Senior Communications Officer
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Position Overview & Specifications
Northern Ireland Electricity Networks (NIE Networks) is the owner of the electricity transmission and distribution networks in Northern Ireland, transporting electricity to 910,000 customers including homes, businesses and farms. NIE Networks is owned by ESB but operates as an independent organisation with its own Board and management teams and separate regulation via the Utility Regulator for Northern Ireland.
We are offering a unique opportunity to join a small dynamic and highly effective Communications Team. The Senior Communications Officer role is challenging but rewarding and will offer excellent opportunities to develop within the Communications profession. As Senior Communications Officer, you will support the Head of Communications and Stakeholder Engagement in the delivery of NIE Networks’ corporate communications plan across a range of communication strands.
For further information, the Candidate Briefing Document is available to download from the NIE Networks website.
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Salary: £35,000.00-£60,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- Additional leave
- Bereavement leave
- Company events
- Company pension
- Cycle to work scheme
- Employee mentoring programme
- Enhanced maternity leave
- Enhanced paternity leave
- Free flu jabs
- Free or subsidised travel
- On-site parking
- Paid volunteer time
- Referral programme
- Sick pay
- Wellness programme
Schedule:
- Monday to Friday
Supplemental pay types:
- Bonus scheme
Ability to commute/relocate:
- Belfast, BT9 5HT: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)
Experience:
- Public relations: 1 year (preferred)
Work Location: Hybrid remote in Belfast, BT9 5HT
Reference ID: NIE000278
Candidate Selection & Onboarding Process
Application & Resume Screening
Submit your tailored CV/Resume directly to the talent acquisition portal.
Technical & Competency Interviews
Virtual interviews with the hiring manager and multidisciplinary team.
Formal Offer & Benefits Negotiation
Written agreement outlining compensation, equity, retirement vesting, and relocation allowances.
Onboarding & Corporate Integration
Equipment provisioning, team orientation, and commencement of duties.
United Kingdom Right to Work & Skilled Worker Visa Guide
Employment in the United Kingdom requires legal Right to Work verified under the Home Office Points-Based Immigration System:
Sponsoring employers must hold an active Home Office A-rated Sponsor License and assign a valid Certificate of Sponsorship (CoS). Role must meet the general minimum salary threshold (£38,700) or occupation going rate.
Continuous employment under Skilled Worker status establishes eligibility for Indefinite Leave to Remain (ILR) after 5 continuous years, leading to British Citizenship.
Candidate Preparation Blueprint: Energy & Utilities
Based on transatlantic hiring benchmarks for Senior Communications Officer roles across NIE Networks's corporate sector, successful applicants typically excel across three core dimensions:
Demonstrated portfolio evidence, architecture/system design case studies, or validated professional certifications directly applicable to Energy & Utilities.
STAR method competency responses highlighting cross-functional leadership, conflict resolution, and delivering measurable enterprise ROI under tight timelines.
Total compensation expectation aligned within the benchmarked £35,000 - £60,000 bracket, including retirement vesting and health parity.
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