Internal Colleague Communications Manager Job Description: As Sage continues to grow, we're looking for a passionate and strategic Internal Colleague Communications Manager to join our Group Colleague Communications team. In this role, you'll play a key part in shaping how we engage and communicate with our 11,000 colleagues across more than 20 countries. You'll develop and execute communication plans that bring our business priorities to life, ensuring our colleagues feel informed, engaged, and connected to Sage's purpose. Working closely with regional and central communications teams, as well as business leaders, you'll help create meaningful internal conversations that drive engagement, inspire action, and enhance our company culture. What's in it for you? Creative variety - From video production to copywriting, you'll work across multiple disciplines, ensuring no two days are the same. Freedom to innovate - We're a dynamic organisation that encourages experimentation and fresh ideas, giving you the opportunity to shape how we communicate. Global impact - Your work will influence colleagues across the world, from major product releases to cultural initiatives. Supportive environment - You'll collaborate with talented people who are passionate about making a difference, while navigating the challenges of a fast-moving business. Access to leadership - Work closely with senior stakeholders to craft and deliver impactful messages that drive real engagement. Hybrid working - 3 days a week from our Newcastle office Key Responsibilities: Strategic Communication & Engagement - Develop and implement internal communications strategies to support business initiatives, change programs, and colleague engagement. - Partner with stakeholders across the business to ensure a consistent, aligned, and impactful approach to colleague communications. Content Creation & Messaging - Craft compelling written content for internal platforms, including Your Sage intranet (SharePoint), Viva Engage, and other digital channels. - Translate complex business updates into clear, engaging, and accessible messaging that resonates with colleagues. Stakeholder & Crisis Communication - Provide expert advice to leaders on communicating sensitive or complex messages, including change projects and crisis situations. - Build strong relationships with key internal stakeholders, ensuring communications are strategically planned and effectively delivered. Measuring Impact & Continuous Improvement - Monitor and evaluate the effectiveness of communications initiatives, using insights to refine strategies and improve engagement. - Ensure activities are delivered within agreed budgets and timelines while maintaining high-quality execution. Your benefits - Comprehensive health, dental and vision coverage - Work away scheme for up to 10 weeks a year - On-going training and professional development - Paid 5 days yearly to volunteer through our Sage Foundation - Flexible work patterns and hybrid working LI-CR1 Function: Corporate Affairs Country: United Kingdom Office Location: Newcastle Work Place type: Hybrid Advert Working at Sage means you're supporting millions of small and medium sized businesses globally with technology to work faster and smarter. We leverage the future of AI, meaning business owners spend less time doing routine tasks, like entering invoices and generating reports, and more time pursuing their ambitions. Our colleagues are the best of the best. It's why we were awarded 2024 Best Places to Work by Glassdoor. Because to achieve extraordinary outcomes, we need extraordinary teams. This means infusing Sage with people who knock down barriers, continuously innovate, and want to experience their potential. Learn more about working at Sage:sage.com/en-gb/company/careers/working-at-sage/ Watch a video about our culture:youtube.com/watch?vqIoiCpZH-QE We celebrate individuality and welcome you to join us if you embrace all backgrounds, identities, beliefs, and ways of working. If you need support applying, reach out atcareerssage.com. Learn more about DEI at Sage:sage.com/en-gb/company/careers/diversity-equity-and-inclusion/ Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Sage is committed to Equal Employment Opportunity and providing reasonable accommodations to applicants with physical and/or mental disabilities. In order to provide equal employment and advancement opportunities to all individuals, employment decisions at Sage will be based on merit, qualifications, and abilities. Sage does not discriminate in employment opportunities or practices on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, protected disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.