Senior Internal Communications Manager
Possible
Sponsorship likelihood
This employer issued few or no visas recently
Not disclosed
Salary
Not disclosed by employer
£41,700
Going rate
Skilled Worker going rate
This role likely qualifies for a Skilled Worker visa
SOC 2493 (76% match) is an eligible occupation, with a going rate of £41,700, and South Western Railway is a licensed sponsor. That is our reading of the rules. Whether they issue a Certificate of Sponsorship is still their call.
We pick the code from the advert's text, so it is our best guess, not the employer's. Each code it could be has its own likelihood:
- Possible 2493 (Public relations professionals) · 76% match
- Possible 1133 (Public relations and communications directors) · 16% match
- Possible 2432 (Marketing and commercial managers) · 5% match
New graduate or PhD holder? Pick one of the lower rates.
What each route needs for this job
| Occupation code | New entrant 70% of going rate | STEM PhD 80% of going rate | Relevant PhD 90% of going rate | Standard rate 100% of going rate |
|---|---|---|---|---|
2493 Public relations professionals Most likely code | £33,400 | £33,400 | £37,500 | £41,700 |
1133 Public relations and communications directors Also possible | £54,000 | £61,700 | £69,500 | £77,200 |
2432 Marketing and commercial managers Also possible | £35,000 | £40,000 | £45,100 | £50,100 |
We use the lowest threshold across the plausible codes. Likelihood is Possible at most when the pay clears only a lower rate, or only under a less likely code. How the Home Office picks the code
About the role
About the job
Reporting to the Internal Communications Lead, as Senior Internal Communications Manager you will have a key role to play in the day-to-day operation of the internal communications team, helping provide consistently high-quality communications to 7,500 employees across multiple locations in South Western Railway and Network Rail Wessex.
Leading a team of two Internal Communication Managers, you will help develop, deliver and coordinate content for established communications channels including a fortnightly newsletter, employee messages using the Poppulo email management system, intranet and a programme of conference calls. You will also lead on or contribute to business-wide strategic campaigns as they arise.
As a deputy within the internal comms team, you will build relationships with senior leaders, managers and frontline colleagues to effectively consider and represent their views and experiences. You will also work closely with external communications and stakeholder relations colleagues to ensure consistency of messages and to identify opportunities for collaborative working.
Your main responsibilities will be:
- Co-ordinating the day-to-day delivery of internal communications to the business unit via established channels.
- Line management of two Internal Communications Managers.
- Sourcing, developing and publishing stories that support the business's priorities and encourage colleague involvement and engagement.
- Supporting line managers by providing the content they need to communicate with their teams.
- Leading the development and delivery of internal communications campaigns.
- Working with other functions to advise on their communication needs and providing guidance on key messages and channels.
- Building strong relationships and trust with senior leaders and others to support the delivery of effective communications.
- Helping to plan and manage online and in-person events.
You'll need to be:
- An established internal communications manager with experience of working in a large organisation with colleagues based across multiple locations.
- High standard of writing for a variety of audiences.
- Strong editing and proof-reading skills.
- Strong verbal and presentation skills.
- Experience of building strong collaborative relationships across all levels of an organisation.
- Excellent IT skills, including using email management systems.
- Able to contribute to the development of internal communications strategies.
- Experience in developing, implementing and improving communications channels.
Desirable Knowledge/Skills/Experience:
- Qualifications in communication, PR, marketing or journalism (either as main degree or additional qualification) or equivalent.
- Line management experience.
- Experience in video editing and publishing.
- Experience working in the rail industry.
- Experience working in a unionised environment.
Working pattern
Working an average of 37 hours per week over 5 days
Office hours.
Applicants who require a visa must have 6 months remaining at the time of their appointment
The Reward
In return we offer a competitive salary and a variety of valuable benefits, including:
- Free duty and leisure travel on SWR services for employees
- Free leisure travel for spouse/partner and dependants (criteria dependent)
- 75% discount on many other train operating companies
- Full training and support with development
Who are we?
South Western Railway (SWR) operates over 1,500 services each weekday across the network and employs more than 5,000 people. We provide easy and convenient mobility, connecting people and communities in South West London, southern counties of England, and the Isle of Wight.
Join our team and help us continue to bring people together to get the most out of life.
We all belong at SWR. Our vision is to provide an inclusive environment for all colleagues, ensuring all candidates have an equal opportunity to access meaningful employment.
We value our differences such as age, gender, LGBTQIA+, ethnicity, religion, and disability. We maintain a zero tolerance towards any form of prejudice towards our colleagues, customers, and future talent.
We celebrate and encourage diversity of thought, progressive ways of working and seeing all our colleagues grow and thrive.
If you require additional support to complete your application due to a disability or neurodivergent condition, for example, dyslexia, dyspraxia, or autism, please follow the links below.
We encourage you to share any additional needs you may require so we can provide a fair and equal process for all who apply.
https://exceptionalindividuals.com/neurodiversity/
https://www.healthassured.org/blog/neurodiversit
For more information and to submit an application please go to: https://apply.southwesternrailway.com/jobs/vacancy/1384/description
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Where this offer sits in the market
Public relations professionals (SOC 2493) · UK · ONS ASHE 2025 · basic pay · ~38k in sample- Middle half £31,772–47,840
- Median £38,688
- Going rate £41,700
- Threshold £41,700
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About sponsorship for this role
Does this job guarantee visa sponsorship?
Not necessarily. South Western Railway holds a sponsor licence, but sponsorship for a specific hire is always the employer's decision. Be upfront in your application that you'll require it.
What salary is needed for this role to be eligible?
The offer must clear both the general threshold and the SOC 2493 going rate of £41,700. New-entrant and shortage discounts can lower it.