Job overview

NICE is the independent organisation responsible for providing national guidance and advice on promoting high quality health, public health and social care. Our role is to improve outcomes for people using the NHS and other public health and care services.  

Our vision is to get the best possible clinical advice and guidance to clinicians and patients, benefitting millions of people. By joining us, you’ll be doing rewarding and meaningful work that makes a genuine difference to society. 

We’re looking for a skilled and dedicated internal communications professional to join our team as we steer NICE through a period of exciting change. The Communications Directorate is responsible for ensuring that all those with an interest in our work understand its role and responsibilities and can access its guidance.  

As we continue to play an integral role in NICE’s transformation, this is an exciting time to be joining our internal communications team. As 1 of 2 internal communications executives, you’ll be responsible for the day to day management of our internal communications service.

This will include responsibility for developing and delivering internal communications plans for a variety of projects and providing support/guidance to stakeholders at all levels. You will also support delivery and management of our internal communications channels, including our weekly staff e-newsletter, all-staff meetings and intranet, ensuring consistent quality and accessibility standards. 

Main duties of the job

Whether it’s managing internal communications campaigns for a range of projects, continually improving our channels, or helping us launch a new intranet, you’ll ensure consistently high standards and quality in our delivery.

Working in collaboration with our existing communications executive (internal), we’re looking for someone with the experience and expertise to: 

•    Lead, write and manage the production of internal communications channels, such as our weekly staff newsletter, staff intranet, news articles and all-staff meetings.
•    Developing and implementing communications plans and campaigns across multiple projects to meet organisational objectives.
•    Proactively identify content and news stories that add benefit for staff and ensure they are kept engaged and informed on all matters relating to NICE.
•    Provide trusted internal communications advice to stakeholders at all levels, influencing where needed to secure the best outcomes for staff.
•    Build effective relationships across NICE with key internal stakeholders, particularly our HR team.
•    Take a strategic approach to internal communication, putting the needs of staff first and developing recommendations based on audience insight.
•    Gather and analyse data and user feedback to inform communications activities. 
•    Incorporating legislative requirements and standards of good practice into project planning, service design and content delivery, including WCAG accessibility standards. 

Working for our organisation

The Communications Directorate is responsible for ensuring that all those with an interest in our work understand our role and responsibilities and can access our guidance and other products and services. We’re responsible for media relations, external communications, internal communications, enquiry handling and content design on www.nice.org.uk.

We can offer you a great place to work with good benefits, flexible working, and a supportive, friendly, and inclusive environment.

Our benefits include:
•    Generous NHS Pension – Secure your future with one of the most rewarding pension schemes in the UK.
•    Flexible Working – Enjoy a healthy work-life balance with options like remote working, compressed hours and flexible start/finish times.
•    Exclusive Discounts – Save on shopping, dining and more with a Blue Light Card.
•    Time to Recharge – Start with 27 days’ annual leave plus Bank Holidays.
•    Inclusive Staff Networks – Join supportive communities like Women in NICE, Race Equality Network, Disability Advocacy and more – we celebrate diversity.
•    Tailored Development – Grow your career with personalised learning and development opportunities.

If you feel this is the type of environment you will enjoy working in, apply today!