Senior Communications Officer

The Reward Strategy Project team is looking for a Senior Communications Officer for a 1-year fixed-term contract.

Based in the Communications team, this role will coordinate the communication of the Group Reward strategy project, working closely with the Group Talent and Reward team. Whilst the team is based in Cardiff, this role supports flexible working and we are happy to consider remote working applicants. 

The objectives of this project are to:

• Consolidate the elements of our reward approach that support our culture and the Admiral DNA
• Review what needs to be adapted so that our reward strategy is not only fit for purpose for a diversified, multinational, and growing Group but also attractive for future talent and reflects the needs of businesses at different life stages
• Work closely with our Governance teams to ensure that any evolution of our remuneration structure respects and complies with Solvency II regulation

You will have a main reporting line into our Head of Communications and will also dually report into the Reward Strategy Project Leader. You’ll also work with heads of People Services and Communication teams in all the countries of the Group.

You will be working in a fast-moving environment on a high-profile Group-wide project, which impacts colleagues around the business, and you’ll have to prioritise and manage several elements at once, as well as looking after day-to-day tasks.

You will help us provide a first-class communications service to our colleagues, both domestically and internationally, primarily through leading the communications and engagement on a transformational workplace programme.

You will need to be an excellent communicator, both verbally and in the written form. You should be comfortable dealing with senior managers and colleagues at all levels of the organisation. You’ll need to be able to work both alone and as part of a team, often being proactive and using your own initiative. If this sounds like you, you could be just the person we’re looking for!

Key Accountabilities:

You’ll be responsible for:

• The creation of a suitable strategy for the programme and all communications deliverables including coordinating, writing and publishing engaging and informative messages for use across a range of channels to connect intended audiences and drive understanding through engaging content
• Developing and maintaining the communications plan ensuring there is a clear and structured narrative in place to keep stakeholders up to date
• Measuring the effectiveness and success of communications activity, challenging learning from analysis of the data to continuously improve your output and approach
• Applying brand guidelines, communications principles, and tone of voice appropriately across all relevant channels

Knowledge, Skills and Experience

You will be an experienced communications professional, able to develop and deliver engaging communications content.

Essential:

• Experience of working on the communications and engagement of a transformation programme
• Knowledge of up-to-date communication methods (including through Microsoft 365 and the tools available)
• Experience of dealing with and managing senior stakeholders - confident in managing and providing counsel
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to produce communications plans that appropriately line into business plans and strategy
• Ability to translate complex subject matter into accessible and engaging communications
• Great organisational skills and use of initiative
• The ability to work to multiple deadlines at once and be able to prioritise workload
• Project Management skills and excellent eye for detail

Desirable:

• Professional qualification from the Institute of Internal Communications or equivalent
• Knowledge of the Financial Services industry and customer-facing environments

Salary, Benefits and Work-Life Balance

We do not have a set salary for this position, as it will be dependent on the successful candidate’s experience. We are happy to see CVs from all candidates who meet the requirements and will be happy to discuss the remuneration package.

At Admiral, we are proud to be a diverse business where we put our people and customers first. We have great benefits to ensure employees have a great work-life balance; it's one of the reasons why we're consistently voted one of the Sunday Times’ Best Big Companies to work for in the UK. We want you to have an element of freedom to define a working lifestyle that supports this, so accommodate flexible hours wherever possible.

You can also view some of our other key benefits here; https://admiraljobs.co.uk/employee-benefits/.

If you think this role is for you and would like to be considered for this opportunity, please click “apply now” to complete an online application form.

Our Commitment to You

At Admiral, we are committed to being a diverse and inclusive workplace. Admiral is proud to be an equal opportunities employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, reproductive health decisions, or related medical conditions), national origin, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, disability, age, or any other legally protected status.

All qualified applicants will receive equal consideration for employment.

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