People Engagement Specialist

Communications & Engagement Specialist
Leicester (LE1)
£36,000
Onsite: Monday – Friday, 8:30am – 5:00pm
Permanent

We are seeking a dynamic, people-centred Communications & Engagement Specialist to join a busy FMCG manufacturing site in Leicester.

This hands-on, impactful role offers the opportunity to lead internal communications, colleague engagement, wellbeing initiatives, and site events. You will bring the company culture to life, ensuring all employees feel informed, valued, and connected.

Key Responsibilities

You will shape the employee experience by:

• Co-ordinating the annual engagement and celebration calendar, including Valentine’s Day, Mother’s/Father’s Day, Christmas events, long service awards, and more
• Planning and managing site events such as family days, competitions, and recognition activities
• Leading internal communications across various channels: email, newsletters, noticeboards, TV screens, and weekly briefings
• Creating engaging, relatable content tailored to a diverse and operational workforce
• Producing internal publications, including newsletters and site updates
• Supporting and delivering the Health & Wellbeing plan, including health clinics, wellbeing campaigns, pension sessions, and challenges
• Chairing the Charity & Social Committee and driving corporate social responsibility initiatives within the local community
• Managing and promoting the annual staff survey to maximise participation and engagement
• Maintaining fresh, engaging, and up-to-date communication channels
• Building and nurturing strong relationships with colleagues, managers, and senior leaders across the organisation
• Identifying and implementing innovative approaches to enhance communication and engagement

Person Specification

• Proven experience in internal communications (essential)
• Demonstrated success in delivering engagement activities, campaigns or wellbeing initiatives
• Strong event planning and organisational skills
• Excellent written communication skills, with the ability to adapt messaging for different audiences
• Confident stakeholder management and influencing abilities
• Experience engaging operational or hard-to-reach workforces
• Creative, proactive, and full of innovative ideas
• Ability to prioritise and manage multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment

Why Join Us?

This is an excellent opportunity to take ownership of engagement and communications within a well-established FMCG business. You will impact on company culture, employee experience, and workplace morale every day.