About this role
Job Overview
Can you turn business messages into clear, engaging communications? Join LKQ Euro Car Parts as our Communications Manager and help connect colleagues and customers with the stories that matter. You’ll plan, create and deliver internal and external communications across print and digital channels, bringing our brand to life while supporting our business objectives and corporate strategy.
What we offer
- Competitive Salary – We regularly review our salaries to keep your earnings competitive.
- Enhanced Annual Leave (Including Bank Holidays) – Enjoy a great work-life balance with plenty of time off to recharge.
- Exciting Career Growth – Unlock personal development and career opportunities across the UK & Europe.
- Life Assurance for Peace of Mind – Providing financial security for you and your loved ones.
- 24/7 Employee Assistance Programme – Confidential support for you and your family, whenever you need it.
- Exclusive Gym Discounts – Stay fit and healthy with reduced memberships at top health clubs.
- Comprehensive Healthcare Perks – Access an online GP, a hospital plan, and other wellness benefits.
- Cycle to Work Scheme – Save money while staying active with tax-free bike purchases.
- Retail & Staff Discounts – Enjoy exclusive savings on popular brands and products.
Key Responsibilities
- Plan, write and edit engaging content across a range of internal and external communications channels.
- Keep messaging clear and consistent across every channel.
- Create and manage communication plans and campaigns that support business priorities.
- Develop and maintain fresh, on-brand content, delivering it accurately and on time.
- Support trade shows and customer events.
- Collaborate with our design team and external agencies to bring creative concepts to life.
- Keep social media channels relevant and up to date, bringing fresh ideas for engaging new content.
- Monitor emerging opportunities and potential risks to the business’s reputation.
- Provide proofreading, editing and communications advice to colleagues.
- Support the wider marketing team and other duties as needed, including occasional work outside normal office hours.
Skills and Experience
- Extensive communications experience, including a strong background in internal communications.
- A good understanding of marketing principles, techniques and measurement.
- Experience working with or for an agency would be an advantage, but isn’t essential.
- The ability to work at pace and manage several projects and priorities at once.
- Excellent writing and verbal communication skills, with a clear, engaging approach.
- Strong organisational and planning skills.
- Confidence working under pressure and delivering to deadlines.
- A keen eye for detail and a commitment to accuracy.
- Strong IT skills
- Creative thinking and ideas that bring communications to life.
- Strong consumer and product awareness
Why Work for LKQ
- People First: We value our employees just as much as our customers.
- Work-Life Balance: Flexible working options to support your lifestyle.
- Career Growth: Genuine opportunities for progression in a thriving industry.
- Passion for Excellence: Join a team dedicated to being the best at what we do.