Internal Communications Coordinator

WHAT IS ON OFFER

Alfred H Knight has an exciting opportunity for an Internal Communications Coordinator to join our growing and thriving Marketing & Communications team based at our global headquarters in Prescot (Liverpool).

Following sustained, record year-on-year growth and continued business expansion worldwide, our central Marketing & Communications team plays a pivotal, strategic role in driving our global visibility, commercial success, brand reputation, and internal community engagement. As our central storyteller and communications partner, you will step into a genuinely influential position that moves far beyond routine administrative coordination to take true end-to-end ownership of high-impact communications projects across our international network.

In this role, you will:

Drive Global Storytelling & Group Publications: Take full end-to-end editorial and production ownership of our high-profile quarterly Global Newsletter - scoping themes, conducting interviews across international divisions, and producing compelling, creative narratives that showcase our company values and people in action.

Internal Stakeholder Consultancy & Engagement: Collaborate directly with central Group support functions (including Human Resources, Health & Safety, Learning & Development, and IT), consulting with departmental heads to translate complex business changes, cultural milestones, and operational initiatives into engaging, accessible multi-channel campaigns.

Lead Creative, Multi-Channel Delivery: Design and distribute targeted email campaigns with structured audience segmentation, while actively maintaining and curating content across other internal communication channels such as digital display screens, physical hubs, and our global intranet.

Expand Your Strategic & Technical Skillset: Gain direct exposure to senior executive leadership and international teams across multiple continents, working in a collaborative, supportive environment where your ideas are valued and your professional development is actively encouraged.

Work Life Balance: Enjoy a great work-life balance with 3 days on-site at our Prescot head office and 2 days working from hom e .

Reporting directly to our Internal Communications Manager and working closely with our Head of Marketing & Communications, you will join a passionate, high-performing team where you can make a visible, lasting impact on how our colleagues connect, collaborate, and thrive across the globe.

ABOUT US

Alfred H Knight is a totally independent, family owned business spanning five generations. A global network of strategically placed offices and laboratories enable global trade by providing independent inspection, analysis and consultancy services to the metals and minerals, solid fuels and agriculture industries.

We have honed and carefully crafted our reputation. Delivering knowledge and professionalism in all aspects of weighing, sampling and analysis. We thrive by continuing to re-invest in our facilities, technology and people. Click here to find out more about AHK.

DO YOU HAVE WHAT IT TAKES?

To be successful at Alfred H Knight you will need to display the following:

REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE AND WORK EXPERIENCE

Essential

• •Storytelling & Publication Ownership:
• Proven ability to lead the production of a company-wide publication end-to-end - from building international relationships and uncovering compelling stories to drafting articles, coordinating sign-offs, and managing layout schedules.

• •Internal Stakeholder Collaboration:
• A consultative approach to acting as a trusted communications partner for central Group functions, translating operational updates and organisational change into engaging, clear employee communications.

Multi-Channel Campaign Delivery: Experience building, testing, and distributing structured email campaigns (using platforms such as Mailchimp) with targeted audience segmentation, while maintaining content across intranet hubs, digital signage, and physical noticeboards.

• •Visual Asset Creation:
• Practical skills using design tools such as Canva to create visually appealing digital and print collateral, including infographics, intranet banners, posters, and briefing packs.

First-Rate Editorial Standards: Flawless English copywriting, proofreading, and sub-editing abilities, ensuring exceptional standards of grammar, tone of voice, and brand consistency.

Required Competencies

Consultative & Inquisitive Mindset: Proactive and inquisitive; able to interrogate briefs, understand core business objectives, and propose creative communication solutions.

Project Governance & Organisation: Strong organisational rigour with the ability to chair comms meetings, track project deliverables, and balance long-term editorial cycles alongside rapid-turnaround operational communications.

Relationship Building: Natural interpersonal skills with the ability to collaborate, influence stakeholders, and build rapport with colleagues across different cultures, languages, and time zones.

Required Work Experience

Proven, hands-on experience in internal communications, corporate communications, or a content-led marketing role (ideally within a multi-site or global organisation).

Demonstrated track record of independently managing an internal publication, campaign, or communication channel from concept through to post-campaign evaluation is essential.

Practical experience using email marketing software, graphic design platform, CMS/intranet platforms, and Google Workspace

Required Qualifications

Degree or recognised professional qualification in Communications, Public Relations, Journalism, Marketing, or equivalent industry experience / accreditation (e.g. CIPR, IoIC)

BENEFITS

We are offering an excellent opportunity with a salary and benefits package to match including pension, life assurance and an employee assistance programme.

If you are invited to interview, please let us know if there are any reasonable adjustments we can make to the recruitment process that will enable you to perform to the best of your ability.

Alfred H Knight is committed to creating a diverse & inclusive environment and hence welcomes applications from all sections of the community.