Head of Internal Communication

Head of Corporate Communications – 12 month FTC

Manchester, Hybrid

HSS ProService is revolutionising the building services industry by offering a cutting-edge marketplace for tools, equipment and materials. As part of HSS Hire's legacy, we're blending innovation and customer-driven solutions to focus on sustainability.

Join a forward-thinking team that's committed to transforming how businesses operate, using the latest technology and a bold vision. If you're passionate about being part of an industry disruptor, this is the place to build your career.

Our benefits include: Extra Holiday buy scheme, your birthday as annual leave to spend time with family and friends, exclusive company discounts, car leasing, and retail, a top healthcare and wellbeing platform including 24/7 GP access and personalised career progression to help you exceed!

Are you ready to make a real impact? We’re on the lookout for a strategic and Head of Internal Communications for a 12-month period. In this role, you’ll be at the forefront of shaping our communications strategy as we navigate some exciting transformation.

You’ll take charge of all internal communications across our companies, providing strategic and operational direction to our CEO and leadership team.

If you’re a communications expert who is happy to get stuck in and lead the way during a period of change, we want to hear from you!

What you’ll be doing:

• Partner with CEOs and Executive Leadership members to develop, manage and streamline communication plans that inspire colleagues, and enhances colleague engagement for all businesses.
• Collaborate cross-functionally to ensure that communications and branding are aligned, including building and maintaining a strong employer brand with the talent team.
• Assist the Executive Leadership teams and Board of Directors with all internal and external announcements including RNS releases, content creation and communication scheduling
• Provide strategic advice on media relations, crisis communication, and public affairs and work closely with external agencies on annual reports and press releases.
• Lead the communications strategy for transformation projects that may impact colleagues, customers, and suppliers.
• Oversee the content development and maintenance of the company’s intranet.

What you’ll bring to HSS:

• Strong background of developing and implementing communication strategies
• The ability to establish trusted relationships with Executive Leadership teams and senior stakeholders.
• A strategic thinker, skilled in adapting communication plans and the style of content for a range of audiences, and according to differing leadership styles.
• The ability to pivot plans at short notice, and the stamina to overcome challenges and identify solutions in an environment of fast-paced change.

At HSS, we celebrate diversity and inclusivity. We understand that, statistically, people of colour and women are less likely to apply unless they reach all the requirements stated in the job description. Therefore, we would like to encourage you to apply regardless if you feel your experience is not an exact match. We believe you could be the perfect fit for this role or a future position!

We’re also incredibly proud to be a Disability Confident Committed Employer and believe that everyone should have the opportunity to contribute and thrive within our workforce – please do let us know if you require any reasonable adjustments during the recruitment process that will allow you to perform to the best of your ability.