Internal Communications Lead - People

Arup's purpose, shared values and collaborative approach has set us apart for over 75 years, guiding how we shape a better world. Arup is a multi-disciplinary firm of designers, planners, engineers, consultants and technical specialists, working across every aspect of today's built environment. As a wholly independent organisation, we are owned in trust for the benefit of our employees and their dependants: with no shareholders or external investors we determine our own business priorities and direction. Watch this short clip to discover how Arup are shaping a better world and how you could be a part of it! The Opportunity The Internal Communications team is a small team plus Head of Comms, focusing on specific areas, which encompass:

• Employee and executive communications
• Content creation and channel management
• Engagement strategies
• Strategic programme support
As the Internal Communications Lead (People), you will play a crucial role in enhancing employee engagement and aligning business goals with internal messaging. Your goal is to ensure crucial messages reach and engage members through appropriate internal channels across the region. You'll partner closely with senior directors within the People team and our marketing and communications business partners for direction and the Internal Comms Lead to ensure communications activities are joined up and form a key part of the broader 12 month internal communications plan that supports our Region strategy the Group strategy. You will work with multiple stakeholders across a variety of disciplines to achieve the right outcomes and will be comfortable working on multiple projects at any one time. The role requires someone who has significant knowledge in change and engagement communications. The post holder will be developed professionally through the UKIMEA Marketing & Communications network and reports to the Head of Communications and you will manage and develop an internal comms officer aligned to the People Team, helping them prioritise where needed, inspiring them in their work and professional development and ensuring they are well connected and supported by the broader internal comms team At Arup, you belong to an extraordinary collective - in which we encourage individuality to thrive. Our strength comes from how we respect, share and connect our diverse experiences, perspectives and ideas. You will have the opportunity do socially useful work that has meaning - to Arup, to your career, to our members and to the clients and communities we serve. Is this role right for you?, Arup is an equal opportunity employer that actively promotes and nurtures a diverse and inclusive workforce. We welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds, regardless of age (within legal limits), gender identity or expression, marital status, disability, neurotype or mental health, race or ethnicity, faith or belief, sexual orientation, socioeconomic background, and whether you're pregnant or on family leave. We are an open environment that embraces diverse experiences, perspectives, and ideas - this drives our excellence. Guided by our values and alignment with the UN Sustainable Development Goals, we create and contribute to equitable spaces and systems, while cultivating a sense of belonging for all. Our internal employee networks support our inclusive culture: from race, ethnicity and cross-cultural working to gender equity and LGBTQ+ and disability inclusion - we aim to create a space for you to express yourself and make a positive difference. Discover more about life at Arup at www.arup.com/careers/your-life-at-arup. We are committed to making our recruitment process and workplaces accessible to all candidates. Please contact Simone Haigh at Simone.Haigh@Arup.com to let us know if you need any assistance or reasonable adjustments throughout your application or interview process, and/or to perform the essential functions of the role. We will do everything we can to support you. Our Application Process To understand what to expect next, please visit Stay safe online - Arup will never ask for your bank details as part of our recruitment process. Recruitment Agencies - We have a Preferred Supplier List of trusted partners to assist us when required and do not acknowledge any speculative CVs or unsolicited candidate introductions from agencies not on the list. Closing Date: 19/01/2025


• Proven management in the field of internal communications in a professional services environment
• Significant experience in communicating transformation programmes effectively to a diverse audience
• The ability to develop strategic, well considered plans and support on tactical implementation
• The ability to analyse and contextualise complex issues, identify key points to be addressed and develop effective, practical, simple and measurable plans to resolve problems
• Have curiosity, a desire to lean across the business to help move the People agenda forward in the context of communications and engagement
  
  At Arup, we care about each member's success, so we can grow together.
Guided by our values, we provide an attractive total reward package that recognises the contribution of each of our members to our shared success. As well as competitive, fair and equitable pay, we offer a career in which all of our members can belong, grow and thrive - through benefits that support health and wellbeing, a wide range of learning opportunities and many possibilities to have an impact through the work they do. We are owned in trust on behalf of our members, giving us the freedom, with personal responsibility, to set our own direction and choose work that aligns with our purpose and adds to Arup's legacy. Our members collaborate on ambitious projects to deliver remarkable outcomes for our clients and communities. Profit Share is a key part of our reward, enabling members to share in the results of our collective efforts. We also provide Private medical insurance, Life assurance, Accident insurance and Income protection cover. In addition, you'll have access to flexible benefits to help you look after all aspects of your wellbeing and give you the freedom and flexibility to find the best solutions for you, your family, and your individual needs. Different people, shared values