We are Lightsource bp - and we're on a mission to become a global leader in onshore renewables, anchored by our proven track record in solar development.
For over a decade we've been actively working to diversify the way our world is powered with sustainable and responsible renewable power. We work to safely deliver affordable, reliable, large-scale onshore renewable and energy storage solutions to help the world decarbonize.
Our growing business is constantly innovating and investing to help drive the energy transition. Our people and projects are focused on supporting long-term sustainable growth and energy security.
Lightsource bp was fully acquired by bp in 2024.
What You'll do
Summary
We're looking for a self-motivated, exceptional writer and communicator to join our Marketing & Communications team in the US.
Working cross-functionally with the US business to develop, plan and implement content and communication strategies for both in-house and external campaigns, the ideal candidate will demonstrate excellent writing and project management skills in working with stakeholders and team members to deliver under tight deadlines. Top candidates will be skilled at creating content that engages our diverse audiences and drives our business objectives.
Responsibilities:
Implement robust media and social media campaigns for the US business
Collaborating on and executing US media plans around announcement and media campaigns
Preparing presentations and other digital and print collateral
Deploying content through communication channels including USA website, social media, digital advertising, video marketing, email marketing, organic search (SEO), paid search (SEM), display ads
Managing speaking engagements and promoting Lightsource bp team members to present at key strategic industry related conferences and events
Writing stories for company intranet including those about US activities and accomplishments
Event management when associated with US communication campaigns or community relations initiatives
Monitoring and synthesizing media coverage
Collaborating with business units in the US to identify needs, translating this into content strategies and marketing plans that support business goals
Collaboratively working with other stakeholders, including bp, to ensure consistent delivery on messaging and maximizing channel output
Implementing and maintaining an effective reporting and tracking system to ensure targets, deadlines and budgets are continually reviewed
Continually developing new ideas for bright and engaging content to help us meet our corporate goals
Some administrative tasks associated with delivering projects such as raising purchase orders
Who we're looking for
Knowledge
An articulate writer who does not fear brevity
Strong presentation and communication skills
Consciousness around the changing trends in communication and how to continue creating engaging content for a variety of audiences
Ability to adapt and work in a highly diverse cultural environment with team members who are based in other locations or in the field
Practical and proactive problem solving by being able to interpret briefs and develop suitable solutions for stakeholders
A deep understanding of digital communication trends, tools and KPIs
Experience delivering and delivering both internal and external communication strategies
Demonstrated ability to leverage social media channels to effectively deliver marketing content
Experience leveraging digital marketing tools (SEO and digital advertising, including Google Ads, Google Analytics)
A general understanding of the solar/renewable industry a plus
Qualifications
Bachelor's degree preferred, along with significant experience in marketing and communications
A proven track record of marketing and communications success, with a varied and advanced marketing skill set
Journalism, professional copywriting and/or media relations experience preferred
Renewable energy industry experience is a plus
Experience
5+ years' experience in marketing, communications or similar field
5+ years' experience in writing copy and developing content across a broad range of collateral, including blogs, press releases, thought leadership articles and social media posts
Experience in developing and executing marketing campaigns, including SEO, digital advertising and social media marketing
Website content creation, management, and analytics (experience with WordPress)
Demonstrated graphic design experience a plus (Adobe suite)
Microsoft Office (Word, PowerPoint, Excel, SharePoint)
Why you'll make a great member of the team
Personal qualities
You enjoy being challenged by a variety of tasks-no day is the same
You are a talented writer whose portfolio demonstrates a passion for bringing stories to life
You are an innovator who is not afraid to pitch an idea and implement feedback
You can manage and collaborate with internal and external stakeholders to deliver projects to a high standard and to tight deadlines
You have a can-do mindset-always keen to roll up your sleeves and get into the detail where required
You are a team player, sensitive towards targets, goals and objectives of the Marketing & Communications team, as well as all other business units within Lightsource bp
We offer
Competitive compensation: $106,000 to $122,000 annually plus a discretionary 15% annual bonus.
Health, dental, prescription, and vision care for US team members starts on your first day of employment.
Retention bonuses
11 paid holidays
Four weeks of vacation and three weeks of sick leave annually.
401(k) plan, with a 3% nonelective employer contribution.
Hybrid working environment (Tuesday, Wednesday & Thursday in office, Monday and Friday remote)
Monthly personal phone bill reimbursement of up to $100 and a monthly commuter benefit of up to $150/month.
Why you'll want to work with us
Our company is a place where you can be yourself and grow - a place where your ideas and opinions matter.
Be you: We pride ourselves on being an inclusive community, where every individual is valued and treated with respect.
Be responsible: Our culture is driven by our core values. From operating safely to ensuring our solar projects are responsible and promote biodiversity.
Be recognized: Alongside a competitive salary, we offer a variety of benefits including annual bonus, retention bank, health insurance, pension, and other local benefits.
Be inspired: Join an agile, international team working across 15 countries to power the future and positively impact people, communities, ecosystems and biodiversity across the world.
Our core values: Lightsource bp truly cares about creating a sustainable future through safe, responsible and meaningful low-carbon energy projects. Our core values of Safety, Integrity, Respect, Sustainability and Drive are the guiding principles for everything we do.
We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, sex, gender, gender expression, sexual orientation, age, marital status, socioeconomic status, neurodiversity/neurocognitive functioning, veteran status or disability status. Individuals with disabilities may request a reasonable accommodation related to LSbp's recruiting process (e.g., accessing the job application, completing required assessments, participating in telephone screenings or interviews, etc.). If you would like to request an accommodation related to the recruitment process, please contact us to request accommodations.