COMMUNICATIONS AND ENGAGEMENT SPECIALIST

ITP Aero is looking to recruit a passionate communications specialist to deliver the business’ ambitious communications strategy, drive employee engagement and embed the ITP brand within the aerospace industry and local community.

This will be a varied and interesting role that will provide lots of challenge. The number one priority of the role will be helping to lead internal communication and engagement activity at our Hucknall Site, which employs nearly 800 employees, as well as our other UK sites. You will be focussed on creating a positive culture and working environment for our people. The role will also have a responsibility for ITP Aero’s external communications in the UK, including support to Government Relations at a local and national level. You will work to engage our local communities, support media relations and create content for our social media platforms in coordination with the Communications & Government Affairs corporate department.

The role is based in Hucknall, UK, with occasional travel to Leicestershire and ITP HQ in Spain. There is an option to work from home up to two days per week.

ITP Aero is a leading aircraft engine and components company employing more than 5,500 employees globally, with production centres in Spain, UK, Mexico, India, US and Malta.

ITP Aero provides through-life services to a range of aero engine components for global customers including Rolls-Royce, GE, Pratt & Whitney and the Spanish Ministry of Defence.

Through its engineering excellence, ITP Aero continues to develop technologies, products

and services that contribute to an increasingly sustainable aviation sector.

What are the key objectives of this role?

• Defining and executing an annual communication plan for the UK, aligned with ITP Aero's corporate strategy.
• Working closely with the UK leadership team to help shape and deliver a clear communications campaign to promote employee engagement within the workplace.
• Working closely with the Communications & Government Affairs department to ensure global strategy implementation in the UK.
• Managing employee, customer and community events and coordinating visits of government and other customers and officials to the organisation.
• Seeking out UK internal news opportunities to share within ITP Aero globally, then working with the cooperate communications team to create UK content for social media.
• Writing press releases, speeches, and other communication materials related to Government affairs, funding opportunities/programmes.
• Keeping track of legislative, policy and funding activities at local, regional, and national levels, and preparing and presenting summaries to senior management on relevant topics.
• Promoting local community engagement.
• Supporting positive internal and external communication in line with our commitment to Diversity, Equity and Inclusion.
• Boosting the ITP Aero brand in the UK.

 What profile are we looking for?

• Excellent verbal and written communications skills.
• Relevant experience and a passion for internal communications & employee engagement.
• Ability to work at a global level, with colleagues from different nationalities and cultures.
• Project Management experience.
• Experience in external communications to boost the company’s profile in the UK.
• Social media and digital communications experience.
• Ability to build strong relationships across the business, with internal employees and the wider community.
• It would be great if you have some Government Relations experience or an interest in supporting the ITP Leadership team, both at local and national level.
• A desire to grow with the company in the UK and globally; Love the Challenge!

 ​ What is the location?

Address: ITP Aero UK Ltd, Harrier Business Park, Dorey Way, Hucknall, Nottinghamshire, NG15 6YG

Google Maps: https://goo.gl/maps/kCU4BAjtGHk7VsiQ9

 What is the remuneration and competitive employee benefits?

The role is graded Staff Grade 9 to10. Base salary will start from £48,000 depending on the skills and experience of the successful candidate.

Our benefits include:

• 25 days annual leave (inclusive of 5 fixed holidays)
• 6 Leisure days – Accrued through working an additional hour per week in addition to your contracted hours.
• ITP Aero Group Personal Pension Scheme – Salary Sacrifice pension contributions increase with length of service to a maximum company contribution of 12% after 3 years of service.
• You will have the option to contribute more to your pension through salary sacrifice Additional Voluntary Contributions (AVC’s).
• Hybrid Working (dependant on role)
• Flexible Benefits platform with a range of flexible benefits on offer
• Life Assurance – 6x salary to your nominated beneficiary(s)
• Income Protection - In the event of long-term sickness
• Cycle to Work Scheme
• Discount platform
• Enhanced Sick Pay
• Enhanced Pay for Maternity and Paternity (in line with statutory service dates)
• Additional Leave for Marriage, Moving House and Dependant leave.
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Access to 24/7 GP
• Earn vouchers through healthy living.
• Paid Professional Membership
• Bonus Scheme applicable to role
• Opportunity for growth and internal promotion

 Closing Date

The closing date for applications is 30th November 2024 at midnight.

Often, we receive a high volume of applications for our vacancies. On these occasions, we may close applications for the role early. We recommend submitting your application as early as possible for consideration.

❓​​❔ I have questions about the role, who can I contact?

If you need any clarification about the vacancy and/or the recruitment process, please do not hesitate to contact our HR Team via email: ukpeopleteam@itpaero.com.