Cadent Gas Ltd – Shape the communications that inform, engage and protect our network. As our Communications Business Partner, you’ll play a key role in shaping how Cadent communicates across the North London Network. This permanent role works closely with network leadership and colleagues across Communications and External Affairs.
Key responsibilities
* Lead proactive media relations, manage issues and crisis communications to protect and enhance Cadent’s reputation.
* Act as a trusted communications advisor to senior leaders, shaping how strategic priorities and change are communicated.
* Design and deliver integrated communication campaigns across multiple channels, ensuring impact and measurable outcomes.
* Lead and support communications activity during operational incidents, providing calm, clear and effective messaging.
* Build strong relationships with journalists, stakeholders and partners to support proactive and reactive communications.
* Deliver engaging internal communications that connect colleagues to our vision, priorities and culture.
* Champion Cadent’s tone of voice, brand standards and communications best practice across the network.
Qualifications
* Proven experience in corporate, external and internal communications, media relations including crisis management.
* Ability to analyse complex issues and translate them into clear, practical communications plans.
* Confidence producing high‑quality, engaging content across a range of channels and audiences.
* Strong interpersonal skills and ability to challenge, influence and advise senior leaders.
* Ability to manage competing priorities and deliver at pace in a fast‑moving environment.
* Creative flair for developing innovative communication solutions.
* Educated to degree level or equivalent, with a recognised communications qualification or relevant experience.
Benefits
* Company car provided.
* UK driving licence required.
* 1‑in‑4 standby rota providing on‑call media support across all Cadent networks.
* Annual bonus.
* Pension scheme double matched up to a total of 18% of salary.
* 25 days holiday plus statutory days, and an option to buy more.
* An extra day off each year to celebrate life’s special moments.
* Career development with funded learning options.
* Flexible working and strong equity, diversity & inclusion commitments.
* Generous family policies and flexible benefits.
* Retail discounts, gym access, and more.
We value diversity and are committed to being an equitable employer. Our employee communities – Women in Cadent, Pride at Work (LGBTQ+), Embrace (ethnicity and religion), Thrive! (disability), the Cadent Military Community, the Grief Awareness Community, and the Men’s Engagement Network – can’t wait to welcome you!
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