Government Affairs - Glasgow, United Kingdom - Siemens Energy

Siemens Energy

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Glasgow, United Kingdom

3 weeks ago

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Tom O´Connor

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Experienced Professional

Government Affairs Specialist for Scotland

Location:
Scotland

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Shape the future of a growing business

Scotland has a special role in the UK energy transition as host to much of the UK's offshore & onshore wind, grid reinforcement and oil, and gas resources and a huge potential hydrogen industry. At Siemens Energy we want to strengthen and bring greater focus to our relationships with the Scottish government and other partners in Scotland.
We are looking to hire a Government Affairs professional with a focus on Scotland, who will be part of the Siemens Energy Government Affairs team. In this role you will influence and interpret energy policy in Scotland by building relationships with stakeholders, monitoring political developments, and gathering market intelligence.

You will report to the Head of Market and Government Affairs and will work closely with our business units throughout Scotland, to help develop strategies that will enable business opportunities and focus on market positioning.

Your responsibilities
- influence, monitor and report policy development particular to Scottish market;
- work on strategic investment model for future Scot wind development;
- supply chain focus for Scottish market including onshore sector deal representation;
- external representation of Siemens Energy for our markets

You will contribute by supporting our business teams in securing multi million to billion energy infrastructure and digitalization deals in Scotland
Working with the business to support the creation of unique selling points to achieve positive topline impact. Support regional public sector projects and cooperate closely with the global Government Affairs team
You will identify regulatory opportunities according to our business and innovation strategy in relevant political arenas.
You will engage and interact with external partners incl. government officials and major accounts, individually or jointly with regional leadership.
Be a thought leader, communicating publicly on the industry topics (articles, panels, media, debates) in both verbal and written form

What you Bring

You have a university degree in business administration, engineering, public policy, international relations and / or equivalent. An advanced degree (MBA, MPA) is a plus
As an expert you have at least 5 years of relevant experience in project / infrastructure business as well as leading international project teams. You have substantial experience in handling corporate government affairs on a senior level.
Due to your experience in public policy and international affairs you are able to give profound guidance on the geopolitical policies and interests in the region.
Knowledge and strong experience working with the Government and public sector in Scotland
Proven experience of strong advocacy skills to enhance value for Siemens Energy and possesses the ability to align internal and external interests to jointly create solutions and projects with many stakeholders involved.
Must be proficient in English.
Based in Scotland with frequent face to face meetings in Edinburgh, Glasgow and Aberdeen with occasional travel to Siemens Energy sites around the UK and Europe.

Who is Siemens Energy?
At Siemens Energy, we are more than just an energy technology company. We meet the growing energy demand across 90+ countries while ensuring our climate is protected.

With more than 92,000 dedicated employees, we not only generate electricity for over 16% of the global community, but we're also using our technology to help protect people and the environment.

Our global team is committed to making sustainable, reliable, and affordable energy a reality by pushing the boundaries of what is possible. We uphold a 150year legacy of innovation that encourages our search for people who will support our focus on decarbonization, new technologies, and energy transformation.

More insights
At Siemens Energy, we truly believe that diversity, equity, and inclusion increase creativity and value. Through diversity we innovate. We run on passion and compassion. Siemens Energy's combined creative energy is fueled by at least 130 nationalities. No matter what ethnic background, gender, age, religion, identity, or ability; we invite you to be your whole self.

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