Employee Engagement Specialist

We help people grow their savings, protect what matters most to them, and invest for the future. We help companies and organisations care for and reward their employees and members. Whether through our own network of advisers, independent brokers, or innovative digital platforms, we deliver practical financial solutions that make a meaningful difference.

We build and protect our clients’ financial dreams.

Within our federated operating model, Group Finance and Group Risk Management form a central portfolio that supports the financial health, governance, and risk resilience of the entire group. Together, we enable sustainable business performance by providing expert financial management, robust risk oversight, and strategic support across all our brands and business units. As part of this portfolio, the Human Capital task team partners with leaders to ensure our people strategies – including employee engagement – are aligned, impactful, and future-fit.

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Key responsibilities include:

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  Develop and deliver employee engagement and internal communication strategies aligned to business needs and people priorities.
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  Create campaigns, messaging, and creative content that bring our purpose, values, and culture to life.
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  Design and deliver initiatives that build both the employer brand and the employee brand experience.
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  Partner with leaders, managers, and Human Capital teams to embed engagement practices into the employee lifecycle.
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  Produce content for a variety of channels, with a focus on impactful digital communication for hybrid work environments.
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  Manage engagement projects from concept to delivery, ensuring timelines, budgets, and quality standards are met.
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  Plan and deliver internal events, experiences, and campaigns that connect and motivate employees.
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  Build and maintain strong relationships with stakeholders to ensure alignment and successful delivery of engagement outcomes.
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  Measure, analyse, and report on the effectiveness of engagement and communication initiatives, using insights for continuous improvement.
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  Stay informed on trends and best practices in employee engagement and internal communication.

To thrive as an Employee Engagement Specialist, you’ll bring a mix of strategic insight, creativity, and people skills. You’ll be able to connect with employees across all levels, translate organisational goals into engaging initiatives, and manage projects from concept to delivery. The following core competencies will help you excel:

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  Interpersonal Skills – Build trust and rapport with employees at all levels, acting as a bridge between staff and leadership.
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  Communication – Communicate clearly, empathetically, and persuasively, both in writing and verbally, to drive engagement initiatives and share feedback effectively.
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  Data Analysis – Interpret employee surveys, feedback, and performance metrics to identify trends, opportunities, and areas for improvement.
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  Strategic Thinking – Design and implement long-term engagement strategies that align with organisational goals.
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  Event Planning & Program Management – Plan and deliver recognition programs, team-building events, and initiatives that boost morale and connection.
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  Change Management – Lead or support culture and change initiatives, helping employees adapt positively and remain engaged through transitions.
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  Collaboration – Work closely with HR, leadership, and other departments to ensure engagement strategies are integrated across the organisation.