Senior Colleague Communication and Engagement Manager

Senior Colleague Communication and Engagement Manager Warwick/Hybrid (+ Ad hoc travel to London) 6 Month Contract Are you an innovative communicator with a passion for fostering engagement and cultural change? Our client is on the lookout for a dynamic Senior Colleague Communication and Engagement Manager to lead and elevate colleague communications within the Electricity Transmission (ET) sector. This newly created role is your opportunity to make a real impact in a vibrant organization! What You'll Do: As the Senior Colleague Communication and Engagement Manager, you will play a pivotal role in defining and executing the communications strategy across the ET business. Your mission? To inspire our colleagues and bring our purpose, vision, and values to life through compelling storytelling. • Lead the Charge: Manage a talented team of communications specialists while engaging with senior executives to drive leadership engagement and foster a culture of transparency. • Craft Strategic Communications: Develop, deliver, and measure strategic employee communications that resonate with our workforce. Your creativity will shape how we communicate our ambitions and values! • Collaborate and Inspire: Work closely with teams across the organisation to ensure consistent messaging and drive impactful campaigns that truly engage our colleagues. • Crisis Ready: Be on the front lines of employee communications during operational issues, providing strategic counsel and content that reassures and informs. We are seeking a seasoned communication professional with: • Experience: Proven track record in employee communication and change management within complex organisations, preferably at a senior level. • Leadership Skills: Strong ability to lead, motivate, and develop internal communications teams. • Strategic Mindset: Experience in crafting and executing communications plans, including those for major change initiatives. • Crisis Communications Expertise: Solid background in managing company-wide announcements and navigating crisis communications. Key Attributes: • Exceptional Writing Skills: Ability to translate complex business materials into engaging and clear communications. • Influencer: A natural communicator who can sensitively manage announcements and build trust with senior executives. • Proactive Problem Solver: A self-starter who thrives in a fast-paced environment and can manage competing issues while aligning with strategic goals. • Digital Savvy: Strong understanding of digital tools to enhance internal communications. How to Apply: Ready to embark on this exciting journey? Click the 'Apply Now' button and submit your resume along with a brief cover letter outlining your relevant experience and why you would be the perfect fit for our team. We can't wait to meet you! Pontoon is an employment consultancy. We put expertise, energy, and enthusiasm into improving everyone's chance of being part of the workplace. We respect and appreciate people of all ethnicities, generations, religious beliefs, sexual orientations, gender identities, and more. We do this by showcasing their talents, skills, and unique experience in an inclusive environment that helps them thrive. If you require reasonable adjustments at any stage, please let us know and we will be happy to support you. We use generative AI tools to support our candidate screening process. This helps us ensure fair, consistent, and efficient experience for all applicants. Rest assured, all final decisions are made by our hiring team, and your application will be reviewed with care and attention.