Communications Manager

Communications Manager

Location: High Wycombe

Duration: Until July 2024

Hours: 38 hours p/w

Imagine your next project as a Communications Manager, working at the forefront of cutting edge work and technology with one of the leading Pharmaceutical companies in the world!

roles and responsibilities

The successful candidate will play a central role as the voice of business, they will contribute across internal, external and digital communications. Focusing on colleague engagement, they will embed our vision and strategy, communicating our purpose initiatives and breakthrough innovations. Understanding digital media platforms, they will craft compelling content for social channels and sites. This will involve: 

• Act as a storyteller, connecting audiences to the Company’s brands and business priorities, both externally and internally.

• Develop positive relationships and serve as a trusted communications adviser to leaders and colleagues.

• Be a hands-on creator of communications, including newsletters, talking points, intranet articles, Town Hall decks, media statements and videos.

• Craft copy for social media channels and web pages and play an active role in furthering our external digital presence.

• Build engagement through communications activities to embed our purpose, agile ways of working, and diversity, equity and inclusion priorities.

• Measure the impact of communications, driving continuous improvement, while providing insights that drive confidence.

• Deputise for public affairs activities, including representation at relevant trade associations.

how to succeed

The successful candidate will have outstanding copywriting ability, keen judgement on how audiences respond to content and strong influencing capabilities. They will enjoy tactical delivery and getting involved in everything from media statements to employee videos. You will also bring:

• Degree in Business, English, Journalism or Communications preferred, plus strong business experience, preferably in an agency or in-house / industry.

• Clear, impactful communications skills – ability to identify story angles, seek out news, and package it in a meaningful way to drive interest, engagement and motivation.

• Experience of handling high-profile media issues and crisis situations.

• Understanding of organisational change techniques, and how to use internal communications to drive employee engagement.

• Strong understanding of the media, with the ability to form trusted relationships with key reporters.

• Ability to balance multiple priority assignments and to deliver against tight time constraints. Calm under pressure.

• Diversity and inclusion are in our DNA.

benefits

This role offers a very competitive hourly rate. This contract will run for a 14 month period. Hybrid working.

you are welcome here

Kenvue is working to create an inclusive environment where diverse backgrounds, perspectives, and experiences are valued and each and every one of our people feels that they belong and can reach their potential. No matter who they are.

Who we are

At Kenvue, part of the Johnson & Johnson Family of Companies, we believe there is extraordinary power in everyday care. Built on over a century of heritage and propelled forward by science, our iconic brands – including NEUTROGENA®, AVEENO®, LISTERINE® and JOHNSON’S® – are category leaders trusted by millions of consumers who use our products to improve their daily lives.  Our employees share a digital-first mindset, an approach to innovation grounded in deep human insights, and a commitment to continually earning a place for our products in consumers’ hearts and homes.

application process

We are looking to process the first round of applications within the next 2 working days.

We do not accept applications via email. The pay rate for this role will depend on how you are paid. PAYE & Umbrella options are available. 

questions

If you would like some additional information about the role please contact: simone.strong@randstadsourceright.co.uk

Diversity, Equity & Inclusion

For more than 130 years, diversity, equity & inclusion (DEI) have been part of our cultural fabric at Johnson & Johnson and woven into how we do business every day. Our commitment to respect the dignity and diversity of all is embedded in our Credo.

We know that the success of our business depends on having the best talent in a workforce that reflects the diverse markets we serve around the world and an inclusive culture that values different perspectives and life experiences. That is why we are working to create an inclusive environment where diverse backgrounds, perspectives and experiences are valued and each one of our people feels that they belong and can reach their potential. No matter who they are. Diversity, Equity & Inclusion at Johnson & Johnson means “You Belong”.