Internal Communications Business Partner

Colt provides network, voice and data centre services to thousands of businesses around the world, allowing them to focus on delivering their business goals instead of the underlying infrastructure. Short Description Job Location: UK and Spain Function: People and Culture Employment type: Permanent Set up: Hybrid Why we need this role As we align our organisation to our ambitious new strategy, helping employees understand what’s happening and why it matters has never been more important.The Internal Communications team sit at the heart of the business, and the Internal Communications Business Partners provide vital expertise, supporting the business functions and executive leaders - ensuring our communications are truly driving understanding, engagement and will shape how strategy is translated into a clear, compelling employee narrative, partnering leaders early to influence how change is framed and delivered. What you will do We’re looking for a savvy Internal Comms Business Partner who is proactive, engaged and passionate about all things comms – with a journalistic instinct for a story and an innate ability to produce compelling, contemporary content and expertise at managing digital channels. We’re a fast-moving team with loads of opportunity; you will have autonomy over your own projects and make real time decisions that have significant impact on the employee experience. Business partner to our two sales functions and executive leaders, to support their role in delivering the Colt strategy and engaging employees. This role will also partner with sales support teams of Sales Enablement & Transformation and Marketing Play a leading role driving and supporting the change and transformation agenda. We need help to tell our people what’s coming, explain what’s changing and bring our people on the journey Develop and execute a content plan that adds value and deepens colleagues’ understanding of our purpose and our strategic priorities Embed Colt’s values and behaviours into all your activities across the business to drive positive cultural change and to gain maximum buy in and employee engagement Work with the Senior IC and change comms manager and the wider internal communications team to support their campaigns and projects as required Take the lead on Colt-wide projects and campaigns Ensure a consistent approach across all content created – championing Colt’s core messages, brand guidelines and tone of voiceBalance the strategic and the tactical, this is a hands-on role Measure and report on the results of your comms and campaigns What we're looking for Typical tasks and responsibilities will include: Proven ability to build trusted relationships and influence stakeholders at all levels, including senior leadership. Strong strategic thinking and planning capabilities, with the agility to manage multiple priorities and deliver at pace in a dynamic environment. Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with a talent for crafting clear, impactful messaging. Experience partnering with executive leaders, functions and transformation programmes to deliver effective internal communications. 8+ years' experience in internal communications within complex organisations. Strong background in change and transformation communications, supporting business objectives and employee engagement. Skilled at translating complex, technical or business-critical topics into compelling and accessible communications. Strong networking and relationship-building skills, with the ability to identify stories, generate content opportunities and drive engagement. Highly organised, with excellent planning, project management and execution capabilities. Strong attention to detail, ensuring accuracy, consistency and quality across all communications. Experience managing and optimising internal communication channels, including Poppulo, SharePoint, Viva Engage, Teams and Zoom. Comfortable operating within a global, matrixed environment, collaborating across functions, geographies and cultures. Fluent in English; additional European languages would be an advantage. What we offer you: Looking to make a mark? At Colt, you’ll make a difference. Because around here, we empower people. We don’t tell you what to do. Instead, we employ people we trust, who come together across the globe to create intelligent solutions. Our global teams are full of ambitious, driven people, all working together towards one shared purpose: to put the power of the digital universe in the hands of our customers wherever, whenever and however they want. We give our people the opportunity to inspire and lead teams, and work on projects that connect people, cities, businesses, and ideas. We want you to help us change the world, for the better. Diversity and inclusion Inclusion and valuing diversity of thought and experience are at the heart of our culture here at Colt. From day one, you’ll be encouraged to be yourself because we believe that’s what helps our people to thrive. We welcome people with diverse backgrounds and experiences, regardless of their gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, race, religion, disability, neurodiversity, age, marital status, pregnancy status, or place of birth. Most recently we have: Signed the UN Women Empowerment Principles which guide our Gender Action Plan Trained 60 (and growing) Colties to be Mental Health First Aiders Please speak with a member of our recruitment team if you require adjustments to our recruitment process to support you. For more information about our Inclusion and Diversity agenda, visit our DEI pages . Benefits Our benefits support you through all parts of life, for both physical and mental health. Flexible working hours and the option to work from home. Extensive induction program with experienced mentors and buddies. Opportunities for further development and educational opportunities. Global Family Leave Policy. Employee Assistance Program. Internal inclusion & diversity employee networks. A global network When you join Colt you become part of our global network. We are proud of our colleagues and the stories and experience they bring – take a look at ‘Our People’ site including our Empowered Women in Tech.