Internal Communications & Employee Engagement Specialist in Melbourne

EBOS Group is the largest and most diversified Australasian marketer, wholesaler and distributor of healthcare, medical and pharmaceutical products. It is also a leading marketer and distributor of recognised animal care brands, generating $13.5 billion in annual revenue. Corporate Affairs supports EBOS Group and its businesses across Australia, New Zealand and Southeast Asia by delivering clear, timely and engaging communications aligned with the Group's brand and strategic priorities.

This six-month fixed-term opportunity is based at Level 7, 737 Bourke Street, Docklands, with a flexible hybrid working model of three days in the office and two days working from home, subject to business needs.

The Opportunity

Reporting to the Corporate Communications Manager, the Communications Specialist will plan and deliver internal communications campaigns, create engaging content across Group channels and coordinate employee events and engagement initiatives. Partnering with the Corporate Affairs team, Human Resources, divisional marketing teams and business leaders, you will help ensure communications are timely, consistent, engaging and aligned with the EBOS brand. This role offers broad exposure across a leading listed organisation and a diverse range of communications, events and employee engagement initiatives.

What You Will Do

• Develop and deliver engaging internal communications across Group channels, including the intranet, newsletters, leader communications and employee announcements.
• Create website content, social media posts and marketing collateral to support external communications activities when required.
• Plan and deliver internal events from concept through to execution, including town halls, leadership forums, recognition programs and employee engagement initiatives.
• Coordinate event logistics, including venues, run sheets, speaker liaison, audio-visual requirements and internal promotion.
• Measure and report on communication effectiveness and audience engagement.
• Maintain employee distribution lists and databases, process invoices accurately and comply with company policies, procedures and work health and safety requirements.

What We Are Looking For

• A tertiary qualification in Communications, Public Relations, Marketing, Journalism or a related discipline.
• At least two years' experience in communications, marketing, corporate affairs or a related area, gained in-house or in an agency.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to adapt tone, style and messaging for different audiences.
• Strong stakeholder engagement, relationship management, organisation and time management skills.
• Experience planning and coordinating events, communications campaigns or projects from planning through to delivery.
• Proficiency with SharePoint or intranet systems, email marketing platforms such as Vision6, WordPress and Canva. Basic graphic design, video editing or multimedia content creation skills will be highly regarded.

What Success Looks Like

• Internal communications are timely, accurate, engaging and aligned with the EBOS brand and strategic priorities.
• Content is tailored effectively for diverse audiences across corporate and operational environments.
• Employee events and engagement initiatives are planned and delivered smoothly from concept through to execution.
• Stakeholders receive responsive, collaborative communications support, and commercially sensitive information is handled with sound judgement and discretion.

This is a unique opportunity to work in a company where you are valued, given the recognition you deserve and suitably rewarded for your hard work.

Other benefits include:

• Novated Leasing & Corporate Rewards - Access tax-effective vehicle leasing and a comprehensive cashback program across hundreds of retail, travel, and entertainment brands.
• Employee Share Plan - Build long-term wealth with our ASX/NZX shared equity program.
• Company Paid Parental Leave - Supporting your family with fully paid leave options.
• Health Insurance Discounts - Enjoy reduced corporate rates on private health cover.
• Mental Health Wellbeing - Free, confidential support via our Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
• Staff Awards & Referrals - Be recognized via our peer rewards and cash referral bonuses.
• And More!

We are committed to fostering a workplace that values diversity and inclusion. As an equal opportunity employer, we actively strive to build a gender-equitable team and cultivate a culture that embraces individuals from all walks of life. We welcome applications from candidates of diverse backgrounds, abilities, ages, and cultures (including First Nations Peoples). Our commitment to inclusivity extends to supporting candidates with disabilities throughout the recruitment process. If you require any accommodations due to disability, please inform us by reaching out to **@ebosgroup.com. We believe that a diverse and inclusive workforce enriches our organisation and contributes to our success.

How to Apply

If you are ready to build a rewarding career with a market leader, click 'Apply' to submit your resume. We look forward to hearing from you!

Right to Work: Candidates must possess full, unrestricted working rights in Australia to be considered for this position.

Background Screening: The preferred candidate will be required to undergo standard pre-employment checks prior to an offer of employment.

Recruitment Agencies: No agency assistance is required for this vacancy.