Communications & Engagement Manager

Who is HelloKindred?

HelloKindred are specialists in staffing marketing, creative and technology roles, offering a range of talent solutions that can be delivered on-site, remotely or hybrid.

Our vision is to make work accessible and people's lives better. We do this by disrupting traditional employment barriers – connecting ambitious talent to flexible opportunities with trusted brands.

Anticipated Contract End Date/Length: 3 months with potential to extend or convert to perm.
Work set up: Remote

Our client, a global professional services firm, is seeking a highly skilled and experienced Communications and Engagement Manager to join their Internal Communications and Employee Engagement team. The ideal candidate will be responsible for creating clear, concise, and engaging content across various internal communication channels, managing multiple projects effectively, and developing content in partnership with content owners. This role requires proficiency in audience segmentation and targeting, as well as the ability to build and maintain strong stakeholder relationships.

What you will do:

• Create clear, concise, and engaging content for various internal communication channels, tailoring messages to different audiences within the organization.
• Manage multiple communication channels effectively, serving as the primary author and expert for the DAILY platform (intranet and social channel).
• Develop engaging content independently that aligns with the company's voice, tone, and brand.
• Plan, organize, and manage small to medium-sized communication projects.
• Utilize digital communication tools and platforms, including Outlook/DLs, MSFT SharePoint, surveys, MSFT Teams/Teams Live, MSFT Forms, MSFT Co-Pilot, Canva, and digital screens.
• Use data to improve communication effectiveness and enhance the employee experience.
• Apply audience segmentation and targeting to tailor communications appropriately.
• Build and maintain stakeholder relationships, identifying key stakeholders and addressing their needs and concerns effectively.
• Collaborate with others to achieve team goals, building and maintaining relationships across various levels of the organization. Apply influencing and persuading skills to drive engagement and buy-in from employees.
• Contribute and thrive within a globally distributed team that supports multiple business partners and intersecting teams.
• Contribute to strategic planning by analyzing communication metrics and feedback to improve future communications and address communication challenges.

• Proven experience (minimum 7-8 years) in a similar role with increasing responsibilities.
• Strong writing and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and meet deadlines.
• Built-in curiosity and proactive problem-solving skills.
• Familiar navigating complex matrix organizations (professional services preferred).
• Proficiency with digital communication tools and platforms.
• Strong interpersonal and relationship-building skills.
• Ability to analyze data and metrics to improve communication strategies.
• Proven ability to operate independently and comfortable in transforming environments.
  

Candidates must be legally authorized to live and work in the country the position is based in, without requiring sponsorship.

We appreciate your interest in this opportunity. Please note only applicants selected for an interview will be contacted.

HelloKindred is proud to be an equal opportunity employer, committed to creating a diverse environment. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, colour, religion, gender, gender identity/expression, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, age, or veteran status.