Communications Manager
12 Month Contract
Manchester Hybrid - 3 days in the office
Our life sciences client is looking for a Communications Manager to join them on a 12-month contract basis. This position, which reports to the Head of Corporate Affairs, UK, serves as a key link between leadership and employees, ensuring effective information flow, supporting change management, and fostering employee engagement.
The role collaborates closely with HR, site leadership teams, and regional/global communications functions to deliver cohesive messaging that supports their business objectives and organizational culture.
Accountabilities:
* Establish and maintain communication channels that effectively reach all employee segments across six UK sites
* Evaluate communication effectiveness through metrics and employee feedback
* Collaborate with site leaders to develop location-specific content that addresses unique needs while maintaining global and national brand consistency
* Support UK leadership teams with strategic communications planning and execution for key initiatives
* Provide communications support to leaders at all levels to enhance their effectiveness as communicators
* Design and implement communication frameworks that enable consistent messaging across diverse functional areas
* Create engaging, high-quality content across multiple formats (written, visual, audio-visual) that resonates with diverse employee audiences
Experience Required:
* Demonstrated success in developing and implementing communications strategies that drive employee engagement
* Experience in R&D/technical/scientific, agricultural, or chemical manufacturing environments strongly preferred
* Proven track record in change management communications
* Excellent writing, editing, and verbal communication skills with ability to adapt messaging for different audiences
* Proficiency in digital communication platforms, content management systems, and analytics tools
* Experience with audio-visual content production, including oversight of recording and editing processes
* Strong understanding of emerging communication technologies and channels
* Advanced skills in Microsoft Office suite and digital collaboration tools
To apply for this position please submit your CV.