Internal Communications and Engagement Partner

• Well respected UK Brand
• Owning internal communication strategy plan to execution
• Working closely with C suite team and internal departments shaping message and tone
• Be part of a collaborative team where you will have impact and make change
• Will suit regulated background
• Excellent package, benefits and working environment
•  Engaging people focused business within a growing sector

The Internal Communications and Engagement Partner is an important role within the business, with responsibility for developing, managing, and implementing appropriate colleague communications, to support a broad range of colleague communications including people led projects and programmes.

You will work closely with stakeholders across the HR team and wider business to develop and implement a joined up internal communications strategy and plan to support and drive the corporate colleague engagement action plans.

This is a hybrid role with offices based in Swindon, we will ideally be looking for the successful candidate to be based in the office 2-3 days a week, with the option to work from home the remainder of the time.

Overview

• Effective deployment of a wide variety of impactful communications internally, using a variety of media and resources. These communications will be required to support business goals and drive a strong internal culture and increase levels of colleague engagement and be relatable to all colleagues.
• Responsibility for the efficient deployment of creative content and messages, internally, consistent with company guidelines of presentation and tone.  This will require the day-to-day management of the internal communications plan, and close interaction with the HR team.
• Provide communications support across the business, and coach them in the effective delivery of departmental communications, including the development and implementation of re-useable templates and content where relevant.
• Work closely with the Chief People Officer and HR Business Partners, as well as, engagement and inclusions champions, to drive people engagement through internal communication.
• This is a partnering role, with responsibility for leading the shape of communications planning and delivering strong, effective content.
• You will be responsible for internal communications plan – effectively and efficiently deploying messages internally, across a range of appropriate channels

In addition, you should be:

• 5+ years proven internal communications marketing experience, preferably within Financial Services marketing.
• Experience of developing and implementing communications strategies either in the financial services or other regulated industries.
• Experience of thought leadership, in financial services.
• Understanding of a range of internal communications channels and how internal communications supports HR and commercial goals.
• Experience leading and managing high performing individuals, directly or through ‘virtual’ teams.
• CIM Diploma or equivalent preferred.
• Experience in engagement and/or change management, with a strong ability to lead and motivate team and implement change.
• Excellent communication and influencing skills.
• Proven copy writing and supplier management skills.
• Strong interpersonal skills for stakeholder management.

Next steps

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