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Hitachi

Jan 31, 2025

  • Job
    Full-time
    Expert Level
  • Marketing
  • Madrid
  • Quick Apply

AI generated summary

  • You need 10+ years in communications, strong writing and design skills, project management experience, and the ability to interact effectively within a complex, international organization.
  • You will develop and execute internal communications plans, enhance employee engagement, oversee content creation, and collaborate on strategies to promote advocacy and attract talent.

Requirements

  • A minimum of 10- years of professional work experience in a communications environment with a bachelor’s degree in communications, marketing or journalism.
  • Excellent writing, editing and design skills and Project Management.
  • Effective interpersonal skills in active listening and rapport-building at multiple levels of decision makers, including executive and senior management.
  • Demonstrated ability to work effectively and deliver in a complex, fast-paced business environment.
  • Experienced to work in a complex international matrix organization.
  • Well-developed organizing and time management skills.
  • Demonstrated creative execution across the full range of communications media and formats (short-form, long-form, web, social, video, audio/podcasting, infographics, PPT presentations, executive stage time, webinars, etc.).
  • Fluent in English. Knowledge of a second language will be considered a plus, but it’s not mandatory.

Responsibilities

  • Craft and execute all internal communications plans for the GI business to a high standard that align with the BU strategy for growth, as well as Company messaging and Purpose.
  • Help increase employee understanding and engagement on our Business Unit strategy by strengthening leader and management communications.
  • Work closely with the Head of Communications to develop the internal communications strategy and programs for Grid Integration’s Managing Director and Function Heads.
  • Lead the implementation of the transformation and scale-up strategy initiatives designed to optimize the way we work and our culture.
  • Oversee the activity and content creation being led by less senior internal communications colleagues, such as organizational announcements, webinars, presentations, newsletters, intranet updates, presentations, leadership messages, and IT communications.
  • Work closely with the Global Head of Communications and the rest of the Business Unit communications team to ensure internal amplification of external campaigns, success stories, articles, press releases and other external communications initiatives.
  • Work to increase our people’s use of social media to drive advocacy and attract talent.

FAQs

What is the location of the Internal Communications Manager position?

The position is located in Madrid, Spain.

What company is offering the Internal Communications Manager position?

The position is offered by Hitachi Energy Spain, S.A.U.

Is this a full-time position?

Yes, this is a full-time position.

What is the job ID for this position?

The job ID for the Internal Communications Manager position is R0070521.

What is the primary purpose of the Internal Communications Manager role?

The primary purpose is to drive the development and dissemination of internal messaging and communications strategy aligned with the Grid Integration business unit's growth targets.

How many years of experience are required for this position?

A minimum of 10 years of professional work experience in a communications environment is required.

What educational background is preferred for this role?

A bachelor’s degree in communications, marketing, or journalism is preferred.

What skills are essential for this role?

Essential skills include excellent writing, editing and design skills, project management, effective interpersonal skills, and creative execution across various communications media.

Is fluency in a language other than English required for this position?

Fluency in English is required, and knowledge of a second language is considered a plus but is not mandatory.

What are some key responsibilities of the Internal Communications Manager?

Key responsibilities include crafting and executing internal communications plans, enhancing employee understanding of the Business Unit strategy, and overseeing content creation for various communication formats.

Will the Internal Communications Manager work with senior management?

Yes, the Internal Communications Manager will work closely with executive and senior management.

Are there any specific initiatives the Internal Communications Manager will lead?

Yes, the manager will lead the implementation of transformation and scale-up strategy initiatives designed to optimize work and culture.

What type of environment does the role operate in?

The role operates in a dynamic, fast-paced, and changing environment.

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