903 Communication Specialist jobs in the United Kingdom

PE Global is currently recruiting for an Internal Communication Specialist for a leading multi-national Pharma client based in Runcorn.

This is an initial 12 months contract working mainly on site with potential to work from home occasionally.

Rate starts from £21.00ph PAYE – depending on experience.

Duties of the role/Responsibilities

• Partnering with the business to advise on the best way to communicate key messages about its key business objectives in a timely and consistent way.
• Support the development of People Leaders in the role they play in communications across the business.
• Developing an annual internal engagement communications plan for Runcorn, in close cooperation with HR and other internal stakeholders, that is led by business priorities and successfully execute it in line with agreed targets and cluster/global campaigns and priorities
• Producing high-quality engaging content to deploy on our internal and external channels, with an innovative mix that incorporates video, written and interactive communications – leveraging the full power of the channels we have available to us
• Adapting and delivering global communication campaigns to employees in the UK & Ireland
• Organising and delivering key communication events and routines such as town halls, networking days and other engagement events as required throughout the year
• Supporting all internal functions and teams to leverage the power of internal communications to inspire, engage and motivate colleagues

Education, skills

• IoIC Qualified
• Relevant degree
• Create annual and quarterly communication strategy and execution plans that includes messaging approach for various meetings and digital distribution platforms (email, blogs, LinkedIn, Slack, SharePoint, social media channels.)
• Stay abreast of business and workplace trends
• Build and maintain relationships with third-party stakeholders such as mid-level decision makers and influencers
• Ensure consistent messaging across all communication vehicles including newsletters, events & exhibits, intranet/internet
• Proven and extensive experience working in a communications role in a large, professional organization, including communications planning and delivery

Interested candidates should submit an updated CV.

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Remote | Flexible | High-ticket | Performance-Based

We're presenting a distinct opportunity for motivated individuals to become part of our team. This offers the freedom to work independently, without direct supervision, and the flexibility to work from home or while on the go.

If you're seeking a departure from the conventional 9-5 routine and desire greater autonomy over your time and finances, this opportunity may be ideal for you. It holds the promise of enhancing both your personal development and earnings, all while accommodating your preferred work hours.

Requirements

Requirements

• Generate leads through the creation and placement of basic online ads on various platforms.
• Conduct brief telephone or Zoom interviews.
• Provide support and guidance to your team members and community associates.
• Participate in weekly training sessions via Zoom.

Benefits

• Total flexibility—work remotely on your own schedule.
• Uncapped, performance-based earnings—your results determine your income
• Comprehensive training to support your professional development
• A chance to build a purpose-driven career with impact

The Role
This is a great opportunity to join a busy and vibrant brand and communications team.

As Corporate Communications Executive, you'll be responsible for the creation and delivery of communications to key audiences that build understanding, awareness and satisfaction with the Law Society and our work.

The role includes planning and delivering communications and campaigns, including around our corporate strategy and business plans, and our governance and leadership.

You will support the development of our brand tone of voice, including the effective use of a messaging bank and a consistent writing style.

What we're looking for
We're looking for someone with excellent experience in planning, managing and delivering effective communications campaigns that deliver meaningful results.

You'll have proven experience using a range of communications channels (i.e., email, social media, web) to reach key audiences, and the ability to draft engaging and impactful messaging for a large, segmented professional audience.

You'll need experience in tracking the performance of communications and analysing data to inform decision making.

You'll have strong planning, analytical and organisational skills, including the ability to multi-task and manage competing priorities in a fast-paced environment.

As a person, you'll be self-motivated, flexible, proactive and highly collaborative, with the ability to work with colleagues at all levels across the organisation.

What's in it for you
This is an excellent opportunity to work with contemporary thinkers in a progressive membership organisation. The successful candidate will join a strong brand with a reputation for excellence and legal expertise, committed to promoting equality, diversity and inclusion, and a culture of trust, clarity and respect.

We offer a generous flexible benefits package, a friendly working environment and the opportunity to develop your career within a professional organisation.

Please note: if you are an internal applicant, Pay Policy will apply.

The Law Society represents solicitors in England and Wales. From negotiating with and lobbying the profession's regulators, government and other decision makers, to offering training and advice, we're here to help, protect and promote solicitors.

Company Description

At Smiths we apply leading-edge technology to design, manufacture and deliver smarter engineering solutions for mission-critical applications, solving some of the world's toughest problems for our customers, our communities and our world.

We are a FTSE100, global business of around 15,000 colleagues, based in 50 countries. Our solutions have a real impact on lives across the planet, enabling industry, improving healthcare, enhancing security, advancing connectivity, and supporting new homes. Our products and services are often critical to our customers' operations, while our proprietary technology and high service levels help create competitive advantage.

We welcome colleagues with a curious mind, who are happy with responsibility, enjoy a challenge and are attracted by the idea of working at a business with an almost 170-year history of innovation, and four global divisions, all experts in their field.

