Internal Communications Manager

As Internal Communications Manager – Water & Maritime, you will play a key role in shaping and delivering the internal communications strategy for one of Haskoning's largest and most internationally connected business lines, with over 2,000 colleagues. Working closely with the Business Line Director and Management Team members, you will help connect colleagues to our strategy, support business priorities, celebrate achievements and strengthen engagement across the business line.

As part of the Marketing & Growth team, you will combine strategic internal communication planning with hands‑on delivery, ensuring employees are informed, engaged and connected through effective communications, events and leadership engagement initiatives.

What you will do as Internal Communications Manager:

• Develop and implement the internal communications strategy for the Water & Maritime business line, ensuring alignment with business objectives, leadership priorities and organisational initiatives.
• Partner with senior leaders, management team members and strategic stakeholders to provide communications counsel, develop compelling leadership communications and support the visibility of key business priorities and thought leadership initiatives.
• Lead strategic business line communication programmes, including town halls, leadership webinars, employee engagement campaigns and communications supporting commercial, technical and organisational developments.
• Own and continuously develop the internal communications channel landscape, including the intranet, newsletters and digital engagement platforms, establishing governance, best practices and a consistent employee experience across all channels.
• Create and deliver engaging internal communications content, including leadership messages, strategic updates, campaigns, newsletters and key announcements, ensuring content is clear, accessible and aligned with our brand and communication standards.
• Define and monitor communication success measures, using analytics, engagement data and employee feedback to evaluate effectiveness, optimise channels and continuously improve the impact of internal communications.

Where you will work:

At Haskoning, you will join an independent, employee‑owned international consultancy that combines engineering, design, and consultancy services with software and technology. Our mission, “Enhancing Society Together,” drives us to create a positive impact on the world. We offer purpose‑driven and challenging work in diverse international projects, leveraging our 140+ years of expertise. With over 6,800 employees in more than 25 countries, we work together to turn challenges into opportunities and make a real impact on society.

What you bring:

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Communications, Journalism, Marketing, Business or a related field, providing a strong foundation in strategic communication, stakeholder engagement and organisational communications.
• Proven experience in internal communications, corporate communications or employee engagement roles within a global organisation, with experience working across different regions, cultures and stakeholder groups.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English, with the ability to create compelling content, develop clear narratives and adapt messaging for diverse audiences, communication channels and cultural contexts.
• Experience managing digital communication channels, such as intranets, newsletters, webinars and collaboration platforms, including the use of analytics and engagement metrics to measure effectiveness and drive continuous improvement.
• Demonstrated experience leveraging AI tools to enhance communication planning, content creation, workflow efficiency and employee engagement activities, with a proactive approach to exploring emerging technologies and innovative ways of working.
• Strong stakeholder management and project management skills, with experience advising senior leaders and coordinating communication initiatives across multiple teams, functions and regions.

What you can expect from us:

• A competitive base salary aligned with your skills and experience and with annual increases.
• An attractive compensation package, including Pension accrual through our own pension fund with an employer contribution of 7% and annual profit sharing.
• 25 vacation days (based on full‑time employment), with the option to purchase an additional 10 days per year and to exchange three public holidays for days that are personally meaningful to you.
• We work in a hybrid model, with home office allowance, and a fully equipped home workspace.
• A wide range of training and development programs, including tailored learning paths, learning weeks, and various knowledge‑sharing groups.
• A welcoming and open environment with voluntary social and sports activities, and employee networks such as Pride and YoungHaskoning.
• Fully paid private medical and dental cover, extendable to your family at discounted rates.

At Haskoning, we are committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace where everyone feels valued, respected, and empowered. Our mission of “Enhancing Society Together” drives us to create an environment that embraces each individual’s unique background, identity, and perspective. Regardless of your experience, background, age, gender, or other personal characteristics—you are welcome here. We believe that diversity makes us stronger and that an inclusive culture gives everyone the opportunity to grow and contribute.