Carbon60 are seeking an experienced Interim Communications Lead to join their client's dynamic team within a leading aerospace environment based in Belfast. This position is a contract position for 06 months from start date.

As this is a contract role, we have both PAYEE and Umbrella rates available. This position offers full time hours of 36 hours per week.

AREAS OF FOCUS

Short term

Plays a key role in the establishment of Communications "set up" and outputs for the New co in Belfast, bringing local needs into alignment with communications approach in the UK as appropriate.
Supports the creation of interim and long term internal communications tools and channels to support the on boarding of colleagues
Works with the project team to define and deliver key messaging and communications materials during the transition phase
Interacts with wider UK and global communications team - and the public affairs team - to manage consistent messaging to external audiencesREQUIRED QUALITIES AND COMPETENCIES FOR THE JOB

This job requires an awareness of any potential compliance risks and a commitment to act with integrity, as the foundation for the Company's success, reputation and sustainable growth.
Personal qualities and competencies:
Established experience in communications (internal, external, community relations)
Experience of M&A comms environment, transformation and change
Good understanding of the company structure, its products and the Airbus environment in the UK
Good understanding of Northern Ireland as an operating environment
Comms plan definition and execution
Strategic thinking while able to act and implement quickly
Ability to connect easily to different stakeholders across functions and divisions
Excellent writing skills and content creation skills
Event management capability
Understanding of local UK media and ability to engage effectively with them
Understanding of community relations and ability to engage effectively with a wide range of neighbours.
Understanding of internal communications channels and ability to effectively engage with colleagues from across the business

The role focuses on establishing and aligning communications for a new entity, ensuring smooth on boarding and transition. It involves creating and delivering key messaging, tools, and channels while maintaining consistency across internal, external, and community audiences. Additionally, the position requires close collaboration with wider communications and public affairs teams to manage stakeholder engagement effectively.

If you are interested in this position and would like to know more, please apply with an updated CV and one of our consultants will be in touch.

Guidant, Carbon60, Lorien & SRG - The Impellam Group Portfolio are acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy