Communications and Engagement Manager - UKI BMC - 12 Month Fixed Term Contract

Communications and Engagement Manager

Level 3 Assistant Director

UK&I BMC – Communications 

Reports to Head of Internal Communications

The opportunity

The communications and engagement team develop communications and engagement programmes that activate our brand and our purpose internally, so that our partners and people feel connected, understand the role they play in EYs success and do so in a place where they belong.   

The Communications and Engagement Manager will be responsible for improving our communications for the management of delivery of key internal communications activities in partnership with the business. The individual portfolio may be aligned to a specific service line, firmwide communications or our geographies.

You will work collaboratively and think strategically, able to see the bigger picture, with extensive experience and understanding of a range of channels including events, video and webcasts, email, news stories, intranet, digital design and social media.  

You will need to develop and maintain a deep understanding of your business area’s strategic agenda and outcomes. 

Your key responsibilities

• Work closely with our assigned area of the business team to deliver effective and engaging communications.
• Build strong relationships with senior leaders and support them in engaging with people and Partners. 
• Work collaboratively with colleagues from the Communications & Engagement team and the business to create and deliver the innovation in approach and delivery. 
• Support the information and messaging sharing across the communications function to ensure alignment and efficiency of delivery.
• Create communications campaigns that engage the audience using a range of innovative channels including - but not limited to - events, calls, webcasts and email. 
• Use insight and measurement to continually assess success and make informed recommendations for communications and engagement. 
• Manage internal and external suppliers to deliver channels where applicable. 
• Manage communications budget where needed

Skills and attributes for success 

• Analytical skills, with the ability to tell a story about business performance
• The successful candidate will work collaboratively and have the experience and creative flair to work closely with senior stakeholders to develop and implement impactful and engaging communications that support the business’s objectives. 
• You will make a strong contribution in both the Communications & Engagement team and your business area. 

To qualify for the role you must have 

• Experience of working in professional services or matrix organisations or large corporates
• Five years’ experience in a communications team or agency. 
• Experience in creating and delivering successful engagement campaigns.  

What we look for 

• A collaborative, innovative and analytical approach
• Excellent stakeholder engagement 
• Excellent presentation skills

What we offer 

We offer a competitive remuneration package where you’ll be rewarded for your individual and team performance. Our comprehensive Total Rewards package includes support for flexible working and career development, and with MyReward you can select benefits that suit your needs, covering holidays, health and well-being, insurance, savings and a wide range of discounts, offers and promotions. Plus, we offer: 

• Continuous learning: You’ll develop the mindset and skills to navigate whatever comes next. 
• Success as defined by you: We’ll provide the tools and flexibility, so you can make a meaningful impact, your way. 
• Transformative leadership: We’ll give you the insights, coaching and confidence to be the leader the world needs.
• Diverse and inclusive culture: You’ll be embraced for who you are and empowered to use your voice to help others find theirs. 

Please note 

Prior to finalising your application, you will be asked to provide personal information across several dimensions of diversity and inclusiveness. The information you provide is kept entirely confidential and will not be used to evaluate your candidacy. We collect this data to help us analyse our recruitment process holistically and implement actions that promote diversity and inclusiveness. While optional, we encourage you to provide this information to hold us accountable towards our goal of building a better working world. Read more about our commitment to diversity & inclusiveness here. We ask because it matters!  

If you can demonstrate that you meet the criteria above, please contact us as soon as possible. 

The exceptional EY experience. It’s yours to build. 

Apply now.