Communications and Engagement Manager

Saab UK; Fareham; Hybrid; GBP 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

Saab UK is seeking an Internal Communications and Engagement Manager to design and deliver a clear messaging strategy that strengthens culture and transparency across the organisation.

You will lead the Internal Communications Specialist, partner with senior leaders, and drive employee engagement through multi-channel campaigns, digital content, and campaigns. Hybrid role based in London or the South East with occasional UK/Sweden travel.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in internal communications, employee engagement, or corporate communications.
• Experience driving cultural change in an organisation.
• Strong organisational skills and ability to navigate ambiguity and priorities.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills for different audiences.
• Experience working with senior stakeholders and influencing at all levels.
• Team player with problem-solving mindset and proactive attitude.
• Strong editing skills and ability to communicate clearly.
• Ability to manage multiple projects in a fast-paced environment.
• Knowledge of inclusion and accessibility best practices in communication.
• Degree in Communications, Public Relations, Marketing, HR, or related field (or equivalent experience).

Responsibilities

• Develop and deliver an internal communication strategy aligned with vision, values, and goals.
• Plan and manage campaigns to support initiatives, updates and change programs.
• Embed values to reinforce culture and alignment.
• Partner with senior leaders to ensure visibility and consistent messaging.
• Create and manage content across intranet, newsletters, and internal platforms.
• Support two-way communication via surveys, Q&A sessions, and town halls.
• Provide strategic communication guidance to HR and leadership on engagement and change.
• Own the internal communications calendar and timely delivery of messages.
• Measure and report effectiveness of strategies using insights.
• Coordinate internal events to boost engagement and culture-building activities.
• Ensure communications are accessible and tailored to diverse audiences.
• Maintain and enhance internal platforms, collaborating with brand/marketing when needed.

Skills

Internal communications

Employee engagement

Stakeholder management

Change communication

Content creation

Campaign planning

Accessibility

Diversity & inclusion

Education

Degree in Communications or related field

Job description

Introduction

Saab UK is part of Scandinavia's largest defence company, bringing together the best of Swedish and British innovation. Saab offers world-leading solutions and services in defence, aviation, space, and civil security to keep people and society safe. Our UK presence has been growing at pace, meaning we can offer a wide range of opportunities for personal fulfilment and career growth. We currently employ over 600 people across eight sites in the UK, and our specialisations include software engineering, underwater robotics, radars, AI, and armed forces training.

What you will be part of

Saab is a leading defence and security company with an enduring purpose, to help nations keep their people and society safe.Empowered by its 28,000 talented people, Saab constantly pushes the boundaries of technology to create a safer and more sustainable world. Saab designs, manufactures and maintains advanced systems in aeronautics, weapons, command and control, sensors and underwater systems. Saab is headquartered in Sweden. It has major operations all over the world and is part of the domestic defence capability of several nations.

The Role

Reporting to the Head of Marketing and Communication, the Internal Communications and Engagement Manager will develop and deliver a communication strategy that ensures clear, consistent and engaging messaging across Saab UK. The role will support company culture, promote transparency and drive employee engagement through effective communication channels and campaigns. The successful candidate will lead the Internal Communications Specialist and work closely with senior leaders to enhance visibility, trust and alignment through authentic communications. They will champion Saab UK's values, foster a strong employee experience and ensure communications are relevant, inclusive and impactful for employees at all levels. This is a hands‑on role within the Marketing and Communications team, supporting Saab UK's growing business through internal communications, employee engagement, digital content and basic design activities. The position is ideally based in London or the South East, with hybrid working available and occasional travel across the UK and to Sweden as required.

Key Responsibilities:

• Develop and deliver an internal communication strategy that aligns with the company's vision, values, and goals
• Plan and manage communications campaigns to support key initiatives, business updates, and change programs
• Embed company values into all aspects of internal communication to reinforce culture and employee alignment
• Partner with senior leaders to increase visibility and drive consistent, transparent messaging from the top down
• Create, edit, and manage engaging content across internal channels (e.g. intranet, newsletters, internal social platforms)
• Support two‑way communication by enabling feedback mechanisms such as surveys, Q&A sessions, and town halls
• Provide strategic communication guidance and support to HR and leadership teams on employee engagement, culture, and change
• Own and manage the internal communications calendar to ensure clear and timely delivery of messages
• Measure and report on the effectiveness of communication strategies, using insights to improve future efforts
• Coordinate and support internal events that enhance engagement, such as company updates, recognition programs, and culture‑building activities
• Ensure communication is accessible, inclusive, and tailored to diverse employee audiences
• Maintain and enhance internal communication platforms, ensuring ease of use and effectiveness
• Collaborate with the brand and marketing team as and when needed to support different initiatives and employer branding campaigns.

Qualifications and Skills:

Required

• Proven experience in internal communications, employee engagement, or corporate communications.
• Experience of driving cultural change in an organisation.
• Strong organisational skills and proven ability to navigate ambiguity and prioritise.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to tailor messaging for different audiences and platforms.
• Experience working with senior stakeholders and influencing at all levels of an organisation.
• Being able to work as part of a close team, have a can‑do attitude and be willing to take on any challenge with a natural air for problem solving.
• Excellent written and editing skills, the ability to communicate clearly.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and identify priorities in a fast‑paced environment.
• Strong understanding of employee engagement principles, culture‑building, and change communication.
• Comfortable using analytics and engagement metrics to inform communication planning.
• Knowledge of inclusion and accessibility best practices in communication.
• Degree in Communications, Public Relations, Marketing, HR, or a related field (or equivalent experience).

Desired

• Experience working in the defence or technology sectors would be a bonus but is not essential.

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