Communications Manager

Communications Manager

12 Month Contract

Manchester Hybrid - 3 days in the office

Our life sciences client is looking for a Communications Manager to join them on a 12-month contract basis. This position, which reports to the Head of Corporate Affairs, UK, serves as a key link between leadership and employees, ensuring effective information flow, supporting change management, and fostering employee engagement.

The role collaborates closely with HR, site leadership teams, and regional/global communications functions to deliver cohesive messaging that supports their business objectives and organizational culture.

Accountabilities:

• Establish and maintain communication channels that effectively reach all employee segments across six UK sites
• Evaluate communication effectiveness through metrics and employee feedback
• Collaborate with site leaders to develop location-specific content that addresses unique needs while maintaining global and national brand consistency
• Support UK leadership teams with strategic communications planning and execution for key initiatives
• Provide communications support to leaders at all levels to enhance their effectiveness as communicators
• Design and implement communication frameworks that enable consistent messaging across diverse functional areas
• Create engaging, high-quality content across multiple formats (written, visual, audio-visual) that resonates with diverse employee audiences

Experience Required:

• Demonstrated success in developing and implementing communications strategies that drive employee engagement
• Experience in R&D/technical/scientific, agricultural, or chemical manufacturing environments strongly preferred
• Proven track record in change management communications
• Excellent writing, editing, and verbal communication skills with ability to adapt messaging for different audiences
• Proficiency in digital communication platforms, content management systems, and analytics tools
• Experience with audio-visual content production, including oversight of recording and editing processes
• Strong understanding of emerging communication technologies and channels
• Advanced skills in Microsoft Office suite and digital collaboration tools

To apply for this position please submit your CV.