Job Description

We're looking for an enthusiastic and self-motivated Corporate Communications Executive to join our team that can turn ideas into compelling narratives and bring our brand to life across every channel. If you love crafting high quality content that connects, inspires, and drives action, this is the role for you

You'll form part of the Group Communications team and be responsible for creating communications and innovative events for both our internal employee audience and our external media and social audiences. You will play a vital role in aligning our internal and external communications to build engagement with all our company stakeholders.

This role is a permanent and full-time position. Working 4 days per week out of our Central Birmingham office, with the option of working from home 1 day per week.

About the role

• Be at the heart of our storytelling engine, shaping how we speak to our employees and the external world from informative newsletters to punchy social posts and long-form thought leadership, your words will help us stand out, spark conversations and build trust
• Collaborate with brilliant minds across the business to turn complex ideas into clear, engaging copy
• Champion our people and culture by supporting the evolution of our wellbeing and belonging initiatives and amplifying stories that matter
• Help grow our internal communications platforms, making it a vibrant hub for connection and engagement
• Deliver unforgettable events, both in-person and virtual, that celebrate Smiths and reflect our strategic priorities
• Oversee video content creation, working with teams and partners to produce powerful visual storytelling
• Support our external communications strategy, drafting materials that position Smiths as a leader in smarter engineering
• Manage our Group social channels – primarily LinkedIn and X
• Drive our owned content strategy forward drafting and collating high quality content for our channels, and lead our Shorthand development work
• Responsibility for maintaining the Group website including building stories on Shorthand platform
• Build and nurture media relationships, maintain our corporate media list, and pitch key stories that showcase our innovation and impact
• Support elements of corporate affairs / government relations approach
• Play a key role in communicating financial results and other corporate milestones, ensuring clarity and consistency
• Collaborate closely with our corporate communications and website agencies
• Help with work underway to build out a government affairs programme for the Group

Qualifications

• Bachelor of Arts degree or a related degree in communications/marketing/PR
• Be energetic, driven and committed to a career in communications, journalism, marketing, or a related field
• A proactive mindset, a collaborative spirit and a passion for storytelling
• Excellent written and oral communication skills
• Well organised and detail orientated
• Strong stakeholder management and project coordination skills
• Good computer skills, including MS Office
• Proven experience in a similar communications role and can hit the ground running

Additional Information

With colleagues stretching across the globe, we are proud of our diversity. To foster inclusivity, we run employee resource groups (ERGs) to provide a safe space for employees to connect and support each other. Our cross-business ERGs include Veterans, Pride Network, Black Employee Network, Network, and Neurodiversity.

Across our company, we recognize excellence, culminating in the Smiths Excellence Awards, our annual celebration of the most extraordinary activities, people, and projects that best showcase our strengths and help drive our business forward. We announce these on our annual Smiths Day, a global celebration of Smiths around our network.

Join us for a great career with competitive compensation and benefits, while helping engineer a better future.

We believe that different perspectives and backgrounds are what make a company flourish. All qualified applicants will receive equal consideration for employment regardless of color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, economic status, disability, age, or any other legally protected characteristics. We are proud to be an inclusive company with values grounded in equality and ethics, where we celebrate, support, and embrace diversity.

At no time during the hiring process will Smiths Group, nor any of our recruitment partners ever request payment to enable participation – including, but not limited to, interviews or testing. Avoid fraudulent requests by applying jobs directly through our career's website (Careers - Smiths Group plc)

• Develop and implement comprehensive PR strategies to enhance brand visibility and public perception.
• Craft compelling press releases, media advisories, speeches, and other communication materials.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with journalists, bloggers, influencers, and key industry contacts.
• Monitor media coverage, identify potential issues, and develop proactive crisis communication plans.
• Organize press conferences, media events, and other promotional activities.
• Manage social media channels and online presence, ensuring consistent brand messaging.
• Collaborate with internal teams (marketing, sales, legal) to ensure aligned communication efforts.
• Track and analyze the effectiveness of PR campaigns, providing regular reports on key metrics.
• Stay informed about industry trends, competitor activities, and relevant news to identify opportunities and challenges.
• Act as a spokesperson for the company when required, with appropriate media training.

• Bachelor's degree in Communications, Public Relations, Journalism, Marketing, or a related field.
• Proven experience of at least 3-5 years in a PR or communications role, preferably within an agency or corporate environment.
• Demonstrable success in developing and executing successful PR campaigns.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with a flair for storytelling.
• Strong media relations skills and a network of contacts is a plus.
• Proficiency in social media platforms and digital PR techniques.
• Ability to work under pressure, manage multiple projects simultaneously, and meet tight deadlines.
• Strong organizational and project management skills.
• Crisis communication management experience is advantageous.
• Knowledge of media monitoring tools and analytics platforms.