Communications Manager

JR United Kingdom; Manchester; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A life sciences company in Manchester is seeking a Communications Manager for a 12-month contract. This role involves enhancing communication channels and fostering employee engagement across six UK sites. Candidates should have strong experience in communications strategies, change management, and digital tools. The position offers a hybrid work model, requiring 3 days in the office.

Qualifications

• Demonstrated success in developing communications strategies.
• Experience in R&D/scientific fields preferred.
• Proven track record in change management communications.

Responsibilities

• Establish and maintain effective communication channels.
• Evaluate communication effectiveness with metrics.
• Collaborate with leaders to develop content.

Skills

Communications strategies development

Engagement strategy implementation

Change management communications

Excellent writing and editing

Digital communication platform proficiency

Audio-visual content production

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Content management systems

Analytics tools

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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.