Senior Manager - Internal Communications

Job Description

Job Profile Summary:As a growing firm with approximately 1,800 employees across the globe (around 900 in London), internal communications has become an increasingly significant priority for Man Group. We are now seeking to establish a dedicated internal communications role tosit within the Global Communications team. The successful candidate will be responsible for strengthening our employee communications strategy and taking the lead on day-to-day execution. They will also act as a business partner to the People and CorporateSustainability teams, as well as supporting other senior internal stakeholders as required. Responsibilities:

• Develop and execute a global strategic vision for the internal communications function at Man Group in conjunction with the broader Communications team and other stakeholders
• Manage day-to-day internal communications for Man Group, maintaining momentum for existing initiatives and ensuring that business goals, initiatives and people news are communicated effectively, reflecting the global nature of our business by making useof different channels across the firm
• Delivery of daily employee newsletter
• Develop and maintain firmwide standards and processes across Man Group for internal communications materials and activities, working closely with senior stakeholders in each business area
• Prepare presentations and talking points for senior executives to share internal updates
• Oversee weekly CEO communications to employees
• Work with the Corporate Sustainability team to increase employee engagement and support communications including for DE&I and community outreach as organised by networks and affinity groups throughout the firm
• Support the People team to deliver a strategic communications programme around HR and Talent initiatives, policies, and resources, helping employees better understand Man Groups business and the support on offer
• Lead on strategic internal communications materials surrounding corporate development initiatives
• Leverage in-house metrics and insights, implementing a data-driven approach where possible to further measure employee engagement with communications, aggregating feedback, and tracking progress to refine communications strategy
• Support Communications team with internal communications in relation to issues management
• Compile and deliver ad hoc internal reports on activity, progress and evolving employee engagement strategy
• Drafting and editing of corporate-level award submissions and assisting with developing a strategic approach to applications

Key Skills & Experience:

• 8+ years experience in corporate communications, preferably within a large organisation, developing and implementing internal communications strategies
• Excellent English language writing ability, proofing and presentation creation skills
• Good understanding of financial services and asset management industry language
• Strong issues management experience and calm under pressure
• Ability to interact and influence across all levels of the firm with strong appetite for networking to develop relationships across many teams and geographies
• Strong grasp of DE&I-related themes and issues
• Video and podcast creation experience preferred
• Friendly demeanour and a true team player who is happy to collaborate with others and roll up their sleeves
• Strategic thinker, sound judgement, strong project manager (ability to juggle many moving parts at once), and high attention to detail
• Innovative, creative and a self-starter
• High levels of discretion
• PLC experience helpful but not essential
• Strong academic record

Our Culture, Values and Benefits at Man Man Group is proud to provide the best working environment possible for all of its employees, and we are committed to equal opportunities. At Man Group we believe that a diverse workforce is a critical factor in the success of our business and this is embeddedin our culture and values. There are a number of external and internal initiatives, partnerships and programmes that help us to attract and develop talent from diverse backgrounds and that encourage inclusion and diversity across our firm and the industry.Man Group is a Signatory of the Women in Finance Charter and the Race at Work Charter. Man Group is also a Disability Confident Committed employer; if you require help or information on reasonable adjustments as you apply for roles with us, please contact. https://diversity Man Group supports many charities, and global initiatives. We support professional training and development, and requests for flexible or part-time working. Employees are also offered two Mankind days of paid leave per year as part of the Man Charitable Trustscommunity volunteering programme. We offer comprehensive, firm-wide employee benefits including competitive holiday entitlements, pension/401k, life and long-term disability coverage, group sick pay, enhanced parental leave and long-service leave. Additional benefits are tailored to local marketsand may include private medical coverage, discounted gym membership and wellbeing programmes.