At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead engaging internal communications and create impactful content for a dynamic team.
- Company: Join Biffa, a forward-thinking company focused on employee engagement and communication.
- Benefits: Remote work flexibility, competitive salary, and opportunities for professional growth.
- Other info: 7-month fixed-term contract with potential for travel and collaboration across teams.
- Why this job: Make a real difference by connecting colleagues and driving business performance through effective communication.
- Qualifications: Degree in Communications or related field, with experience in internal communications and stakeholder engagement.
The predicted salary is between 40000 - 50000 £ per year.
7 Months fixed term contract Remote role - with travel as per business requirements.
As the Group's strategic employee communications manager, you'll connect business priorities with engaging, insight-led communications that inform, inspire and align colleagues across the organisation. Working at the heart of Group Communications, you'll shape internal campaigns, deliver clear and compelling content, and ensure our channels and messaging support business goals, brand positioning and corporate strategy.
Your core responsibilities:
- Act as the Group's lead employee communications partner, supporting strategic priorities and helping colleagues stay safe, engaged and connected as One Biffa.
- Develop and deliver integrated internal communication plans and campaigns that drive engagement, understanding and business performance.
- Partner with stakeholders across the business to create clear, compelling communications that support change, safety, culture and employee experience.
- Lead and optimise Biffa's internal communication channels, ensuring content reaches the right audiences through the right channels.
- Create high-quality content, leadership messaging and campaign materials that bring business priorities to life.
- Collaborate with Brand, Strategic Communications, Public Affairs and Digital teams to deliver joined-up, audience-focused communications.
- Ensure all communications reflect the Biffa brand, tone of voice and wider corporate affairs strategy.
- Use data, employee insight and performance metrics to measure impact, identify risks and continuously improve communications effectiveness.
Our essential requirements:
- Degree qualified in Communications, Marketing, Business or a related discipline, or equivalent experience.
- Proven experience delivering employee or internal communications, including campaigns, channels and stakeholder engagement.
- Strong understanding of internal communications platforms, content management systems and campaign planning.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to influence and engage senior stakeholders.
- Data-driven approach, using insight and performance metrics to measure impact and improve outcomes.
- Collaborative, proactive and able to build strong relationships across teams and functions.
- Highly organised, with the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
- Flexible and adaptable, with a willingness to travel when required.
Please note this role is a 7 months fixed term contract to cover a period of maternity leave.
Interim Employee Communications Manager employer: Gofractional
Biffa is an exceptional employer that prioritises employee engagement and communication, fostering a collaborative work culture where every voice matters. With a focus on professional growth, employees are encouraged to develop their skills through meaningful projects and partnerships across the organisation. The remote nature of this role, combined with opportunities for travel, allows for flexibility while ensuring that you play a vital part in shaping the company's internal communications strategy.
