Internal Communications (Strategic Initiatives) – Senior Manager

General Information

Location: Dublin

Business Area: CBS, Markets - Communications

Reports to: Director of Communications (Olive Stephens)

EY Ireland is seeking a seasoned Senior Manager to lead our Internal Communications team. The successful candidate will play a pivotal role in the oversight and execution of the communications around our new Markets strategy, ensuring alignment with our global strategy. This individual will also be responsible for crafting and disseminating strategic communications on behalf of our senior leadership, devising and implementing best in class internal comms campaigns as well as managing all internal communications related to our new Dublin Headquarters and those relating to other strategic high priority projects. This role requires a strategic thinker with exceptional communication skills and change management experience who has an ability to manage complex projects in a fast-paced environment.

Key Responsibilities

• • Develop and implement a comprehensive internal communications strategy that supports EY Ireland's strategic objectives and enhances employee engagement.
  • Lead on the communication of our go to Market strategy to all EY Ireland people, ensuring clarity, alignment, and engagement across the organisation.
  • Coordinate the rollout of new global strategy, adapting it to the local context and ensuring seamless integration with existing EY Ireland ambition.
  • Design and oversee high-impact internal communications for senior leadership, including webcasts, videos, townhalls, emails, presentations, etc.
  • Oversee all internal communications related to the new EY Dublin Headquarters, ensuring that employees are informed, engaged, and excited about the move.
  • Act as the internal communications lead on strategic projects, working closely with project teams to develop messaging, communication plans, and engagement activities.
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure consistency and coherence in all internal messaging.
  • Measure the effectiveness of internal communications strategies and initiatives, making data-driven recommendations for continuous improvement.
  • Manage and mentor IC Senior Associate, fostering a culture of excellence and continuous learning.

Skills and attributes for success

• • Degree in Communications, Journalism, Public Relations, or a related field.
  • Minimum of 6 years of experience in strategic communications.
  • Deep understanding of change management principles and experience in managing communications for change initiatives.
  • Proven track record of developing and executing successful internal communications strategies in a complex, multinational organisation.
  • Creative thinker with a strategic mindset and a focus on delivering results
  • Exceptional writing, editing, and verbal communication skills.
  • Strong leadership and project management abilities, with the capacity to prioritise and manage multiple projects simultaneously.
  • Fluency in innovative digital communications tools and platforms.
  • Ability to work collaboratively with senior leaders and stakeholders across various functions and geographies.

What we look for

• Someone interested in joining a dynamic team who wants to broaden their experience in a fast moving, technology enabled business world.
• A team player with a strength in coaching and developing others.
• A good work ethic and openness to new challenges.
• Commercial awareness and ability to develop business opportunities in order to generate growth within the firm.
• Excellent communicator with an aptitude to build and manage key client relationships and internal network.

About EY

As a global leader in Assurance, Tax, Transaction and Advisory Services, we’re using the finance products, expertise, and systems we’ve developed to build a better working world. That starts with a culture that believes in giving you the training, opportunities, and creative freedom to make things better. Whenever you join, however long you stay, the exceptional EY experience lasts a lifetime.

What working at EY offers

We offer a competitive remuneration package. Our comprehensive benefits package includes support for flexible working and career development, and with FlexEY you can select benefits that suit your needs: covering holidays, health and well-being, insurance, savings and a wide range of discounts, offers and promotions.

Plus, we offer:

• Support and coaching from some of the most engaging colleagues around.
• Opportunities to develop new skills and progress your career.
• The freedom and flexibility to handle your role in a way that’s right for you.

All our employees are given a benefits package which they can tailor to suit their individual preferences. Our range of benefits include:

• Hybrid Working
• Pension/Discounted Health Insurance
• Web Doctor
• Purchase of Additional Annual Leave
• Free Gym Membership
• Travel Pass
• Maternity & Paternity Leave
• Bike to Work Scheme
• Referral Bonuses & Recognition Awards
• Tech MBA paid by EY

EY is committed to being an inclusive employer and we are happy to consider flexible working arrangements. We strive to achieve the right balance for our people, enabling us to deliver excellent client service whilst allowing you to build your career without sacrificing your personal priorities. While our client-facing professionals can be required to travel regularly, and at times be based at client sites, our flexible working arrangements can help you to achieve a lifestyle balance.

Career Progression

• When you join EY, you will be supported to ensure that you are enhancing your skills from day one.
• Continuous learning, where you can develop the mindset and skills to navigate whatever comes next.
• As you grow and develop here, you’ll discover opportunities to help customise your career journey, so that it’s as unique as you are - success is defined by you, we will provide the tools and flexibility, so you can make a meaningful impact, your way.
• Transformative leadership, we will give you the insights, coaching and confidence to be the leader the world needs.
• Diverse and inclusive culture, you will be embraced for who you are and empowered to use your voice to help others find theirs.
• We have embraced Hybrid working at EY adding greater flexibility and autonomy to the roles of our employees.

Inclusion & Diversity

We hold a collective commitment to foster an environment where all differences are valued and respected, practices are equitable and everyone experiences a sense of belonging: Inclusion, diversity, and equity are part of who we are at EY. We believe that the highest-performing teams maximize the power of different perspectives and backgrounds. These teams are both diverse and inclusive and are willing to invite and learn from other perspectives. Our ability to include various viewpoints into our mindsets, behaviours and operations is fundamental to driving innovation, building strong relationships, and delivering the best solutions for our clients.

We recognise the strength that comes from having a diverse workforce and building a culture where we support all our people to achieve their potential. You’ll be embraced for who you are and empowered to use your voice to help others find theirs. As an equal opportunities’ employer, we welcome applications from people of all backgrounds. Reasonable accommodations are offered at every stage of our recruitment process.

If you can confidently demonstrate that you meet the criteria above, please contact us as soon as possible.

Join us in building a better working world. That’s Why, EY.

Apply now. Application deadline: 13th November 2024.

IMPORTANT: Where Agency assistance is required, our Talent Team will engage directly with suppliers. CVs / Profiles should not be shared directly with Hiring Managers. Unsolicited CVs / Profiles supplied to EY by Recruitment Agencies will not be accepted for this role.