Internal Communications and Engagement Officer

Join our award-winning Corporate Communications department and play a pivotal role in shaping the voice of a vital public service. We’re seeking an enthusiastic and creative Internal Communications and Engagement Officer to help connect and inspire a workforce of over 6,000 dedicated professionals.

Why This Role Matters

You will be responsible for developing and delivering effective communication plans that support our organisational objectives, increase employee engagement, and reflect our values of Caring, Courageous, Inclusive and Learning. This role offers the opportunity to bring fresh ideas and innovative approaches to internal communications, with the autonomy to shape and enhance how we engage with our people.

What You’ll Be Doing

You’ll join a friendly, forward-thinking, and highly motivated team, working alongside specialists in news, strategic and digital communications, multimedia, events and design.

• As Internal Communications and Engagement Officer, you will: Deliver compelling internal content—news bulletins, blogs, staff updates and more.
• Translate complex corporate and national policing messages into engaging, accessible communications.
• Lead on creative campaigns that drive collaboration and bring our organisational goals to life.
• Work with stakeholders across the organisation to ensure consistent, audience-focused messaging.
• Support internal change initiatives through effective communication strategies.

What We’re Looking For

We’re looking for someone who is not only a skilled practitionerbut also passionate about making a difference through internal communications.

You’ll Be a Great Fit If You

• Have a relevant professional qualification or equivalent experience.
• Bring substantial experience in an internal communications role within a large or complex organisation.
• Are a confident, adaptable writer who can craft content for different audiences and channels.
• Have a sharp eye for detail and excellent organisational skills.
• Build strong relationships and work collaboratively with internal and external partners.
• Are confident influencing others and managing multiple priorities.

What We Offer

We believe in supporting our people as much as they support others. That’s why we offer:

• Flexible, hybrid working arrangements.
• Generous annual leave and a competitive pension with life insurance.
• Low-cost gym membership and retail discounts.
• Health and wellbeing support – physical, mental, financial.
• The chance to be part of an award-winning, values-driven team making a real difference

Further Information

Apply now and join us in delivering communications that matter.

To be eligible to apply for this role you must have a 3 year ‘checkable history’ in the UK – ideally this means that you would have been resident in the UK for the last 3 years.

For more information regarding the role please see attached role profile.

If you're ready to help shape the internal voice of a trusted public organisation, we want to hear from you.