Internal Communications Manager

Job description

Internal Communications Manager 

Base Location: Watford or Reading

The KPMG Corporate Affairs & Marketing function is a cornerstone of our UK business. Operating from 20 UK locations and sitting with KPMG Central Services we do work that matters. 

Within Central Services we are part of a community of experts across a wide range of critical activities who help grow, run, and protect KPMG in the UK.

From HR and Learning, Finance, Procurement, Facilities and Business Support, through to Risk and Legal, Corporate Affairs, Internal Communications and Sales and Marketing, our approach is focused on driving the improved performance of the firm, which we support with diligence and expertise.

KPMG is one of the world's largest and most respected consultancy businesses, we've supported the UK through times of war and peace, prosperity and recession, political and regulatory upheaval. We've proudly stood beside the institutions and businesses which make the UK what it is.

Why Join KPMG as an Internal Communications Manager

This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced communicator looking to take the next step in their career. We are seeking someone with IC business partnering experience, who is used to managing communications projects and who is happy rolling their sleeves up to get the job done. Our ideal candidate is comfortable working with senior executives as well as writing for all media.

What will you be doing?

This is an Internal Communication (IC) Manager role working alongside a more senior IC business partner. The role will support a specific part of the business. You will work closely with the business partner to identify, plan, draft, deliver and measure communications for multiple internal audiences.

 Responsibilities:

• Identify the communication needs of the specific part of the business you’ll be supporting and contribute to and implement the communication plan - creating key messages, writing, editing and measuring content
• Advise the business on optimal ways of communicating and help devise campaign activities to communicate the business strategy
• Project management, including leading the planning and execution of events that increase engagement with leaders and colleagues, such as roadshows, town halls and leadership briefings
• Manage creative/production briefs, working alongside in-house and external suppliers, including our broadcast studio
• Work closely with colleagues in the broader Corporate Affairs & Marketing s team to align leadership messages and activities, and take into account the wider communications agenda.

What will you need to do it?

• Track record of delivering impactful communications in a fast-paced and complex environment
• Excellent influencing skills and able to build relationships with all colleagues
• Experience of planning and delivering communications events, such as town halls and leadership briefings
• Knowledge of key communication channels and content development, including intranet, film and digital
• Good knowledge of how to add true value as a communications professional, making a solid contribution to the success of the business
• A team player who is used to working collaboratively but also is very self motivated and proactive
• Ability to manage a number of tasks and respond to ever-changing priorities

Skills we’d love to see/Amazing Extras: 

• Internal Communications experience gained from within a ‘Big 4’ consultancy, mid-tier firm or professional services environment

To discuss this or wider Central Services roles with our recruitment team, all you need to do is apply, create a profile, upload your CV and begin to make your mark with KPMG.

Find out more:

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