Join us as we work to unlock the value of offshore wind! JERA Nex bp is a new joint venture between JERA, Japan’s largest power generation company, and bp, one of the world’s leading energy companies. Established to unlock the potential of offshore wind across the globe, our talented team, exciting pipeline and solid capital commitment give us the potential to become one of the world’s most successful offshore wind companies. We entered the market with a portfolio of operational and development assets, alongside the resources, capabilities and resilience to deliver offshore wind energy at scale. Why this role matters You’ll be building the internal communications function of a brand-new company at the forefront of the global energy transition. The Internal Communications Lead will directly shape how employees experience, understand, and engage with JERA Nex bp’s mission and leadership during its formative years. The successful candidate will navigate the unique complexities of a joint venture with a global footprint, providing hands-on support for executive communications and leading initiatives that reinforce our mission in the rapidly evolving energy sector. In this role you will : This is a wide-ranging role, one the successful candidate will be able to shape as they build our internal communications function from the ground up. There’s a lot to do, but you’ll be supported by the Head of Communications and SVP, Communications, Public Affairs & Sustainability, alongside HR and Transition leads. As we build our company, here are the areas you’ll be focused on. Internal Communications Strategy & Planning Design and deliver JERA Nex bp’s internal communications strategy, ensuring alignment with business priorities and culture development to create clarity during transformation. Establish and manage core communications channels (intranet, newsletters, town halls, leadership updates, digital platforms). Develop content plans that ensure consistent messaging across multiple employee groups and geographies. Executive & Leadership Communications Provide strategic counsel and hands-on support to the SVP, Head of Communications and senior leaders on all internal messaging. Shape leadership visibility strategies to foster trust, alignment, and engagement. Draft and edit high-impact communications, including company-wide announcements, executive emails, leadership talking points, and presentations for town halls and internal events. Change & Culture Communications Partner with HR and Transition leaders to shape and drive communications for change management initiatives (e.g. organizational design, integration and transformation programs) helping to guide employees through periods of transformation. Develop and manage communications programs designed to establish and embed the new JERA Nex bp culture, fostering a sense of shared purpose and identity. Facilitate transparent, two-way communication to build employee trust and engagement. Employee Engagement & Content Development Deliver creative, accessible communications that bring complex technical and strategic information to life for all audiences. Own and manage all internal communication channels, including the intranet, newsletters, and collaboration platforms (e.g., Viva Engage, Teams). Produce compelling content that connects employees across multiple locations with diverse professional backgrounds to JERA Nex bp’s vision, values and strategy. Measurement & Continuous Improvement Define KPIs and metrics for internal communications effectiveness, regularly reporting outcomes to leadership. Recommend improvements to channels, tools, and messaging based on data and employee feedback. Establish content calendars and measurement frameworks to track the effectiveness of communications and inform future strategy. To be successful in the role you will bring : Strong candidates will combine strategic acumen with hands-on delivery, and: 8 years of professional experience in internal communications, change communications and/or employee engagement (in-house or consultancy). Demonstrated success designing and implementing internal communication strategies in complex, matrixed, or global organisations. Experience shaping and delivering leadership messaging, change communications, and culture development programs. Strong multi-channel storytelling skills – able to simplify complexity. Hands-on delivery capability. Experience with a variety of internal communication channels and digital platforms. Energy sector or technical industry experience is a plus, but not essential. What you can expect from us: Working at JERA Nex bp means being part of a global leader in offshore wind, where innovation, collaboration, and sustainability drive everything we do. You’ll enjoy: A collaborative and inclusive work culture, with space for team-building and social activities Flexible working hours and the opportunity to work from home, with regular in-person connection Opportunities for career growth and professional development in a fast-growing international company. As we build our company, we are driven by: Care for each other and our world – we leave egos at the door, are inclusive, collaborative and open to new ideas A spirit of ingenuity - we are pioneers and innovators making the impossible possible A commitment to unlocking value from offshore wind – we aim to make offshore wind sustainable, affordable and accessible to the countries & communities we serve. About JERA Nex bp JERA Nex bp is a purpose-built offshore wind company committed to unlocking the power of offshore wind by developing high-quality, competitive projects. A 50:50 joint venture between JERA Co. and bp, JERA Nex bp is an end-to-end developer, owner and operator with more than fifteen years of experience in operating offshore wind projects. Headquartered in London, with offices across Europe, Asia, US and Australia, JERA Nex bp has a portfolio of operational and development projects across nine countries, and draws on a rich heritage of pioneering offshore wind in Asia Pacific and the North Sea.