Internal Communications Specialist
Day Rate: £300 per day Umbrella
Duration: 3 months initially
Location: Durrington, West Sussex - working in a hybrid model with a mix of onsite and remote working, plus occasional travel to other locations.
We are currently recruiting for an Internal Communications Specialist to join our utilities client within their Content & Channels team.
This is a hands‑on delivery role where you'll be expected to hit the ground running and make an immediate impact, supporting the delivery of business‑critical communications across key internal channels.
Role
You'll join a small, busy internal Communications team, working in a hybrid model with a mix of onsite and remote working, plus occasional travel to other locations.
Responsibilities
* Day‑to‑day ownership of creating, managing and publishing content across core internal platforms
* Writing, editing and publishing content on SharePoint (news, updates, campaigns)
* Managing content across Microsoft Teams and Viva Engage
* Supporting the planning and delivery of Teams town halls and live events
* Creating clear, engaging communications for both frontline and office‑based colleagues
* Advising stakeholders on the most effective channels, formats and timing
* Delivering high‑quality communications at pace to support operational priorities
* Ensuring all content is accessible and on‑brand
* Maintaining content calendars and ensuring channels run smoothly
* Using judgment to flag risk, issues and opportunities for improvement
About You
You'll be an experienced Internal Communications professional who is confident working in a fast‑paced environment and comfortable operating independently.
Requirements
* Proven experience in Internal Communications, ideally within a large or complex organisation
* Excellent writing skills – clear, engaging and practical
* Strong hands‑on experience with SharePoint as an internal comms platform
* Solid experience using Microsoft Teams, including supporting live events/town halls
* Experience using Viva Engage (or Yammer) for employee engagement
* Confidence working with a wide range of stakeholders, including senior leaders
* Strong organisational skills, with the ability to prioritise and deliver quickly
* A pragmatic, delivery‑focused mindset with minimal need for supervision
Desirable Experience
* Background in regulated, operational or infrastructure environments
* Knowledge of accessibility and internal communications best practice
The Adecco Group UK & Ireland is an Equal Opportunities Employer.
#J-18808-Ljbffr