Workforce Coordinator

SP Energy Networks (SPEN) are working to achieve network targets set by the Scottish and UK Government as part of our journey to Net Zero. Our focus is on harnessing technology and innovation to create the networks of the future. SPEN is building a dynamic network to meet the changing demands for electricity and increasingly, renewable electricity – safely, securely and sustainably in the communities we serve.

As a vital part of SPEN, the Workforce Co-Ordinator supports and promotes the Workforce Renewal Team by managing key talent pipelines. They work closely with internal corporate teams (People, Learning, Recruitment and Early Careers) as well as various external bodies (schools, colleagues, universities, external groups and training providers) across Scotland, England & Wales to identify relevant events to promote our opportunities.

What you’ll be doing

As a Workforce Co-Ordinator, you will be:

• Leading on projects and initiatives by collaborating with internal & external stakeholders and partners, to support the annual recruitment strategy.
• Raising awareness internally of Workforce Development programmes, initiatives, and strategy.
• Promoting Trainee opportunities at industry events, awards, and social media platforms (inc. content creation, testimonials, achievements, blogs, newsletters, etc.).
• Creating and maintaining and events calendar for outreach and recruitment activities in schools, colleges, universities, and other relevant organisations.
• Liaising with other business functions to organise and plan annual events and awards.
• Co-ordinating and attending community and STEM events throughout Scotland, England and Wales in partnership with others.
• Reporting events and attendance for regulatory reporting commitments.
• Developing and maintaining internal and external stakeholder relationships such as business leaders, managers, schools, colleges, universities, external bodies, training providers, Armed Forces and the like.
• Responsibility for ordering, creating and updating digital & physical materials for promotional events.
• Benchmarking with Distribution Network Operators & Contractors to share ideas and best practice.
• What you’ll bring

To be successful, as a minimum you will have:

Strong communication and coordination skills.

• Presentation and organisational skills.
• Full UK Driving Licence.
• Flexibility to attend events in the UK across a calendar year (e.g. London, Birmingham / UK wide)
• Flexible approach to working hours.
• Experience in pro-active networking, including stakeholder engagement with external organisations.
• Relevant experience relating to event planning.
• Experience in organisational, project management and planning skills.

The following skills and experience are advantageous:

• Proficiency in the development, documentation, and communication of event plans.
• Highly developed organisational, project management and planning skills.
• Evidence of pro-active networking, including engagement with external organisations and events.
• Demonstrated business acumen and analytical skills for effective and efficient problem solving.
• Highly developed communication skills with the ability to positively influence at varying levels.
• Ability to produce engaging, and clear communications through a variety of communication channels.
• High degree of self-motivation & enthusiasm.
• Highly developed multitasking and task prioritisation skills.
• Ability to deliver to challenging performance metrics and conflicting goals.
• Demonstrate an ability to work with, develop and where necessary coach and mentor others.  

What’s in it for you 

As well as a competitive salary which is reviewed annually, you can also enjoy a number of other benefits. With our pension scheme, we’ll double match your contribution up to a company contribution of 10%. 

At ScottishPower, we believe it’s the little things we do in life that make a big difference. From helping you look after your family’s wellbeing, save for your future and take personal steps for climate action – our benefits are designed to help you do just that - so that you have everything you need to take care of your world – today and tomorrow.

That’s why our benefits include:

• 36 days annual leave
• Holiday Purchase – perfect your work/life balance with extra annual leave
• Share Purchasing Schemes
• Payroll Giving and Charity Matched Funding
• Technology Vouchers – save more and spread the cost of your technology purchases
• Electric Vehicle Schemes – to help you transition to green/clean driving
• Cycle to Work scheme and Public Transport Season Ticket Loans
• Healthcare benefit options including: Dental Insurance, Private Medical Insurance, Health Cash Plan and annual Health Assessments
• Life Assurance (4x salary)
• Access to Savesmart financial wellbeing support
• Plus shopping, leisure, restaurant and gym discounts, and unique employee deals on travel insurance and more
• Why SP Energy Networks

SP Energy Networks is part of the Iberdrola Group, one of the world’s largest integrated utility companies and a world leader in wind energy. We keep electricity flowing to homes and businesses through Central and Southern Scotland, North Wales and in the North West of England. We operate over 4000km of cables and overhead lines that make-up the transmission network – connecting infrastructure like wind farms into the electricity system. It’s a role that puts us right at the heart of Scotland’s ambition to be Net Zero by 2044. And we’re taking it very seriously. We’re investing >£5.5 billion into our transmission network, directly supporting the rapid growth needed in renewable energy. With diverse opportunities across our businesses and a commitment to invest in our own internal talent, ScottishPower can offer people real career opportunities that meet personal and professional goals, in a global organisation.

Inclusion, diversity, and a social purpose are at the heart of everything we do. Together with our values, they bring us together into a stronger, more sustainable business with direct links to the communities we serve. It takes all kinds of people to build a large-scale business like ours, so whatever your background, you’ll fit right in.

We are committed to providing reasonable support or adjustments in our recruiting processes for candidates with disabilities, long term conditions, mental health conditions, or who are neurodivergent or require pregnancy-related support.

Mobility

Please note that any applicant who is not a citizen of the country of the vacancy will be subject to compliance with the applicable immigration requirements to legally work in that country. If/when required, the Company will support the employee with the necessary Immigration requirements.

Important:

Advert will close at 23:59 GMT the day before Job Posting End Date below

Salary starting from £36,120 per annum plus excellent benefits

Flexible Hybrid Working

Closing Date: 28 October 2024