Our client is currently recruiting for a Senior Corporate Communications Advisor. The role will be based in Aberdeen and is offered on a 12 month PAYE contract basis.
ROLE
Leads on a variety of corporate communication campaigns and works closely with the corporate communications manager to deliver the internal and external communication strategy.
RESPONSIBILITIES
Provides advice and support on communication issues as appropriate and in line with corporate and UK strategy and messaging
Responsible for developing strategies for internal communications, including planning and implementation for a variety of channels, projects and initiatives
Ensures fast and consistent deployment of communication campaigns across the business and tracks and measures success
Responsible for the in-house email newsletter – managing the editorial content, coordinating drafts, writing articles, laying out the newsletter and coordinating distribution
Chairs the UK CSR Committee and manages the annual CSR programme and quarterly community fund
Participates in emergency response planning, training and any related media response
Prepares speeches, presentations and written articles for the leadership team
Continually develops professional expertise through professional development and effective networking to maintain an awareness and knowledge of contemporary corporate communication issues
REQUIREMENTS
Essential
Relevant degree or an equivalent combination of education and experience
Previous experience within a communications environment, with specific experience and knowledge of corporate communication tools and strategy
Proven ability to communicate and influence via written media and through presentation to a variety of audiences
Ability to develop and maintain effective relationships across a diverse range of individuals and organisations
Up to date knowledge of communications best practice
Additional Skills/Requirements
Excellent English language skills and copywriting skills
Strong working knowledge of all aspects of internal communications
IT literate: Office 365 (Teams, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, SharePoint, Viva Engage) to intermediate level. Experience of graphic design packages advantageous
Must reside close to Aberdeen to provide effective emergency response support and attend evening and weekend activities
Highly accurate with good attention to detail
Self-motivated and proactive forward planner with ability to drive a project from conception to completion
Creative thinker with the ability to introduce new concepts and ideas