Posted Wednesday 22 January 2025 at 01:00 | Expires Monday 10 February 2025 at 00:59
Role Overview:
We are seeking a dynamic and experienced Communications and Engagement Lead to join our team. This pivotal role will lead our communications strategy, ensuring that our internal and external messaging aligns with Thalia’s values and strategic objectives. The successful candidate will play a key role in enhancing our brand, driving engagement across all stakeholders, and promoting our commitment to innovation and sustainability.
* The role will involve working across all 4 Thalia sites with frequent, weekly travel.
* Report to the People and Communications Director
* 5 direct reports
Key Responsibilities:
* Strategic Communications: Develop and implement comprehensive communication strategies that align with Thalia’s mission and business goals.
* Stakeholder Engagement: Drive engagement initiatives with internal and external stakeholders, fostering strong relationships and ensuring clear, consistent messaging.
* Content Creation: Oversee the creation of compelling content for various platforms, including press releases, social media, internal communications, and marketing materials.
* Brand Management: Enhance and protect Thalia’s brand reputation through effective communication and media relations.
* Internal Communications: Develop and implement internal communication plans to keep employees informed, engaged, and aligned with company objectives.
* Event Management: Plan and execute corporate events, webinars, and other engagement activities that promote Thalia’s initiatives and values.
* Crisis Communication: Manage crisis communication plans and ensure timely, effective responses to any issues that may impact Thalia’s reputation.
* Performance Metrics: Monitor and report on communication and engagement metrics to assess the effectiveness of strategies and initiatives.
The Person:
* Bachelor’s degree in Communications, Public Relations, Marketing, or a related field.
* Proven experience in a similar communications role, preferably within the waste management or environmental sector.
* Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
* Strong strategic thinking and planning abilities.
* Proficiency in using various communication tools and platforms.
* Ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines effectively.
* Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to engage with stakeholders at all levels.
* Innovative and creative mindset.
* High level of integrity and professionalism.
* Collaborative team player with a proactive approach.
* Commitment to Thalia’s values of inclusivity, ambition, collaboration, and responsibility.
Our Business:
At Thalia Waste Management, we are creating a future to be proud of. We think differently, questioning everything, enabling us to develop progressive waste into energy solutions and services. Being motivated, tackling problems together, inspiring others to take responsibility, making a difference, being ambitious and contributing value. We operate the best technology available across our four strategic sites in North Yorkshire, Milton Keynes, Cambridgeshire, and the Isle of Wight. Our technology includes everything from mechanical and biological treatment, traditional mass-burn energy from waste and material recycling technologies to in-vessel composting, advanced thermal treatment, innovative small-scale energy from waste, and anaerobic digestion. In a single year we process 300,000 tonnes of waste that is turned into energy. This generates the same amount of energy as approximately 600 million solar panels. Similarly, we recycle circa 95,000 tonnes of waste.
Inclusion:
At Thalia Waste Management, we work hard to make sure we are an inclusive and diverse place to work. This means we don’t just look at your CV; we’re focused on who you are, your skills, and the passion that can be brought to Thalia Waste Management. We know and understand that everyone is different and has a life outside work, so we’re happy to discuss flexible working and any adjustments that could be needed! We’ll do all that we can to support everyone from their first contact with us. For any support or adjustments needed through our recruitment process, please speak to our recruitment team who will be happy to support. We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, colour, national origin, sex, gender, gender expression, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status. As a Disability Confident Employer, we will make sure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable adjustments to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment.
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