Interim Communications Lead

Morson Talent; Hady; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading global manufacturer is seeking an experienced Interim Communications Lead in Hady, UK. This role involves shaping and executing communications strategy during a crucial transition, including onboarding a new business in Belfast. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in communications and experience in change management. This position offers a chance to make a significant impact within a high-profile programme.

Qualifications

• Demonstrable experience in transformation or change programmes.
• Understanding of Northern Ireland’s business landscape.
• Pragmatic, proactive, and adaptable with strong influencing skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead the establishment of communications structure and outputs.
• Develop and deliver internal communications plans.
• Define and deliver key messaging and communications materials.
• Collaborate with UK and global communications teams.
• Support media and community engagement.

Skills

Strong background in communications

Experience supporting M&A or change programmes

Excellent writing and storytelling skills

Strong stakeholder management skills

Event planning and execution experience

Job description

Interim Communications Lead

£39.98/hr Umbrella | £30.22/hr PAYE

6 Months

35hrs per week

Broughton (60% onsite with regular travel to Belfast)

Inside IR35

A leading global manufacturer is seeking an experienced Interim Communications Lead to play a key role in a major organisational transition project.

You’ll support the successful onboarding of a newly acquired business in Belfast, shaping and executing the communications strategy across internal, external, and community channels. This is an exciting opportunity to join a high-profile programme where you’ll be empowered to make an immediate impact, influence stakeholders at all levels, and ensure consistent, engaging messaging through a period of transformation.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the establishment of communications structure and outputs for the Belfast site, aligning local needs with the wider UK communications approach.
• Develop and deliver short and long-term internal communications plans to support onboarding and engagement of new colleagues.
• Define and deliver key messaging and communications materials to support the transition phase.
• Collaborate with UK and global communications colleagues, as well as public affairs teams, to maintain consistent and aligned messaging.
• Support media and community engagement, ensuring messaging reflects the organisation’s values and local impact.
• Advise project and senior stakeholders on communication strategy, tone, and delivery.
• Provide event management support for key milestones and engagement initiatives.

Experience & Skills

• Strong background in communications (internal, external, and community relations).
• Demonstrable experience supporting M&A, transformation, or change programmes.
• Understanding of Northern Ireland’s business and community landscape.
• Strategic mindset with the ability to act quickly and pragmatically in a dynamic environment.
• Excellent writing, storytelling, and content creation skills.
• Experience engaging with local media and managing press activity.
• Confident communicator with strong stakeholder management skills.
• Event planning and execution experience.
• Able to hit the ground running and thrive in fast-paced, high-profile projects.
• Pragmatic, proactive, and adaptable with strong influencing skills.
• Collaborative and approachable communicator able to connect across all levels.
• Committed to acting with integrity and supporting the company’s long-term success and reputation.

Morson is acting as an employment business in relation to this vacancy.