Communications Manager - Maternity cover

Responsibilities

• Develop and deliver business as usual multi-media communications using defined channels for example regular newsletters, Town Halls and internal social media.
• Drive internal employee engagement through developing and sharing local relatable content through appropriate channels.
• Maintain and develop standard account channels for example, administration of relevant online spaces, Teams, SharePoint etc.
• Act as the communications consultant to countries/ sites needing support with specific materials and communication frameworks.
• Train and educate colleagues as required on communication tools and approach.
• Maintain standard account communication materials.
• Partner with the client’s communications specialists to develop and implement joint strategic plan.
• Planning and delivering awareness/ adoption campaigns for client strategic projects which may include managing the impact of changes to people, ways of working, and the delivery of services
• PR: Deliver approved internal and external awards submissions and external social media content.
• Be the point of contact for crisis communication and liaise with key stakeholders.

Requirements

• Minimum of 5 years’ experience of internal/corporate/consumer/client communications and/or marketing, either in-house or agency, ideally working within a complex multinational environment
• Professional or higher qualification in internal communications or corporate communications
• Excellent command of English language with strong editorial e.g., writing for the web, sub-editing with attention to detail and an eye for a good story, content creation and digital experience
• Experience in communications support for complex change programmes and employee transfer
• Experience of developing and executing multi-media communications according to plan
• Creative flair to develop engaging communications through a wide range of tools and channels
• International travel and overnight stays may be required
• To attend meetings and training courses as requested

Preferred

• Desired knowledge of the FM / Service Solutions industries

Benefits

• 20+ Sodexo benefits such as Sodexo retirement plan, discounts to over 1,900 brands to shop online, Gym discount to maintain a healthy lifestyle, a confidential 24/7 employee assistance programme providing independent support to overcome whenever life has its obstacles including emotional support, legal and financial advice.