Job Description

Are you passionate about creating engaging employee communications that drive positive change? Join Syngenta, a global agriculture company, as we shape the future of sustainable food production.
As Internal Communications Lead for the UK, you will be the strategic energy behind our employee communications across multiple sites in the UK. Reporting to the Vice President Syngenta UK, with UK Leadership's support and a good level of independence, develop and put into effect communication strategies that connect our people, support our business objectives, and continue to nourish our culture.
Responsibilities

• Design and implement internal communication strategy that align with Syngenta's business objectives that meet the requirements of the UK Leadership Team & their communities
• Partner with site leadership teams to translate corporate strategies into fit for purpose employee communications
• Shape communications that resonate across a diverse mix of audiences from office-based teams to manufacturing sites and research labs.
• Create regular communication channels that effectively reach all employees across the UK.
• Create engaging multi-format content for diverse employee audiences
• Lead change communication initiatives during organizational transformations
• Produce weekly digests highlighting key activities across UK functions
• Manage town halls and employee engagement events
• Lead the UK Communications Network of site-level representatives
• Collaborate with HR, Legal, and global/regional communications teams

What We're Looking For

• Proven experience in internal communications within multi-site, matrix organizations with diverse audiences
• Strong leadership and stakeholder management capabilities
• Solid track record in change management communications
• Experience within a large, matrix organisation
• Excellent writing and verbal communication skills
• Proficiency in digital communication platforms and content management systems
• Strategic thinking with ability to translate complex messages for different audiences
• Creative problem-solver who thrives in a dynamic environment

Company Description
Syngenta Crop Protection is a leader in agricultural innovation, bringing breakthrough technologies and solutions that enable farmers to grow productively and sustainably. We offer a leading portfolio of crop protection solutions for plant and soil health, as well as digital solutions that transform the decision-making capabilities of farmers. Our 17,900 employees serve to advance agriculture in more than 90 countries around the world. Syngenta Crop Protection is headquartered in Basel, Switzerland, and is part of the Syngenta Group.
Our employees reflect the diversity of our customers, the markets where we operate and the communities which we serve. No matter what your position, you will have a vital role in safely feeding the world and taking care of our planet. Join us and help shape the future of agriculture.
Additional Information
Site Details
The role is based in the Syngenta Manchester office in Didsbury. This is a hybrid contract with a minimum 2 days per week to be worked in the office, with remote working available for the remainder of the week (for the first few months, there will be a requirement to spend up to 4 days per week onsite), there will be occasional travel to the other sites. The site is a hub hosting varied Global, Regional and Local roles, from Supply Chain, Digital IT to Sourcing and Change Management roles. You will find a dynamic and agile working environment, with a diverse and inclusive culture.
What we offer

• Extensive benefits package including a generous pension scheme, bonus scheme, private medical & life insurance.
• Up to 31.5 days annual holiday plus 8 UK bank holidays.
• 36-hour week working week.
• Learning culture and wide range of training options.

Syngenta has been ranked as a and number 1 in agriculture by Science Journal.
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