Internal Communications Specialist

MERITUS are recruiting for an Internal Communications Specialist to join our client in the aerospace sector on an initial contract for 6 months with very likely extensions thereafter.

INTERNAL COMMUNICATIONS SPECIALIST - INSIDE IR35 - £34.98 PER HOUR - 6 MONTHS - BELFAST, ONSITE FT - 36 HOURS PER WEEK - SINGLE STAGE INTERVIEW - SECTOR: AEROSPACE

MERITUS are recruiting for an experienced Interim Communications Specialist to support a leading global manufacturing and engineering organisation during a significant period of organisational transformation and integration.

This is a fantastic opportunity for a communications professional who thrives in fast-paced environments and has experience supporting change, transformation, post-merger integration, or large-scale business transitions.

Working closely with senior stakeholders, you will play a key role in establishing and delivering effective internal and external communications strategies, ensuring local business requirements are aligned with wider corporate communications objectives.

Key Responsibilities

Support the development and implementation of local internal and external communications activities.
Create and deliver communications plans that support organisational change and business transformation initiatives.
Develop engaging communications content across a variety of channels and audiences.
Assist in defining key messaging and ensuring consistent communication across the business.
Support the rollout and optimisation of internal communications platforms, tools and channels.
Coordinate with wider communications and public affairs teams to ensure alignment of messaging and brand standards.
Build strong relationships with stakeholders across multiple functions and business areas.
Organise and support internal events, engagement activities and communications campaigns.
Provide communications advice and support to leaders and managers throughout the organisation.

About You

We're looking for a proactive and adaptable communications professional with strong stakeholder management skills and a proven ability to deliver communications programmes within complex organisations.

Essential Skills & Experience

Demonstrable experience in internal and external communications.
Experience supporting organisational transformation, change programmes, mergers, acquisitions, or post-merger integration activities.
Strong communications planning and execution experience.
Excellent written communication, editing and content creation skills.
Ability to engage effectively with stakeholders at all levels.
Experience delivering communications within manufacturing, engineering, industrial or similarly complex environments.
Strong understanding of internal communications channels and employee engagement strategies.
Event planning and coordination experience.
Ability to think strategically whilst maintaining a hands-on delivery approach.

Desirable Experience

Knowledge of operating within Northern Ireland or experience supporting communications activities across the region.
Experience working within large, matrixed or multinational organisations.
Public affairs or community engagement experience
Only candidates based in UK and eligible to work in UK are allowed