Senior Internal Communications Specialist

ILIAS Solutions; Almere; On-site; EUR 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

ILIAS Solutions is searching for an Internal Communications Specialist who will develop and lead an internal communications strategy to enhance employee engagement and cross-team collaboration. You will work closely with various stakeholders, creating content for internal channels and managing communication platforms.

The ideal candidate has over 5 years of experience in corporate communications, excels in written and spoken English, and is adept with tools like SharePoint and Viva Engage. This position is based in Almere, Netherlands with occasional travel to Belgium.

Qualifications

• 5+ years in internal or corporate communications with improvements in organizational communication.
• Experience with multiple locations and time zones.
• Able to engage comfortably with senior stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Develop and lead internal communications strategy.
• Drive engagement initiatives across locations.
• Create compelling employee-focused content.
• Manage internal communication platforms.
• Equip managers with practical communication tools.
• Support change initiatives with clear communication.
• Monitor effectiveness of internal communication.
• Reinforce company identity through internal messaging.

Skills

Internal or corporate communications experience

Project management skills

Strong writing and spoken English

Stakeholder engagement

SharePoint proficiency

Education

BA/BS in Communications or related field

Tools

Viva Engage

Analytics tools

Job description

Opportunity

As an Internal Communications Specialist, you don't just write communications. You build how ILIAS communicates internally. ILIAS is growing rapidly with over 20+ nationalities. Teams are spread across locations and time zones. Change is part of working life. Communication can’t be ad hoc anymore. We need someone who sets the standard. Someone who works with stakeholders across the business to raise the level of internal communication from the ground up.

This role is part of the Marketing & Communications team. You’ll work closely with Marketing, the Change Facilitator, HR, Cluster Leads, and the Management Team. You’ll be visible, hands‑on, and embedded in how the company operates.

Location: Diegem, Belgium or Almere, The Netherlands. Travel: Regular between both offices, with occasional travel to overseas offices.

Your Mission

What you’ll do

• Strategy & Planning. Develop and lead an internal communications strategy that brings structure and consistency across the organization. Work closely with internal stakeholders, define key messages, channels, and communication rhythms aligned with business priorities and growth.
• Employee Engagement & Culture. Drive initiatives that strengthen engagement and connection across locations. Ensure communication supports a cohesive culture, with tailored approaches that work across teams, regions, and time zones. Lead communication around Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Belonging (DEIB), employee‑focused initiatives, and work with the Events Manager for internal event messaging.
• Content Creation & Delivery. Create compelling, employee‑focused content for internal channels such as email updates, newsletters, intranet, videos, presentations, podcasts, and town halls. Liaise with the Experience Center Manager to devise internal content for the Experience Center. Ensure content is consistent in tone, aligned with priorities, and easy to understand.
• Channel Management. Own and continually improve internal communication platforms (intranet/SharePoint, digital signage, internal email tools, Viva Engage). Set standards for how channels are used and ensure they support clear, relevant, and consistent communication.
• Manager Enablement. Equip managers with practical tools, templates, and guidance to communicate effectively with their teams. Drive a consistent approach to how information is cascaded across the organization.
• Change & Crisis Communication. Partner with the Change Facilitator, HR, and Leadership team to support change initiatives. Create clear, timely and empathetic communication. Ensure it supports understanding and adoption across the business.
• Measurement & Reporting. Monitor engagement and effectiveness of internal communication. Use insights and analytics to refine approaches, improve reach, and strengthen impact over time.
• Employer Branding (Internal Lens). Reinforce company identity and values through internal communication. Support a strong sense of alignment, pride, and ownership across the organization.

Who we’re looking for

• Minimum 5+ years in internal or corporate communications, with clear experience driving improvements in how organizations communicate.
• Experience working across multiple locations and time zones.
• Proven project management and organizational skills.
• Strong writing and spoken skills in English. Clear, direct, minimal jargon.
• Comfortable engaging with senior stakeholders.
• Able to push back and guide when needed.
• Structured in your approach. Hands‑on delivery.
• Proficient with SharePoint, Viva Engage, and analytics.

Nice to have

• Knowledge of best practices for internal communications and employee engagement.
• Experience supporting change and transformation programs.
• Mindset: Creative, proactive, empathetic, and solution‑oriented.
• Additional spoken and written language skills.

Education

BA/BS in Communications, Organizational Development, HR, or related field.