effectively with different programs and channelsAbility to develop interesting stories from complex topicsExperience managing an agency (and/or prior agency experience)Experienced to work in a complex, international matrixed organizationStrong project management and time management skillsEffective interpersonal skills in active listening and rapport-building at multiple levels of decision makers, including executive and senior managementStrength in collaborating with executive leadership and other SMEs as a trusted advisorAbility to effectively manage multiple projects, stakeholders, and deadlinesHitachi Energy are pioneers in sustainable energy solutions at a time when it matters most. We place people at the heart of our business success so that together we innovate to transform our world.