Lead Internal Communications Partner - F1

McLaren Racing Ltd; Woking; On-site; GBP 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

McLaren Racing Ltd is seeking a Lead Internal Communications Partner for F1. In this high‑impact role, you will partner with F1 Technical and the Team Principal Office to translate complex technical priorities into clear, engaging internal communications that support performance.

You will shape strategy, coach leaders, improve channels and messaging, and deliver precise communications across McLaren’s organisation from the McLaren Technology Centre in Woking.

Qualifications

• Significant experience in Internal Communications or related field.
• Experience in sport, engineering or technology desirable.
• Ability to translate complexity into clear messages.
• Strong copywriting and presentation skills.
• Experience with change management and workplace culture evolution.
• Experience engaging employees via events, film and photography.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and changing priorities.
• Ability to work with senior leaders and technical specialists.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute the Internal Communications strategy for F1 Technical and Team Principal Office.
• Partner with senior leadership to shape leadership narratives.
• Improve communication flow across F1 Technical and establish rhythms.
• Translate complex priorities into clear, actionable communications.
• Create and publish content across McLaren Racing's channels.
• Support organisational evolution, culture, leadership and technology priorities.
• Provide targeted communications support to Team Principal Office.
• Lead cross-functional communications projects under deadlines.
• Monitor and evaluate communications activity with metrics.
• Support organisational change while protecting cultural principles.
• Build trusted stakeholder relationships and mentor junior team members.

Skills

Internal communications

Leadership storytelling

Stakeholder management

Change management

Project management

Copywriting

Communication strategy

Events and media

Tools

Microsoft Teams

SharePoint

Job description

Lead Internal Communications Partner - F1

• Full-time

High performance isn't a given. It’s built on standards.

Standards that have driven McLaren for over 60 years.

And if you’re ready for the challenge, that standard is yours to own.

Burning enthusiasm. Constant improvement. The thrill in the pursuit of better.

That’s how we build a legacy. And how you build a career here.

Because racing isn’t just something we do. It’s who we are.

We are racers.

Are you?

What You’ll Do

Join our race for performance as an experienced Internal Communications and Engagement Lead, partnering with F1 Technical and the Team Principal Office.

This is a high-impact role for someone who can build credibility quickly, understand a complex technical environment and turn business priorities into clear, relevant communications that help people perform at their best and deliver performance to track.

You’ll be a trusted communications partner to senior leaders, helping shape how strategy, performance priorities, organisational change and leadership messages are understood throughout the F1 Team. You’ll combine strategic thinking with hands‑on delivery, providing constructive challenge, equipping leaders to communicate effectively and helping technical teams understand how their work contributes to wider performance objectives.

Based at the McLaren Technology Centre in Woking, you’ll operate at the heart of our Formula 1 organisation, moving confidently between long‑term communications strategy and precise, high‑quality delivery.

Principal Accountabilities

• Develop and execute the Internal Communications strategy for F1 Technical and the Team Principal Office, tailoring the approach to the needs of each area.
• Partner closely with senior and executive leadership to understand priorities, provide communications counsel and shape effective leadership narratives.
• Improve communication flow across F1 Technical by identifying gaps, duplication and fragmentation, establishing clearer channel purposes and communication rhythms.
• Translate complex technical, organisational and cultural priorities into communications that are clear, useful and actionable.
• Develop and publish creative content and campaigns across McLaren Racing’s communication channels, writing and editing targeted messages for varied audiences.
• Support communications around organisational evolution, culture, reliability, leadership, technology and other priorities affecting F1 Team performance.
• Provide targeted communications support to the Team Principal Office, including leadership messaging, debrief communications and selected race-related content.
• Champion cultural initiatives and strengthen employee connection to the company’s mission.
• Lead multiple cross‑functional, high‑impact communications projects while maintaining high standards under demanding deadlines.
• Monitor and evaluate communications activity, using metrics and learning to improve impact and effectiveness.
• Support organisational change through clear communications while protecting and reinforcing cultural principles.
• Build trusted stakeholder relationships, continuously improve communications processes and mentor junior members of the team.

What You’ll Bring

You’ll bring significant experience in Internal Communications or a related field. Experience within sport, engineering or technology is desirable.

• Demonstrated success using internal communication channels, innovative tools and technologies to support communications.
• An understanding of organisational culture and the role communications plays in shaping, reinforcing and protecting it.
• Familiarity with cultural frameworks, diversity and inclusion principles, and employee engagement strategies.
• Excellent copywriting and presentation skills, with the ability to adapt communication style and tone of voice for different internal audiences.
• The ability to translate complexity into clear, compelling communication without losing important detail.
• Experience in change management and evolving workplace culture is desirable.
• Experience engaging employees through different formats, including events, film and photography.
• Proven ability to manage multiple ongoing projects and changing priorities.
• Expert knowledge of Microsoft products, including Teams and SharePoint.
• The credibility and judgement to work with technical specialists, people managers and executive leaders, including on sensitive and fast‑moving subjects.
• A proactive, accountable and collaborative approach, with strong attention to accuracy and confidentiality.

Success in racing comes from bringing together talented people with different skills, perspectives and experiences. We're committed to building an inclusive environment where everyone feels supported and empowered to deliver their best work.

Every role has the potential to drive high performance. You'll be part of a team united by a shared ambition to push boundaries and embody our racing mindset. We invest in our people through opportunities to develop and grow, creating an environment where individuals and teams can thrive.

Alongside a range of wellbeing initiatives and development opportunities, we're committed to helping you build a rewarding career and make your mark at McLaren Racing.