Overview
In this role you drive corporate communications for Canon EMEA, shaping internal and external messaging to align with the corporate narrative and governance. You partner with senior stakeholders to deliver integrated strategies across channels, strengthening brand reputation and employee engagement. You’ll manage reputation, thought leadership and change communications at scale, collaborating across a matrix organisation. This is a high-impact role for someone who thrives on cross-functional influence and delivering measurable outcomes.
Pay / Benefits
- hybrid working
- flexible hours
- personal holiday (minimum 25 days)
- pension scheme
- Can on product discounts up to 38%
- professional development
Responsibilities
- Lead and deliver the Regional Sales Headquarters (RHSQ) and EMEA-wide internal communications programme aligned to business priorities and culture
- Develop strategic communications plans and audience engagement approaches translating complex information into clear, impactful content
- Create leadership communications, announcements, change communications, executive briefings, Q&As and internal campaigns
- Provide expert guidance to leaders, HR and functions on employee engagement, change programmes and recognition initiatives
- Lead communications support for employee engagement events (Kick Off Programme, Town Halls, webinars) and internal campaigns
- Develop and implement external communications initiatives (corporate storytelling, media engagement, thought leadership, web content)
- Produce high-quality media materials ensuring accuracy and reputational soundness
- Collaborate with internal stakeholders and external agencies on brand storytelling for products, sustainability and IT security
- Monitor and evaluate communications engagement and channel performance to drive improvements
- Manage and optimise internal channels (Miru, EMEA News, Viva, digital signage) including editorial planning
- Build stakeholder relationships across business units and external partners to ensure impactful programmes
- Share knowledge and best practices as a communications SME across the function
- Analyse channel performance and audience feedback to inform governance and ways of working
Key requirements
- 5+ years in corporate/internal communications, public relations or related discipline
- Experience developing and implementing cross-channel communication strategies
- Experience supporting corporate reputation, employee engagement and change communications
- Strong writing, editing and presentation skills with knowledge of digital channels and analytics
- Knowledge of SharePoint and Microsoft 365; ability to work in a matrix organisation with multiple stakeholders and external agencies
- Ability to translate complex business objectives into engaging communication strategies and content
- collaborative mindset
- stakeholder management
- strong writing and storytelling
- SharePoint
- Microsoft 365 applications
- AI-enabled communication tools
EMEA Corporate Communications Specialist in London employer: Canon
Canon is an exceptional employer, offering a dynamic work environment where innovation meets expertise in the graphic arts and production inkjet sectors. With a strong focus on employee growth, Canon provides comprehensive training and development opportunities, alongside a competitive salary and benefits package, including a 20% bonus and car allowance. The collaborative culture encourages problem-solving and customer engagement, making it an ideal place for professionals looking to make a meaningful impact in their field while enjoying the flexibility of a UK-based role with occasional travel.
