At a Glance
- Tasks: Engage with a vibrant community and create impactful communication materials.
- Company: Join a leading company transforming trade specialists into recognised technicians.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, inclusive culture, and opportunities for professional growth.
- Other info: Dynamic role with travel opportunities and a commitment to accessibility.
- Why this job: Be the voice that elevates trade expertise and connects teams across projects.
- Qualifications: Experience in corporate communications and strong content creation skills.
The predicted salary is between 40000 - 50000 £ per year.
Based: Dartford
You’ll be working with a 2,000-strong community of trade specialists, from senior leaders through to teams out on projects, so you need to be someone who’s confident, approachable and naturally chatty, the kind of person who builds relationships easily and isn’t afraid to start conversations. We’re on a journey to elevate the role of our trade specialists, recognising their expertise and supporting a shift from Trades to Technicians and you’ll play a key part in bringing that to life in a way that actually resonates with people. Whether you’re speaking with senior stakeholders or out on site with delivery teams, you’ll be just as comfortable in both worlds. You’ll know how to keep things clear, engaging and real.
Key responsibilities
- Partner with internal stakeholders to shape meaningful communication and engagement, including change initiatives
- Develop internal communication materials such as employee announcements, newsletters, project features and campaigns
- Support leadership engagement events
- Create content for external media and communication channels
- Contribute to the development of owned channels
- Evaluate and report on communication effectiveness
- Manage agencies and external providers where required
- Travel to projects, depots and manufacturing facilities (with occasional overnight stays)
What we’re looking for
Essential:
- Proven experience in corporate communications
- Strong written and verbal communication skills
- Experience creating engaging content, including video
- Ability to build relationships and work proactively
- Comfortable working in a fast-paced environment
- Good understanding of social media and the UK media landscape
Desirable:
- Experience with a transient workforce
- Social and multimedia content creation (e.g. podcasts)
- Knowledge of evaluation, measurement or change communications
Technical:
- Familiarity with content management systems (e.g. SharePoint)
- Social media and media monitoring tools
Qualifications
- Degree in communications, journalism, marketing, public relations or similar
- GCSE English (or equivalent) A*-C essential
- Membership of a professional body (CIPR, IoIC, CIM or similar) desirable
Additional Information
As part of the Disability Confident scheme, we would like to enable access to candidates with long term conditions and disabilities through the ‘Offer an interview scheme'. This supports applicants that meet the essential criteria by offering an interview for the advertised position. Please let us know if you would like to opt in to this scheme and let us know if you require any adjustments for the interview process. We want to ensure our recruitment process is accessible to all. If you need the application form in an alternative format or you would like to know more about our recruitment process, please email resourcingteam@laingorourke.com
Communication Manager in Kent employer: Laing O'Rourke
At Laing O'Rourke, we pride ourselves on being an exceptional employer, fostering a vibrant work culture that values collaboration and innovation. Based in Dartford, our 2,000-strong community of trade specialists offers a unique opportunity for professional growth, where your contributions directly impact the evolution of our workforce from Trades to Technicians. With a commitment to employee development, engaging communication practices, and a supportive environment, we ensure that every team member feels valued and empowered to thrive.
