Communications Business Partner – Information Technology & Digital (ITD)

The Adecco Group; Lyon; Sur place; EUR 90 000 - 125 000; Plein temps

Résumé du poste

The Adecco Group in Lyon is seeking a Communications Business Partner for the ITD function. You will take end-to-end ownership of strategic communications and act as trusted advisor to the CDIO and ITD leadership team.

You will shape strategies, oversee executive messaging, lead key initiatives, and collaborate with Group Communications. This role sits within a Fortune 500 environment undergoing transformation, offering exposure to global stakeholders and impactful change programs.

Qualifications

• 10+ years' experience in communications roles within an international corporate environment.
• Demonstrated experience owning and delivering internal communication strategies in a complex, global organization.
• Strong track record supporting transformation and change programs.
• Proven experience working closely with C-suite / Executive Committee leaders.
• Fluency in English.

Responsabilités

• Develop and implement the ITD communications strategy aligned to the priorities of the function and broader company strategy.
• Act as the primary communications advisor to the CDIO and ITD leadership team, providing proactive counsel on narrative, messaging, timing and risk.
• Anticipate business priorities and translate them into clear, employee-relevant communications that strengthen engagement and support change.
• Lead key communication initiatives within the function, including executive messaging, leadership forums and town halls.
• Support large-scale transformation programs with effective change communications planning and alignment with Group Communications priorities.
• Collaborate closely with the rest of the Internal Engagement team and GBU internal comms to activate communications effectively and to continuously improve impact through insights.
• Partner with the Thought Leadership team to support external executive positioning.
• Work with External Relations and other centers of expertise to align internal and external messaging where relevant.
• Build the reputation of Group Communications as a trusted partner to the business through strategic orientation, high quality and reliable delivery.

Connaissances

Strategic communications

C-suite collaboration

Stakeholder management

Change communications

Internal engagement

English fluency

Formation

University degree in Communication, Journalism, Politics, PR

Description du poste

About the role

This is an exciting opportunity to make a significant impact within a Fortune 500 company during a strategic transformation. The Adecco Group is shaping the future of work and reinventing the way we work, and the talent and technology solutions we deliver.

As Communications Business Partner for the ITD function, you will take end-to-end ownership of strategic communications for the function and act as the trusted communications advisor to the CDIO and the ITD leadership team. You will proactively shape communication strategies, advise decisively, and orchestrate execution in close collaboration with Group Communications colleagues and centers of expertise.

All Communications Business Partners report directly to the Head of Global Internal Engagement.

What you'll be doing

• Develop and implement the ITD communications strategy aligned to the priorities of the function and broader company strategy
• Act as the primary communications advisor to the CDIO and ITD leadership team, providing proactive counsel on narrative, messaging, timing and risk
• Anticipate business priorities and translate them into clear, employee-relevant communications that strengthen engagement and support change
• Lead key communication initiatives within the function, including executive messaging, leadership forums and town halls
• Support large-scale transformation programs with effective change communications planning and alignment with Group Communications priorities
• Collaborate closely with the rest of the Internal Engagement team and GBU internal comms to activate communications effectively and to continuously improve impact through insights
• Partner with the Thought Leadership team to support external executive positioning
• Work with External Relations and other centers of expertise to align internal and external messaging where relevant
• Build the reputation of Group Communications as a trusted partner to the business through strategic orientation, high quality and reliable delivery
• Working in close partnership with the Head of AI Communications to ensure a joined-up narrative across ITD, technology and AI initiatives.
• Use engagement insights, adoption metrics and business impact data to continuously improve communication effectiveness and demonstrate value.

About you

• University degree in Communication, Journalism, Politics, PR or similar field
• 10+ years' experience in communications roles within an international corporate environment
• Demonstrated experience owning and delivering internal communication strategies in a complex, global organization
• Strong track record supporting transformation and change programs
• Proven experience working closely with C-suite / Executive Committee leaders
• Fluency in English
• Strategic communicator with strong influencing skills and sound judgement
• Proactive advisor who anticipates needs and takes ownership end-to-end
• Confident partner to senior stakeholders; comfortable challenging constructively
• Collaborative and effective in a matrix organization
• Outstanding writer with strong project and stakeholder management skills
• Reliable under pressure, with high standards and strong follow-through
• Change agent with infectious enthusiasm and impact.

Why choose us?

It's an exciting time to be part of our team. At the Adecco Group, our purpose – making the future work for everyone – inspires and connects us all. Through our three global business units (GBU) - Adecco, Akkodis and LHH - we deliver expertise in talent and technology, enabling organizations to succeed and people to thrive.

We're proud to be a global thought-leader and care about doing the best job we can to ensure better futures for everyone. We do this by building our Future@Work strategy as a united team of 30,000+ colleagues with a collective spirit working in over 60 countries globally. We embody our core values: Courage, Collaboration, Customer at the Heart, Inclusion, and Passion in everything we do.

Growth and Development

You will have the opportunity to grow across a variety of interesting jobs and careers over our extensive portfolio of global brands. We empower our colleagues to work in the smartest, most efficient ways, achieving total balance between their jobs and their lives. We offer world-class resources for upskilling and development, satisfying your curiosity while sharing skills, knowledge, and expertise to grow together. Here, you can be yourself, and we aim to build on the attributes that make you, you.

A journey to bring out the best in you

We believe that having an understanding of the hiring process helps you to prepare, feel, and be, at your best. As a global, multi brand organization with multiple different roles, our application process can vary.

On our career site, you will find some of the key steps you can expect to guide you along the way.

Inclusion

We believe in talent, not labels. We focus on the diverse and unique skills our people bring. Our culture of belonging and purpose ensures everyone can thrive and feel engaged. We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer, committed to equity, equal opportunity, inclusion, and diversity.

Interview Process

Our interview process includes an initial phone screening, followed by a virtual round of interviews with Hiring Manager, HR team and senior leaders. This process helps us understand your fit within our team and allows you to ask questions about the role and our company. If you are a visionary leader with a passion for learning and development, we invite you to join us in making the future work for everyone.

Accommodations

We are committed to providing an inclusive and accessible recruitment process for all candidates. If you require any additional accommodations or support due to a disability or other special circumstances, please let us know by contacting us. We will work with you to ensure your needs are met throughout the hiring process.

Posting date: 27-08-2026