Job Title: Internal Communications Manager Location: London / Hybrid Full time 37.5 hours per week Fixed Term Contract – Up to 12 Months Salary: Competitive with a range of exceptional benefits We’re looking for an Internal Communications Manager to join our Corporate HR team based in central London. Our Corporate HR team support the Exceptional People, Exceptional Employer pillar of our One HCA UK strategy. Our role is to support colleagues in their happiness at work, enabling them to perform at their best, and to help create a culture in which we all feel that we belong Most of all, we want all HCA colleagues to have a meaningful career. As an Internal Communications Manager you’ll play a key role in developing the strategy and delivery of internal communication and engagement activities across all channels to keep colleagues informed and engaged within HCA Healthcare UK. You will be responsible for planning, project managing and delivering creative and engaging internal communications for all HCA UK colleagues through a range of channels. Alongside being responsible for employee engagement initiatives, including the staff engagement surveys and embedding a continuous listening culture. You will work directly with senior leaders and stakeholders to ensure that activities and approaches meet the needs of colleagues and the organisation. Above all else, we’re committed to the care and improvement of human life. It’s this guiding vision that influences everything we do at HCA UK. From the CEO to the colleagues on the floor we all have a part to play in delivering exceptional care to our patients. Other’s may think this is just a role in our Corporate HR Team but to us, you’ll be part of a wider team with a unique sense of purpose, one that helps improve lives on a daily basis. What you’ll bring: Previous experience within a similar role with strong knowledge in internal employee communications, engagement and best practices. Experience and knowledge of reviewing internal communications and engagement practices gained through relevant experience, preferably in the private healthcare or corporate sector. Excellent verbal and written communication skills; articulate, compelling, engaging and inclusive. Project management skills. Good awareness of emerging communication technologies. Demonstrative experience in leading on company-wide communications Why HCA UK? Originally founded over 50 years ago by Dr Thomas Frist, HCA has gone on to become one of the world’s leading healthcare providers. In the UK, we’re one of the largest providers of privately funded healthcare and have invested over £500 million in the latest treatments, technology, techniques, medication and facilities. Being part of a large multisite, established healthcare group we can offer you unrivalled opportunities for career progression through internal and external courses, as well as working conditions that prioritise both your mental and physical wellbeing. By caring for our employees, we empower them to provide exceptional care for our patients. That’s why we offer a host of flexible benefits that reflect the invaluable contribution they make every day. As an Internal Communications Manager you’ll be eligible for: 25 days holiday each year (plus bank holidays) increasing with service, with option to buy or sell leave to suit you Private Healthcare Insurance for treatment at our leading hospitals Private pension contribution which increases with length of service Season Ticket Loan and Cycle to Work scheme Group Life Assurance from day one Critical illness cover Enhanced Maternity and Paternity pay Corporate staff discount for all facilities including Maternity packages at The Portland Comprehensive range of flexible health, protection and lifestyle benefits to suit you Discounts with over 800 major retailers Diversity and Inclusion Patients first. Colleagues always. That’s the guiding philosophy behind our approach to Diversity, Equity, Inclusion and Belonging. We believe healthcare is built on a foundation of inclusion, compassion and respect for our patients and for each other. By working together with our colleagues we’re creating a truly inclusive environment, where individual differences are celebrated, and everyone can achieve their potential. We believe everyone should feel comfortable to bring their full self to work and be afforded the same opportunities. That’s why we’re happy to discuss flexible working arrangements to suit your needs as well as offer reasonable adjustments throughout our recruitment process, and in the workplace, to anyone that needs them.