Internal Communications Manager

Carter Knight FZ LLC; United Arab Emirates; On-site; AED 220,345 - 330,517; Full time

Job summary

Carter Knight FZ LLC is seeking an Internal Communications Manager in the UAE to lead and deliver a high-impact internal communications strategy. The role involves working closely with senior leadership to ensure clarity, alignment, and engagement throughout the organization. Responsibilities include developing communication strategies, drafting executive messaging, and designing employee engagement initiatives. Candidates should have a strong background in internal communications, change management, and excellent communication skills.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in internal communications within large or complex organizations.
• Strong background in developing communication strategies and delivering executive messaging.
• Experience supporting transformation or change initiatives.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement a clear internal communications strategy aligned with business objectives.
• Draft speeches, internal announcements, and town hall content for senior leadership.
• Design and deliver internal engagement initiatives and campaigns.
• Lead communication plans for transformation programs and organizational change initiatives.

Skills

Internal communications expertise

Strategic communication development

Stakeholder management

Excellent writing skills

Change management experience

Job description

We are supporting a leading organization in the UAE in their search for an Internal Communications Manager to lead and deliver a high-impact internal communications strategy.

This is a key role responsible for shaping how the organization communicates with its people, ensuring clarity, alignment, and engagement across all business units. The role will work closely with senior leadership to drive effective messaging, support organizational change, and enhance employee engagement across a complex and evolving environment.

Role Overview

The Internal Communications Manager will be responsible for developing and executing a comprehensive internal communications strategy aligned with organizational priorities. This role combines strategic thinking with hands‑on delivery, supporting leadership visibility, employee engagement, and transformation initiatives.

Key Responsibilities

Internal Communication Strategy

• Develop and implement a clear internal communications strategy aligned with business objectives
• Ensure consistent messaging across functions and departments
• Act as a trusted advisor to leadership on internal communication approaches

Leadership & Executive Communications

• Draft speeches, internal announcements, emails, and town hall content for senior leadership
• Prepare briefing notes, key messages, and talking points
• Support leadership visibility and engagement across the organization

Employee Engagement

• Design and deliver internal engagement initiatives and campaigns
• Support employee events such as town halls, roadshows, and internal programs
• Monitor engagement levels and recommend improvements

Change & Transformation Communications

• Lead communication plans for transformation programs and organizational change initiatives
• Develop clear, structured messaging to support business transitions
• Ensure alignment and clarity during periods of change
• Manage internal communication channels and editorial calendars
• Oversee content creation to ensure messaging is engaging, clear, and aligned
• Maintain consistency of tone and messaging across all internal platforms

Stakeholder Management

• Partner with HR, leadership, and business units to deliver key communications
• Align messaging across departments and ensure coordinated delivery

Candidate Profile

• Proven experience in internal communications within large or complex organizations
• Strong background in developing communication strategies and delivering executive messaging
• Experience supporting transformation or change initiatives
• Excellent writing, communication, and stakeholder management skills
• Ability to operate in a fast-paced, high-performance environmentPrevious experience in energy, industrial, manufacturing, or adjacent sectors is required