Communications Business Partner (Banking)

TL;DR

Communications Business Partner (Banking): Supporting the People & Places/Group HR function by delivering clear, human communications that support transformation and simplification with an accent on business partnering and stakeholder management. Focus on translating complex priorities into engaging narratives and supporting leaders to communicate change effectively.

Location: Hybrid (Must be based in the UK; office attendance in Bristol, Birmingham, Edinburgh, or Leeds is required at least 2 days per week)

Salary: £61,344 – £68,160 per annum

Company

hirify.global is a leading UK financial institution focused on rebooting its brand and building the future of finance.

What you will do

• Act as a communications partner to leaders within the People & Places/Group HR function, providing strategic advice and delivery support.
• Translate complex organizational change and priorities into clear, accessible, and human stories for colleagues.
• Develop and execute communication plans aligned with transformation, colleague experience, and functional priorities.
• Support leadership in communicating change effectively and authentically, including strategic resets.
• Plan and deliver high-impact moments such as all-colleague calls, leadership events, and cross-Group campaigns.
• Utilize AI tools responsibly to improve the pace, quality, and efficiency of drafting and planning.

Requirements

• 5+ years of experience in a corporate communications role, spanning both internal and external communications.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills with the ability to simplify complex information.
• Confidence in engaging and adapting communication styles for senior stakeholders.
• A collaborative mindset and a curious approach to the application of AI tools.
• Ability to adhere to a hybrid work pattern (minimum 40% of time in office).

Nice to have

• Experience supporting large-scale change or transformation activity.
• Experience managing communications around sensitive societal or reputational matters.
• Ability to use data, insight, and feedback to drive communication decisions.
• Experience working within large, complex corporate organizations.

Culture & Benefits

• Extensive benefits package.
• Strong commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion, including a menopause health package and Working with Cancer Initiative.
• Flexible working policies and reasonable workplace adjustments for colleagues with disabilities.
• Supportive, high-performing team environment that values curiosity and simplicity.
• Guaranteed interviews for qualified applicants with disabilities or neurodivergent conditions via the Disability Confident Scheme.