
Communications Specialist
Oxford Instruments plc
full-time
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Location Type: Hybrid
Location: High Wycombe • United Kingdom
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About the role
- Plan and run engaging multi‑channel internal communications campaigns
- Write compelling content for email, SharePoint, LinkedIn and our corporate website
- Advise internal stakeholders on communication style, message shaping and timing
- Keep our SharePoint intranet fresh, relevant and regularly updated
- Help employees across the business connect with and understand our strategy and purpose
- Use bespoke tools to create effective communication channels for internal audiences
- Produce short videos and graphics (using Canva) to support internal and social media content
- Work closely with marketing colleagues across the Group to share content and align messaging
- Champion consistent use of brand guidelines and support colleagues in embedding them
- Support the delivery of key corporate reports, including our Annual Report
- Help organise and deliver major events such as the annual Leadership Conference
Requirements
- 3–5 years’ experience in a communications role (internal and/or external)
- Excellent writing skills and a high standard of written English
- Experience advising stakeholders and managing competing priorities
- Confidence using SharePoint, PowerPoint, and Canva
- Knowledge of video editing or email distribution platforms (nice to have, not essential)
- Personal qualities such as emotional intelligence, adaptability, curiosity, and calmness under pressure
- A degree in English, Journalism, Media or related fields is helpful but not essential — we care most about your skills and mindset.
Benefits
- 25 days holiday + bank holidays
- Private health care
- Generous pension
- Car scheme
- Cycle to work
- Income protection
- Employee Discounts
- Life assurance
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Hard Skills & Tools
writing skillscontent creationvideo editinggraphic design
Soft Skills
emotional intelligenceadaptabilitycuriositycalmness under pressure