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TenneT

Lead Communications

Arnhem

October 21, 2024

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Tenne T is a leading European grid operator. We are committed to providing a secure and reliable supply of electricity 24 hours a day, 365 days a year, while helping to drive the energy transition in our pursuit of a brighter energy future – more sustainable, reliable and affordable than ever before. Lighting the way ahead together. Our integrated Public Affairs and Communication unit brings forward Tenne T’s strategy by creating awareness among key stakeholders and by shaping relevant policies and public opinion in the areas of energy transition, secure supply, financial health and employee awareness. Our Communication Department is at the forefront of shaping our brand, engaging with stakeholders and employees, and ensures that or corporate messaging is consistent, impactful and aligned with our purpose, promise and principles. We understand the importance of effective communication both internally and externally.

Your contribution to Tenne T

We are seeking a passionate and inspiring Lead Corporate Communications in the Netherlands with a clear vision on strategic communication. You will play a crucial role in strengthening Tenne T’s positioning and reputation, both nationally and internationally. You are responsible for future-proof communication strategies covering key topics that bring forward Tenne T’s strategy. You are completely at ease in a position with a strong external orientation. You actively establish contacts and participate proactively in explorations to bring in external insights. You are the driving force behind the Corporate Communication team and also streamlining and organising the function itself and related communication deliverables, as well as setting priorities. Key to success is ensuring a high-performing team and fostering collaboration within and beyond the Public Affairs and Communications Unit. This role involves coaching and inspiring the team while actively contributing to daily activities across and outside Tenne T (around 60% of your time).

Internal and external communication
The Lead oversees strategic internal and external communication and ensures effective messaging by working with teams such as Political Affairs and Media Relations. Additionally, you take responsibility for managing Tenne T’s brand and reputation including positioning of our Executive Board. You are a hands-on, self-starting leader with strong presence and communication skills. Experience in a dynamic environment is essential for this role, which offers the chance to make a significant impact. The ideal candidate is a seasoned communications professional with strong leadership skills, exceptional written and verbal communication abilities, and substantial experience working with executive teams. You have an intrinsic drive for continuous improvement.

Role Objective

Lead one of the three essential teams within the new Communication Department structure to advance growth and excellence;
Foster a unified PUC mindset (One PUC) and ensure integrated and excellent operating processes in partnership with the management team of the Communication Department;
Translate the company’s strategy and goals into a comprehensive communication strategy and direct and guide positioning of C-suite executives;
Anticipate and navigate strategic and political developments, driving an integrated PUC approach with proactive communication initiatives;
Evolve Tenne T’s core strategic communication topics with corresponding frames and establish a state-of-the-art financial communication framework;
Advise PUC leaders, senior leadership, and C-suite executives on communication, positioning, and brand identity strategies;
Represent Tenne T externally and a dedicated connector and result oriented people manager reporting to the Head of Communication/Director PUC and deputy Head when needed.

Responsibilities

Facilitate the growth towards a high-performance team, collaborative, critical and pro-active management team member;
Structuring and organising communication deliverables, planning resources including suppliers and setting priorities. Quarterly monitoring and reporting on communication metrics to evaluate the effectiveness of communication efforts;
Develop, refine and lead the execution of the corporate communication strategy including strategic goals to ensure alignment with Tenne T’s strategy;
Lead the creation and execution of company positioning on different key topics including frame development and agenda setting;
Oversee the brand strategy and develop strategic guardrails for corporate identity and by regular stakeholder analyses and other qualitative insights, working closely together with Team Content & Brand;
Direct the creation of storylines, ensuring quarterly updates and easy accessible high-quality content;
Prevailing a clear and aligned strategic communication vision and advising on communication, positioning, and brand strategy (identity including leading and coaching an interdisciplinary team for strategy and story development.

Your profile and background

A university degree in communication or a related field, additional management and/or business training is a plus;
Minimum of 10 years’ experience in corporate communications, public relations or a related field;
Proven track record of developing and executing successful communication strategies including analytical assessments in corporate environments;
Experienced in bringing outside-in perspectives and aligning stakeholder needs to implement effective communication strategies;
Skilled in strategy, position papers and frames for agenda setting and navigating strategic priorities;
Excellent communicator and listener with writing and storytelling skills. Strong resource analyses and planning skills, budget and agency management abilities. Accustomed working with executive leadership;
Preferably a track record as a leader. Proven ability to lead, coach and develop high-performance teams, interdisciplinary teams and projects. Fosters a culture of continuous learning at team and unit level;
Goal-oriented, proactive, with an open, positive attitude, enthusiastic, passionate, takes initiative and ownership, shares new ideas, tests new formats and adaptable leadership style;
Languages: Dutch / English (other languages and/or international experience is a plus).

Our recruiting process

Our offer

We are family friendly and flexible

Health - your basis

Modern working environment

Attractive remuneration and social benefits

Personal development

Additional information

As of January 2025;
The weekly working time is 36 hours;
Type of contract is indefinite.

Salary

0 € - 10122 €

Tenne T is a leading European grid operator. We are committed to providing a secure and reliable supply of electricity 24 hours a day, 365 days a year, while helping to drive the energy transition in our pursuit of a brighter energy future – more sustainable, reliable and affordable than ever before. In our role as the first cross-border Transmission System Operator (TSO) we design, build, maintain and operate over 25,000 kilometres of high-voltage electricity grid in the Netherlands and large parts of Germany, and facilitate the European energy market through our 17 interconnectors to neighbouring countries. We are one of the largest investors in national and international onshore and offshore electricity grids, with a turnover of EUR 9.2 billion and a total asset value of EUR 45 billion. Every day our 8,300 employees take ownership, show courage and make and maintain connections to ensure that the supply and demand of electricity is balanced for over 43 million people.

Tenne T is an equal opportunity employer for ALL and is fully committed to the principles of equal employment opportunity to ensure that all applicants and employees are considered for recruitment, promotion and employment regardless of their ethnic origin, skin colour, religion or belief, gender, national origin, age, disability, sexual identity, marital/family status.

Lighting the way ahead together

We are family friendly and flexible

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