Global Internal Communications Manager–Grid Automation

Location:

London, London, United Kingdom

Job ID:

R0130339

Date Posted:

2026-05-12

Company Name:

HITACHI ENERGY UK LIMITED

Profession (Job Category):

Communications & Corporate Affairs

Job Schedule: 

Full time

Remote:

No

Job Description:

Hitachi Energy is seeking a Global Internal Communications Manager for its Grid Automation Business Unit. If you are passionate about storytelling, employee engagement, change management, and content creation, we want to hear from you! You will be responsible for creating and managing a key part of the Grid Automation communications program to support business communications, partnering with executives, businesses, and functions. You will develop the plan, execute across all internal channels, and measure what you do.  

The successful candidate will be a highly collaborative and transparent individual working internally across the team and corporate partners. An innovative approach to proactively develop opportunities for building internal communications, driving content, and the ability to operate in a highly dynamic environment will be key to success. At the core are driving activities to support employee engagement. 

How you'll make an impact:

• Create and execute strategic internal communications plans for Grid Automation teams.

• Manage communications around transformation initiatives, including change management initiatives. Oversee rollout and localization of global communications initiatives and change management plans.

• Connect with the greater internal comms network and drive Hitachi communication activities for Business Units.

• Create engaging written and visual messaging on behalf of executives to motivate and inspire employees, including videos, town halls, and announcements.

• Write news articles, posts, blogs, and announcements for various internal and external channels, including Viva Engage.

• Build an operational base of work to build internal capabilities, including templates for communications activities, including Town Halls, org announcements, etc.

• Provide onsite communication support for executives at corporate and employee events, as needed.

• Consult and coach various teams on best practices of writing and storytelling

• Provide trusted counsel to key executives

Background:

• Proven years of professional experience in internal and/or organizational communications, ideally with an interest in energy and technology  

• Experience with cross-functional communications and a focus on internal editorial content (blogs, branding, web, social, etc.)

• Experience working in a global, highly- matrixed organization  

• Solid understanding of digital communications channels and tools

• Proven exceptional writing/editing and oral communication skills (writing samples will be requested)

• Ability to define and analyze relevant metrics in dealing with different stakeholders

• Video or multimedia experience

• Energy and digital business knowledge or relevant experience in our market sectors

More about us:

Hitachi Energy is dedicated to fostering an inclusive workplace where every team member can thrive and contribute their unique perspectives and skills. We provide competitive salaries, flexible working hours, professional development opportunities, and a supportive work environment that encourages growth and innovation through career development programs and Employee Resource Groups (ERGs). Specific benefits depend on the location and will be communicated during the interview process. Applications are open until [insert date]. Ready to make an impact? Apply now and join us to inspire the next era of sustainable energy!

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