Stakeholder Engagement Graduate

Power your future 

Our Graduate Programme is designed to give you broad real-life exposure, you’ll gain valuable hands-on experience that will help shape your future career and enable the UK’s transition to a low-carbon future. 

As you develop your knowledge and skills, you'll benefit from increased responsibility in preparation for the next stage of your professional journey. 

You will receive expert guidance from experienced colleagues and have structured development opportunities to equip you with the knowledge, experience, and capabilities required to build a successful career and progress into your permanent position within ScottishPower.

 

 

Where you'll be working 

SP Energy Networks keeps the electricity flowing to homes and businesses throughout Central and Southern Scotland, North Wales, Merseyside, Cheshire, and North Shropshire. The energy landscape is changing rapidly as the way our customers and communities generate, consume, and interact with energy evolves. Our role is to decarbonise our network through technology and innovation and to facilitate the UK's journey to Net Zero through electrification.

Your programme will be based within our Cyber or SPT Community Engagement & Sustainability business area where you'll engage with communities, regulators, and industry partners.

As part of a skilled team, you'll contribute to major infrastructure projects that are reshaping the UK's energy landscape. From community funding programmes to strategic communications, you'll gain hands-on experience in how we engage with the people and organisations that matter most to our mission. 

 

What you'll be doing 

As a Stakeholder Engagement Graduate, you will have a range of duties and tasks that will allow you to develop your skills and gain valuable experience across the industry. This will include:

• Stakeholder Mapping – Identify key players and shape engagement strategies 
• Community Engagement – Plan and run workshops, info sessions, and feedback events 
• Creative Communications – Craft newsletters, social posts, and digital content 
• Impact Assessments – Evaluate community-funded projects and their outcomes 
• Event Support – Represent SP Energy Networks at meetings and forums 
• Project Reporting – Track engagement and integrate feedback into decisions 
• Help build relationships with regulators, local authorities, and industry partners 
• Contribute to our sustainability and Net Zero communications initiatives 

 

What you'll bring

We're looking for graduates who are passionate about people and effective communication. You'll need: 

• An Honours Degree at a minimum of 2:2 (or equivalent) in Communications, Public Affairs, Media, or a related discipline 
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills with the ability to tailor messages for different audiences 
• A genuine interest in sustainability, clean energy, and community engagement 
• The ability to work effectively across teams and with external partners 
• Curiosity and a proactive approach to learning and problem-solving 
• Organisational skills and attention to detail when managing multiple activities 
• Confidence in representing the organisation at events and meetings 
• A focus on building respectful relationships with diverse communities 

 

What's in it for you 

This is more than just a graduate role—it's a launchpad for a rewarding career in Stakehholder Engagement. You'll benefit from: 

• Exposure to various aspects of Stakeholder Engagement
• Opportunities to shape the future electricity network
• Structured mentorship and professional development throughout the programme 
• A collaborative and inclusive work environment where diverse perspectives are valued 
• A career path aligned with innovation and sustainability 
• Gaining hands-on experience across both our office and site environments 

 

Why SP Energy Networks 

We're powering the journey to Net Zero. As one of the UK's key electricity network operators, we're upgrading infrastructure, embracing innovation, and helping communities transition to clean energy. 

You'll be part of a company that values diversity, equity, and sustainability - and invests in your growth every step of the way.