Greater London Authority, one of our largest public sector clients based in London are looking to recruit a Senior Internal Communications and Change Officer to join their team on a 4-month contract. The role is full time, Monday to Friday, 37 hours per week with hybrid work arrangements available, 2 days from office and 3 from home. Their office is based near Canning Town on Jubilee or Royal Victoria on the DLR.
Pay rate: £30.85 per hour PAYE or £39.53 per hour Umbrella
Purpose of the role:
- Deliver change and internal communications strategies – to support specific change programmes (ITSS and SAP SF).
- Design and implement clear, measurable internal communications and engagement activity for specific change programmes and projects – including IT Shared Service, Office 365 implementation and other digital projects.
- Plan, write and edit engaging, consistent and accurate content
- Translate complex information into easy-to-understand messages.
- Proactively build positive relationships with a variety of stakeholders.
- Advise and implement specific comms and engagement interventions to support the rollout and adoption of new IT systems and ways of working.
- Engage stakeholders across TfL, GLA, MOPAC and OPDC.
- Develop specific comms and engagement products and materials, ranging from articles to comms plans, to support the programme – measuring success and adoption – and adapting as necessary.
- Deputise as needed for the Change Comms Manager.
Required Skills & Qualifications:
- Experience in developing and delivering effective internal communications and engagement plans.
- Ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines.
- Skilled in translating complex information into understandable content.
- Proven ability to build positive relationships with a variety of stakeholders.
- Experience in organising large-scale events, including logistics and content.
- Knowledge of intranet best practices and content management systems.
- Proficient in collaboration tools and project management software (e.g., SharePoint, Teams Live, Drupal).
Due to the nature of the role, applicants need to have internal communications experience and experience with change communication is desirable. If you have the required experience and skill set, then if you could forward across to me your up-to-date CV for immediate consideration.