Title: Communications Manager - 1 year mat cover
Home Based Employee, GB
Job Overview
Are you a creative and strategic communicator ready for your next challenge? We're looking for a Communications Manager to join our team on a 12-month maternity cover, starting in August.
In this pivotal role, you'll lead the development and delivery of innovative, engaging communications for both internal and external audiences.
Working as part of LKQ Europe’s communications team, this role proactively supports key functional teams and senior stakeholders within the business and utilizes prior experience and expertise to execute strategies across a complex organizational structure.
Proven experience of delivering high impact employee engagement initiatives across diverse audiences to drive understanding, sentiment, and behaviour will be an advantage.
What we offer
- Competitive Salary – We regularly review our salaries to keep your earnings competitive.
- Enhanced Annual Leave (Including Bank Holidays) – Enjoy a great work-life balance with plenty of time off to recharge.
- Exciting Career Growth – Unlock personal development and career opportunities across the UK & Europe.
- Life Assurance for Peace of Mind – Providing financial security for you and your loved ones.
- 24/7 Employee Assistance Programme – Confidential support for you and your family, whenever you need it.
- Exclusive Gym Discounts – Stay fit and healthy with reduced memberships at top health clubs.
- Comprehensive Healthcare Perks – Access an online GP, a hospital plan, and other wellness benefits.
- Cycle to Work Scheme – Save money while staying active with tax-free bike purchases.
- Retail & Staff Discounts – Enjoy exclusive savings on popular brands and products.
Key Responsibilities
- Developing, creating and managing internal and external communications planning and execution for key communications and business project/s
- Delivering creative, innovative, engaging and re-usable ways of engaging communications using written and digital techniques
- Proactively supporting and collaborating with key functional teams and senior stakeholders within the business
- Being a part of a high performing team – as a member of the key project/ functional team/s, as well as being a key member of the LKQ Europe Communications team
- Acting as a business partner for key functions and ambassador for functional excellence as part of the European Communications team
Skills and Experience
- Relevant studies/degree/qualification ideally with a specialization in communication or in a related field. Change management experience would be ideal.
- International working experience in a Communications team
- Experience in internal and external communications in fast moving and complex organisations.
- Excellent English communication skills, both verbal and written
- Ability to translate complex content and topics into engaging messaging that is tailored to different audiences
- Creativity, innovation ability, passion and work motivation in the ever-changing business and communications environment
Why work for LKQ
- People First: We value our employees just as much as our customers.
- Work-Life Balance: Flexible working options to support your lifestyle.
- Career Growth: Genuine opportunities for progression in a thriving industry.
- Passion for Excellence: Join a team dedicated to being the best at what we do.