Internal Engagement & Communications Manager

Fantastic challenges. Amazing opportunities.

GKN Aerospace is reimagining air travel: going further, faster and greener! Fuelled by great people whose expertise and creativity sets the standards in our industry, we’re inspired by the opportunities to innovate and break boundaries. We’re proud to play a part in protecting the world’s democracies. And we’re committed to putting sustainability at the centre of everything we do, opening up and protecting our planet. With over 16,000 employees across 33 manufacturing sites in 12 countries we serve over 90% of the world’s aircraft and engine manufacturers and achieved sales of £3.35 bn.in 2023. There are no limits to where you can take your career.

Job Summary

As Internal Communications & Engagement Manager, you provide communications expertise to GKN Aerospace in the Netherlands, working autonomously to develop, deliver and manage key communications internally, plan and execute culture change activities and to ensure global compliance of GKN Aerospace communications policies. This role reports to the HR Country Director.

Job Responsibilities

• Develop, deliver and manage internal communications in relation to key strategic activities, in order to support the business and meeting its mission and priorities

• Work in and be part of our HR Team Netherlands and liaising with the external communications director in delivering practical communications activities that support our strategic objectives, translated to the Dutch context and needs of the business.

• Lead and manage key communications activities in The Netherlands, including (but not limited to):
o Optimise the intranet and develop an HR portal; o Support business updates and internal communication regarding people related topics and impactful projects such as HR transformation in processes and systems o Provide support and lead Engagement and Pulse calendar (Engagement and culture) o Create an internal Employee Value Proposition (EVP) for employees that ensures a look & feel and embracing our company culture (vlogs, Employee Resource Groups, Diversity & Inclusion, vitality calendar, social events, newsletter, etc).

Job Qualifications

• A Bachelor's degree in a communications, marketing, business or a related field.
• Demonstrable years of experience working in internal (marketing) communications, employer branding, or a related field within a corporate organization. • Strong in both written and verbal communication in Dutch and English. • Experience in developing and managing internal communication channels (like intranet, newsletters, or employee meetings) or supporting/leading communication strategies. • A creative and innovative flair for content creation and campaign design. • Fervent about the art of communications and its impact for an organization. • Ability to deal with multiple projects and demonstrate effective oversight with a hands-on mentality. • Operate independently and like to take initiative with a clear end-goal in mind. • Excellent communication and presentation skills. • Self-starter with strong interpersonal skills, the ability to take initiative, and a result-driven mindset.

What do we offer

We are committed to offer you a challenge but also a great opportunity to learn and grow. We want to offer you a career that can go to many directions thanks to our breadth of international opportunities. By being part of GKN Aerospace that has proven itself to be at the cutting edge of our industry, you will know that you will be working towards being the most trusted partner in the aerospace industry. We will support and promote your professional and personal development.
Furthermore, we will offer you: • The role is in Grade L2 and according to the CLA Metalektro, • 8% holiday allowance, • 42 paid holidays for full-time employment in line with the Collective Labor Agreement Metalektro (29 holidays and 13 ADV days), • An excellent pension scheme (PME) and travel allowance, • Profit sharing scheme, • A pleasant and informal working environment, in which we work together to achieve the best result for our customers. Next to the attractive package, we will offer you a world of opportunities: we want to see your career fly! We will support your career progression by providing you with learning and development opportunities.

A Great Place to work needs a Great Way of Working

Everyone is welcome to apply to GKN. We believe that we can only achieve our ambitions through a coming together of diverse minds who enjoy collaborating in an inspirational environment. Through our commitment to diversity, inclusion and belonging and by living our five powerful principles we’ve created a culture where everyone feels welcome to contribute. It’s a culture that won us ‘The Best Workplace Culture Award’. By embracing and celebrating what makes us unique we encourage everyone to bring their full self to work.

We are the place where human dreams, plus human endeavour, shape the future of aerospace innovation and technology. ​