Business Communications Partner | Internal Communications

SUMMARY:

Our client a leader in the global oil and gas sector is looking to employ a highly qualified and experienced Business Communications Partner to join their Internal communication division in Dhahran, Saudi Arabia.

POSITION INFO:
Position Description
We are seeking a Business Communications Partner (BCP), Internal Communications to join the Business Communications Alignment Unit in the Corporate Communication Department.

The successful candidate will serve as a senior internal communications advisor to the business leadership team. They will be responsible for developing, implementing, and evaluating a tailored and specific internal communications strategy based on the Business Plan.

The BCP, Internal Communication’s primary role is to ensure all internal communications strategies are fully aligned and integrated with the overall Corporate Communication Strategy, and support as the lead communications interface between the Corporate Communication Department and the business.

Minimum Requirements
The successful candidate will have eight to 12 years of experience in strategic and internal communications, either in-house or in a consultancy. Experience in the Oil & Gas or Energy Sector is preferred, with regional experience also desirable.

You will have strong academic credentials, holding a bachelor degree, with advanced or professional qualifications in communications or related disciplines also desirable.

In addition, you will have the following:

You will have proven experience in developing and delivering a multi-channel internal communications strategy in a global, diversified, and agile organization.

You must have excellent communication skills both verbal and written. Strong interpersonal and project management skills.

You must also have professional gravitas, credibility, and diplomacy skills to liaise with senior leaders and executives.

You will serve as a key interface and coordination point for all internal communications workstreams, managing input from key HR and business functions and the broader Corporate Affairs department.

You will have the ability to translatethe company’s vision, and Business Plan to employees.

You will have the ability to confidently present to senior executives and explain communication strategies, techniques, and KPIs.

You will be able to communicate information and objectives and translate these into clear and compelling communication concepts for internal audiences.

You will also have strong and influential relationships with journalists at key business and trade publications.

You must be fluent in written and verbal English, while Arabic language skills are not mandatory but desirable.

Duties & Responsibilities
The BCP will have a direct reporting line to the Business Communication Alignment Unit leader, but will also spend significant time with relevant internal development stakeholders, including: Human Resources, Talent Management, Operations and Business Services.

You will be required to perform the following tasks:

Stakeholder mapping and research that helps to build a deep understanding of the internal audiences and their needs.

Leveraging data-driven insights (including corporate reputation tracking, media analysis, benchmarking) to inform a strategic approach, communication objectives, and KPIs.

Development of compelling, multi-channel internal communications strategy, with input from leadership and corporate affairs.

Development of internally focussed messaging and supporting materials, drawing on proof points to validate messages.

Content development that highlights the strength and USPs of the business, including: internal memos, key messages, FAQs and Factsheets, and strategic briefs for creative content (such as motion infographics, video, website, etc.) with input from relevant functions and Corporate Affairs.

Coordinating with other Corporate Affairs teams to successfully activate the communications strategy – including through media relations, social media, event management, publishing, internal communications, speechwriting, and other marketing/communications channels as appropriate.

Identify and develop a calendar of strategic speaking engagements and opportunities for the business leaders and subject matter experts.

Development of internal communications objectives, KPIs, and metrics to measure the effectiveness and impact of communications and external engagement with content and understanding of strategy.

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