Employee Communications Manager, Transformation (18 month FTC)

TN United Kingdom; London; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the financial sector is seeking an Employee Communications Manager for an 18-month fixed-term contract in London. The role involves defining and delivering communication strategies for transformation initiatives, engaging key audiences, and supporting corporate affairs. The ideal candidate should have significant communications experience, strong engagement skills, and the ability to translate complex requirements into actionable plans. Benefits include performance bonuses, generous pension contributions, and flexible working arrangements.

Benefits

Annual performance bonuses

Generous pension contributions

Life assurance

Healthcare plan

25 days holiday plus public holidays

Family leave

Electric car scheme

Discounts

Redesigned workspaces focused on wellbeing

Qualifications

• Significant experience in a Communications role, preferably in professional services or finance.
• Ability to develop strategic communications translating complex requirements into actionable plans.

Responsibilities

• Lead employee communications supporting the Transformation Office strategy.
• Develop and implement communication strategies and materials.
• Build relationships with key leaders to guide communication strategies.

Skills

Strategic Communications

Creative Thinking

Engagement Skills

Excellent Writing

Education

Communications Degree

Job description

Employee Communications Manager, Transformation (18 month FTC), London

Client: Legal & General

Location: London, United Kingdom

Job Category: Other

EU work permit required: Yes

Job Reference: 270dbb0cf97e

Job Views: 4

Posted: 12.05.2025

Expiry Date: 26.06.2025

Job Description

We’re recruiting for an Employee Communications Manager, Transformation, to join us. You will be responsible for leading employee communications that support the delivery of L&G’s Transformation Office strategy.

What you’ll be doing:

1. Defining and delivering a Transformation communications strategy that engages key audiences across L&G to support delivery of key Transformation workstreams, focusing on creating a growing, simpler, better-connected L&G.
2. Developing and implementing consistent narratives and communication plans aligned with L&G’s strategy, creating high-quality materials, and reporting on progress.
3. Creating and maintaining a change communications approach, coordinating activities, and working with business partners to ensure initiatives are aligned.
4. Building relationships with key leaders, acting as a trusted advisor, shaping decisions, and guiding communication strategies.
5. Establishing key metrics, evaluating communication impact, and ensuring they drive desired change.
6. Supporting the broader Corporate Affairs function in delivering employee and corporate communication strategies.
7. Ensuring communications are reviewed and approved by knowledgeable individuals, with proper record-keeping.
8. Managing employee-related matters in line with policies to maximize business performance.

Who we’re looking for:

• Ability to work independently, seeking input from stakeholders internally and externally.
• Knowledge of change and transformation communications, preferably with experience in Group Functions like HR, Technology, or Finance.
• Ability to develop strategic communications translating complex requirements into actionable plans.
• Creative thinking to improve communication strategies continually.
• Strong engagement skills with leadership and senior stakeholders, establishing credibility and trust.
• Excellent writing, interpersonal, and communication skills.
• Significant experience in a Communications role, with a background in professional services, finance, or corporate communications.
• Experience in creating dynamic content.

Benefits:

• Participation in annual performance bonuses and share schemes.
• Generous pension contributions, life assurance, healthcare plan.
• At least 25 days holiday plus public holidays, with options to buy/sell holiday.
• Family leave, electric car scheme, discounts, and redesigned workspaces focused on wellbeing.

Additional Information

At L&G, we foster an inclusive culture that values diversity and collaboration. We support flexible working arrangements and focus on outcomes over attendance. We welcome applicants who bring strengths, potential, and a connection to our purpose, even if they don’t meet every criterion.