Global Internal Communications Manager

About Palladium Palladium is a global company working to design, develop and deliver positive impact on the lives and livelihoods of people around the globe; broaden access to health, water, power, and infrastructure; build enduring, sustainable, and transformative institutions and market systems to address global challenges; and conserve the natural world. We operate in over 50 countries and have a workforce of more than 2,000 talented and motivated staff around the world. Palladium is part of GISI’s global family of companies, which aims to create solutions for the world’s most complex challenges. With annual revenues of $14 billion, GISI’s approximately 15,000 employees are engaged in projects across 100 countries worldwide providing construction, program/project management, and engineering consulting services. This Opportunity Palladium is seeking a dynamic Global Internal Communications Manager, based in Brisbane, to join our global team and drive the development and execution of our internal communications strategy. This role calls for an experienced professional who excels at crafting impactful, engaging communications that directly support business objectives. The successful candidate will demonstrate a strong record of designing and implementing effective internal communications strategies and campaigns, and will be passionate about keeping employees informed, inspired, and connected. This role will provide creative leadership across internal campaigns and initiatives, ensuring staff remain updated on Palladium’s progress and our collaborations within the GISI Consulting Group. Please note: This is a full-time, temporary position covering parental leave, with an expected duration from February through September 2026. A comprehensive benefits package is included.Location and Compensation: The position is based in Palladium’s Brisbane, Australia office within our APAC region. Candidate’s must have their own working rights in Australia as we are unable to provide sponsorship. Palladium supports a hybrid working model with 3 days in office, 2 days from home. Reporting Lines

• This role will report to the Global Director of Communications (based in Toronto, Canada)

Primary Roles And Responsibilities

• Contribute to a global internal communications strategy and work-plan that improves internal communications in response to the needs of the business
• Continuously improve and oversee / support the use of all global channels, including SharePoint, Viva Engage, Viva Connections, Viva Glint, Global and Regional Town Halls and employee newsletters
• Plan, edit, and write content for all channels
• Lead internal communication change plans for corporate functions and initiatives
• Equip and enable managers across the company to communicate effectively with their teams, including through monthly talking points and ongoing support
• Work with senior regional leaders to develop and execute custom internal communication strategies and plans
• Support an internal messaging strategy that is aligned to, supports, and promotes the organisation’s vision, purpose, and brand
• Drive employee engagement through transparent and effective communications at all levels
• Measure communications activities to ensure the ongoing effectiveness of channels, systems, and processes
• Maintain and continuously improve feedback mechanisms to ensure employee voices are factored into business decisions

Essential Criteria

• Proven experience communicating with a global workforce (internally preferred)
• Ability to understand and articulate complex concepts to leader and employee audiences
• Strong business acumen with demonstrated ability to align communications with core business strategy
• Strong community management skills, particularly when it comes to employee audiences Demonstrated knowledge of contemporary communications best practice (experience with Microsoft Viva Suite strongly preferred)
• Adobe video editing and design skills preferred
• Flawless oral/written communication skills in English

Applications will be accepted on a rolling basis. We encourage you to apply early as the position may close once a suitable candidate is found. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age, or status as a protected veteran. Should you require any adjustments or accommodations to be made due to a disability or you are a neurodivergent individual, or for any other circumstance, please email our team at accessibility@thepalladiumgroup.com and we will be in touch to discuss. Safeguarding - We define Safeguarding as “the preventative action taken by Palladium to protect our people, clients and the communities we work with from harm”. We are committed to ensuring that all children and adults who come into contact with Palladium are treated with respect and are free from abuse. All successful candidates will be subject to an enhanced selection process including safeguarding-focused interviews and a rigorous due diligence process.