Internal Communications Coordinator - 11-month FTC

The Role

We`re looking for an Internal Communications Coordinator to join our Internal Communications Team based in Loudwater, Buckinghamshire on an 11 month FTC. As an Internal Communications Coordinator, your primary responsibility will be to support the development and execution of the internal communications strategy and plan across all sites.

You will work closely with the Senior Internal Communications Manager to ensure effective project management and excellent execution of an array of events, big and small, throughout the year, to keep colleagues engaged and create a positive culture making Dreams a great place to work.

Your role will involve creating content, managing communication channels - notably Workvivo - assisting with events and coordinating various internal communication initiatives.

This role is an 11-month fixed term contract.

Ready to skip the snooze button and get stuck in? Heres a taste of what youll be doing day-to-day...

• Manage our internal comms platform, including crafting and uploading content, running LIVEs, providing day to day admin, collating analytics, and responding to comments and queries
• Lead on content creation for our smaller awareness days and weeks and acknowledgement moments, creating engaging and informative posts, updates and videos
• Support line manager on the project management and excellent execution of large-scale corporate events and lead the delivery of all smaller social events across all sites
• Lead on user generated video production: film and edit content from colleague interviews and repurpose content for internal and external owned channels
• Assist the line manager in the delivery of the colleague fundraising plans for our corporate charity
• Support line manager and work closely with a variety of stakeholders to coordinate delivery of our colleague Whats On` calendar and wellbeing & inclusion initiatives
• Support wider team in communicating and cascading any announcements, successes and updates ensuring they fit with Dreams` brand guidelines and tone of voice
• Write clear and concise briefs to deliver high quality, engaging assets for comms; working with our internal design studio and external agency partners
• Bring ideas and inspiration for future activities, awareness events and how to bring them to life
• Assist with spend management, raising purchase orders and update the comms budget trackers
• Support on all aspects of internal and corporate communications, where required

The Person

This is the type of person we`re dreaming of:

• Strong verbal, written and spoken communication skills are a must: writing, editing and proofreading skills are essential
• Ability to convey information clearly and concisely and in an engaging way
• Ability to act with pace, meet deadlines in a very fast-paced environment, deal with ad hoc requests and adapt to changes in briefs and timings
• Meticulous attention to detail to ensure accuracy and consistency in all communications
• Strong organisation, project management and planning skills to handle multiple projects at once
• Strong interpersonal skills and relationship building skills to interact with colleagues of all levels
• Familiarity with digital and video communication tools and means of communication is essential
• Ability to think creatively and contribute innovative new ideas for engaging internal communication activities and content
• A team player: Ability to work collaboratively with cross functional teams and build positive relationships
• A real energy and passion for people and culture
• Someone who cares about the little things that make a big difference
• A positive, can-do attitude, proactive, dynamic, and organised are all essential attributes
• Experience or significant interest in event management is desirable
• Ability to be flexible and willing to get involved in all aspects of internal and corporate communications

In your dream role you'll also receive...

• Discounts: Amazing staff discount on Dreams products, plus hundreds of brands including restaurants, holidays, and shopping.
• Buy-in schemes: You`ll have the opportunity to buy extra holiday, private healthcare, or savings and loans.
• Parking: We know it goes without saying, but our free onsite parking gives you peace of mind when you travel.
• Wellbeing: We partner with the Retail Trust to offer a 24-hour helpline with a variety of support services, as well as hosting an out of hours GP service.
• Electric Car Scheme - Our salary sacrifice eclectic car scheme is a budget friendly way to cruise around in style and most importantly, lower those emissions!
• New to 2024 - enhanced maternity & paternity pay
• On-site gym, Step into our newly refreshed, free on-site gym, where youll find everything you need to stay fit and energized. From cardio machines and versatile free weights to dynamic cable machines, resistance bands, and even boxing bags, weve got it all!
• Hybrid workin