We are looking for a communicator to ensure our 450 staff members are informed and involved to help shape the future of our company. The Communications Officer role is instrumental in keeping staff informed and aware of campaigns and initiatives across the business.,
* Focus on Internal Communications, producing written content that follows a content schedule and help shape our corporate messaging.
* Delivering well written and engaging content within the company Intranet, Website and Social Media Channels.
* To source, write and edit clear and engaging content for our key internal communications.
* Proactively identify opportunities to create written content that promotes the work our people do, both internally and externally.
* On occasion, assist other members of the Support Services department in delivering company service objectives.
* To be an active member of the communications team, prepared to support other communications projects as required whilst using your own initiative to pitch new ideas and create content.
Excellent written communication and copy writing skills
* Experience in working with staff and senior management
* Evidence of creative-writing skills.
* Work well within a team as well working on your own and remotely.
* There may be a requirement for occasional out of hours working (e.g. attending customer events).
* Degree educated is desirable, ideally in Communications, Public Relations or Marketing - but not mandatory.
* At least 1-2 years of communications experience, ideally within a large organisation or Public Relations agency.
Founded in 1964, George Leslie Ltd is a privately owned Civil Engineering Contractor, operating throughout Scotland. Through controlled organic growth, the company has established a reputation as a resourceful infrastructure contractor, capable of undertaking a diverse range of Civil Engineering works covering the road & bridgeworks, railway, marine, power & telecommunication, water & wastewater and renewable energy sectors.
Work is undertaken throughout Scotland, with the same attention to detail applied to every contract from the smallest to largest, through the personal involvement of senior members of staff, dedicated to providing a high quality of service to its customers. The experienced in-house site construction teams are supported by a core of specialist office-based staff undertaking project development, design coordination, temporary works design, planning & programming and risk management., We are committed to providing employment opportunities regardless of age, disability, gender, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief, sex, sexual orientation, or any other protected characteristic by law. If there are preparations we can make to help ensure you have a positive interview experience, please let us know. We promote equal opportunity within George Leslie and value diversity in our workforce. Our commitment to Equal Opportunity and Diversity begins with our recruitment and selection process. We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable adjustments to participate in the job application or interview process. If you consider yourself to have a disability or learning difficulty which means you are unable to complete the application process online, please get in touch by email or telephone so that we can make alternative arrangements for you.
SALARY : £28,000 - £32,000 (depending on experience) What do we offer? We offer the chance to work in a friendly, hard-working and high-achieving team where you will be encouraged to take responsibility, develop yourself and see the difference you are making to the business. We provide a range of benefits, including private healthcare, pension, discounts and flexible working arrangements. Our head office is in Barrhead (one mile from Barrhead train station) in our own building. We also offer flexible working options.