Internal Communications Manager

Are you a strategic communicator who thrives on storytelling, engaging employees, and driving meaningful internal change? At IPH Group, we’re looking for a dynamic Internal Communications Manager to lead our internal communications function and bring our values and vision to life across our global teams.

Reporting to the Chief People and Communications Officer and sitting within the Communications team, this key role will spearhead internal communications strategies that support employee engagement and change initiatives across the IPH Group.

Working collaboratively with HR, Marketing Managers, and the wider Communications team, you will be instrumental in shaping and delivering high-impact communications that inform, inspire, and connect employees across our member firms.

Key Responsibilities:

Internal Bran

• Create engaging, human-centered content for global and local internal channels

• Develop innovative communications tactics that embed our values and drive engagement

Support Internal Stakeholders

• Advise stakeholders on internal comms best practice, tailoring messaging and channels for impact

• Provide strategic input on a variety of content including speeches, newsletters, briefs, and presentations

• Collaborate with leaders across corporate services to plan and implement communications strategies

Support DE&I Initiatives

• Partner with HR teams and the General Manager of Risk to document and communicate regional DE&I efforts

• Integrate DE&I storytelling into ongoing content calendars

Own Internal Channels

• Own and manage the IPH intranet and internal events (e.g. town halls)

• Maintain high content quality across platforms and measure the success of engagement initiatives

Support for External Channels

• Collaborate on local content for platforms like LinkedIn and support the development of the Annual and Sustainability Reports

• Ensure internal and external messaging is aligned and impactful

Knowledge and Experience:

• At least 4 years' internal communications experience in a corporate environment or professional services.

• Up-to-date knowledge of internal communication tools and strategies, including GenAI.

• Self-motivated with ability to work with minimal supervision.

• Exceptional writing and interpersonal skills.

• Time management and organisational skills, with the ability to manage multiple priorities and competing deadlines, while remaining calm under pressure.

• A proactive, problem-solving and driven mindset.

• Attention to detail and practices to check work thoroughly for completeness and accuracy.

• Degree or similar level in a relevant discipline.

About us:

IPH Limited is the holding company for intellectual property (“IP”) and associated companies offering a wide range of IP services and products. IPH companies employ a highly skilled multidisciplinary team of approximately 1,300 people in Australia, New Zealand, Canada, Singapore, Malaysia, China, Indonesia, Thailand, Philippines and Hong Kong.

IPH companies service a diverse client base of Fortune Global 500 companies, multinationals, public sector research organisations, SMEs and professional services firms worldwide.

The IPH Group is committed to promoting and maintaining a workplace culture of shared respect to enable us all to feel valued and be the best we can be. We encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people and individuals from diverse backgrounds. We remain committed to providing reasonable and fair adjustments to provide a positive, barrier free, transparent recruitment process and supportive workplace.

If this role sounds like a great fit, apply now with your updated resume and covering letter introducing yourself and why this role is right for you.

Successful candidates will undergo a standard pre-employment screening as part of the hiring process within the IPH Group. This process may include verifying key information such as your identity, qualifications, references, and criminal history. By submitting your application, you acknowledge that you may be required to complete any necessary background checks relevant to the role. Kindly note that only shortlisted applicants will be contacted.