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The world is changing fast and Shell is changing, too – not only to keep up with the external pace, but also to anticipate and shape a different future. The Corporate Relations function will deliver value by supporting our strategy and sectoral approach and improving policy and advocacy outcomes. We will bring the outside in and secure and drive Shell’s reputation and values. Drawing on a strong base of professional excellence, we aspire to be best-in-class at achieving integrated outcomes through effective engagement and communication with external and internal stakeholders.

This role works in a team of corporate communications advisers who develop and implement communication strategies for the organisation to ensure that unified, consistent, and positive messages define and promote the corporate identity and Shell’s mission to deliver Powering Progress, through the frame of the Corporate Reputation Plan and associated activities.

This role is an excellent development opportunity for a communications professional who has good integration skills and can collaborate across the function to develop an aligned view on priorities and focus areas for Shell at the corporate level. The accountabilities will develop as we transform in the years to come.

Where you fit in
This role sits at the heart of the Global Corporate Communications team which is tasked with helping to shape the way Shell shows up in the public sphere. The Corporate Communications Advisor works in an integrated team of five who report to the Corporate Communications Manager.

What’s the role?

The Corporate Communications Advisor is accountable for:

• Helping to manage the overall positioning of the company as we navigate our way through the energy transition (and all associated challenges)
• Assisting in the delivery of the Corporate Reputation Plan to embed reputation at a company level, working closely with others across CR and other functions including Investor Relations and Strategy
• Collaborating on the delivery of Executive Committee (EC) reputation schedule (in particular helping to shape and deliver senior leaders’ programme of activities throughout the year) This includes helping to deliver CEO/CFO engagement strategies, working with others as appropriate
• Contribute to driving quality reputation management through the function (in line with the Shell Reputation Standard) including assisting the delivery of Corporate (Reputation) Risk Management Process and implementation Identification and management of reputation risks and coordination of related content (Reputation Book)
• Supporting the delivery of corporate events such as Strategy Day’s and the annual AGM and partner with P&A for reputation and communications support for external activities such as Davos and UN climate week
• Support the development of corporate campaigns and effective content in support of our core content themes
• Providing corporate communication support and disclosure for corporate functions as required

What we need from you?

• A strategic, creative, dynamic and collaborative communications professional and an active self-starter who is quick to learn
• A corporate communication all-rounder; someone who can adapt to the many needs placed on a strong corporate communications team
• Ability to become a thought partner for colleagues across the business and functions.
• Ability to develop strong, trusted relationships with colleagues across Shell in both business and country roles
• Experience in drafting / writing content briefs and communications plans
• Experience of working with Creative Solutions
• A curiosity to identify opportunities for communications using insights to inform decision making
• A learner mindset: being a role model in your levels of curiosity and being able to learn from your mistakes and successes
• Event management
• Enable your best possible performance by collaborating and working across teams to achieve maximum commercial value for Shell as a whole

We are keen to support flexible working arrangements, subject to local regulations and legislative frameworks. If this is of interest to you, please describe in your application the type of flexible working arrangements for which you would like to be considered (e.g. part-time, job share).

About Shell in UK

Shell is an international energy company that aims to meet the world’s growing need for more and cleaner energy solutions in ways that are economically, environmentally, and socially responsible. It is one of the world’s largest independent energy companies, operating in more than 70 countries.

Shell has a global target to become a net zero emissions energy business by 2050. This means that Shell aims to be net zero on all emissions generated by its operations and the energy needed to power them. The company is working with customers, business, and governments to address emissions across different sectors.

In March 2022, Shell UK announced an ambition to invest between £20 to £25 billion in the UK energy system over the next decade, more than 75% of which is intended for low and zero-carbon products and services including offshore wind, hydrogen, and electric mobility. These investments, which are subject to board approval, aim to propel the UK closer to net zero whilst intending to stimulate economic growth and jobs.

Our people are our greatest asset, and our commitment to your career will see you thrive in a work environment that offers an industry-leading development programme. When your ideas travel, Shell will benefit, and innovation will thrive. Shell has a key role to play in helping meet the UK’s growing energy demand, whilst using innovative technologies to develop cleaner energy. We are one of the largest FTSE 100 company in the UK by market capitalisation and make a significant contribution to the UK economy.

An innovative place to work

There’s never been a more exciting time to work at Shell.

Join us and you’ll be adding your talent and imagination to a business with the ambition to shape the future – whether by investing in oil, gas, and renewable energy to meet demand, exploring new ways to store energy, or developing technology that helps the world to use energy more efficiently, everyone at Shell does their part.

An inclusive place to work

To power progress, we need to attract and develop the brightest minds and make sure every voice is heard. Here are just some of the ways we are nurturing an inclusive environment – one where you can express your ideas, extend your skills, and reach your potential.

• We’re creating a space where people with disabilities can excel through transparent recruitment process, workplace adjustments and ongoing support in their roles. Feel free to let us know about your circumstances when you apply, and we’ll take it from there.
• We’re closing the gender gap – whether that’s through action on equal pay or by enabling more women to reach senior roles in engineering and technology.
• We’re striving to be a pioneer of an inclusive and diverse workplace, promoting equality for employees regardless of sexual orientation or gender identity.
• We consider ourselves a flexible employer and want to support you finding the right balance. We encourage you to discuss this with us in your application.

A rewarding place to work

Combine our creative, collaborative environment and global operations with an impressive range of benefits and joining Shell becomes an inspired career choice.

We’re huge advocates for career development. We’ll encourage you to try new roles and experience new settings. By pushing people to reach their potential, we frequently help them find skills they never knew they had, or make career moves they never thought possible.

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