Summary

From our Head Office to the shop floor and everywhere in between our primary goal is to create and deliver a fantastic customer journey for everyone who shops at Lidl. 

With over 7,000 colleagues across our stores, warehouses and offices in Ireland and Northern Ireland we are a big and ambitious team. We know our people are our greatest asset and our success is down to the commitment and dedication of our team.

We are seeking a dynamic Internal Communications Manager to aid in communicating the mission and activities of Lidl’s growing organisation. The ideal candidate will drive both strategy and execution of employee communications and storytelling. They’ll be energised by being a part of a fast-moving organisation and working at pace. Also, they’ll be passionate about using their communication skills to help define our culture, inform employees of what’s important at Lidl, inspire and connect our teams and drive business results.

What you'll do

• Develop and deliver annual internal communications strategy aligned to business priorities
• Plan, develop and manage content across all internal communications channels; intranet, app, digital screens, employee magazine and town halls to ensure all employees are fully informed of news and company initiatives
• Ongoing channel management review and optimisation
• Implement and measure strategic internal communication plans that reflect business objectives and reinforce the company’s vision and mission
• Support other business areas with communications challenges, providing impactful solutions with measurable results
• Build relationships across the wider business at every level and with colleagues across other Lidl countries
• Develop strong relationships with the Board and Senior Directors to craft authentic stories that resonate across a diverse employee group
• Curate and share employee stories, creating compelling narratives that create emotional connection and bring our purpose and values to life
• Management of external agencies on planning and delivery of internal events within budget
• Management of external agency and editorial team developing internal employee magazine
• Regular reporting and measurement of internal communication both nationally and internationally
• Management of departmental budget and financial administration
• Assisting the wider Communications team and Corporate Affairs Department with internal events as required
• Act as a cultural ambassador, ensuring our values are consistently communicated

What you'll need

• Proven experience of minimum three years in the management of internal communications or culture/engagement roles
• Excellent storyteller and communicator with the ability to create emotional connection to content
• Excellent writing and grammar skills with strong copywriting and proof-reading skills and keen attention to detail
• In depth understanding of our business and how communications can impact on this
• Creative ability to plan and design content across various channels e.g. posters and video  
• Data driven approach to measuring impact
• Experienced in budget management
• Knowledge of SharePoint or graphic design is an advantage, but not essential
• Knowledge of different CMS systems is an advantage, but not essential
• Qualification in a communications and media related subject desirable but not a requirement
• Full driving license is essential

What you'll receive

We offer a competitive and transparent salary system, that ensures pay equality across all positions at Lidl 

• €51,000 rising to €65,000 after 3 years
• 20 days holidays per annum rising to 25 days after two years
• Private employee medical insurance
• Company pension
• Flexible start and finish times
• Initial training and on-going development from an experienced team member
• Excellent opportunities for career progression
• Individuals recognised as high performing will be invited to join our Leadership Academy as part of your on-going development
• Dynamic work environment
• Modern office facility with free parking
• On-site gym and canteen
• Hybrid working model - up to 2 days remote working per week
• Mobile and broadband discounts with Three network
• Maternity & Paternity Leave top up, Marriage Leave, Employee Assistance Programme

Lidl is an equal opportunities employer. If you have any particular requirements, we will ensure any reasonable accommodations are implemented as part of the recruitment and selection process. We value diversity and inclusion in our workplace and want to ensure that all applicants have the same opportunity regardless of gender, civil status, family status, sexual orientation, age, disability, race, religious belief, political opinion or membership of the traveller community.