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Internal Communications Lead

London, United Kingdom

commercial & operations

At Wayve we're committed to creating a diverse, fair and respectful culture that is inclusive of everyone based on their unique skills and perspectives, and regardless of sex, race, religion or belief, ethnic or national origin, disability, age, citizenship, marital, domestic or civil partnership status, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran status, pregnancy or related condition  (including breastfeeding) or any other basis as protected by applicable law.  

About us   

Founded in 2017, Wayve is the leading developer of Embodied AI technology.  Our advanced AI software and foundation models enable vehicles to perceive, understand, and navigate any complex environment, enhancing the usability and safety of automated driving systems.

Our vision is to create autonomy that propels the world forward.  Our intelligent, mapless, and hardware-agnostic AI products are designed for automakers, accelerating the transition from assisted to automated driving. 

In our fast-paced environment big problems ignite us—we embrace uncertainty, leaning into complex challenges to unlock groundbreaking solutions. We aim high and stay humble in our pursuit of excellence, constantly learning and evolving as we pave the way for a smarter, safer future.

At Wayve, your contributions matter.  We value diversity, embrace new perspectives, and foster an inclusive work environment; we back each other to deliver impact.  

Make Wayve the experience that defines your career!  

The role 

As an Internal Communications Specialist at Wayve, you will be responsible for ensuring clear, effective, and strategic communication within our fast-paced organisation. You will craft compelling messages, manage communication projects, and liaise with managers to keep our team informed and enthusiastic about the company's growth and progress. Additionally, you will support day-to-day internal communications, provide insights to support decision-making and change management and reinforce our company culture.

Key Responsibilities 

• Develop and execute internal communication plans for consistent and clear messaging.
• Write, design, edit, and distribute internal communications (newsletters, emails, updates, presentations)
• Collaborate with Marketing Director, VP of People, and senior management on key messages and communicate them effectively to staff 
• Manage multiple communication projects simultaneously, ensuring timely completion and high-quality output.
• Oversee internal communication channels (wiki, email, signage, Slack) for prompt and consistent information sharing.
• Organise and coordinate events (town halls, team meetings, and special events) to foster engagement and knowledge-sharing
• Measure the effectiveness of internal communications and make data-driven recommendations.
• Provide communications support and assist in message alignment for various departments.
• Stay informed of industry trends in AI and autonomous vehicles and internal communication best practices.

About you 

In order to set you up for success as an Internal Communications Specialist at Wayve, we’re looking for the following skills and experience.  

We seek a candidate who combines strong communication and strategic planning skills with high empathy, creativity, and a deep understanding of organisational dynamics.

Essential: 

• Proven experience in internal communications, corporate communications, or marketing (preferably in tech or science-driven organisations)
• Highly motivated, creative, and thrives in fast-paced environments
• Proven track record of strong writing and verbal communication skills, adept at developing concise, strategic and compelling messaging
• Reliable with strong project management skills, demonstrated ability to deliver high-quality work within tight deadlines
• Good foundational knowledge and experience managing communication channels (intranets, newsletters, slack, wikis)
• Demonstrated ability to introduce creative ideas for employee engagement and culture-building
• Insightful and empathetic, anticipating target audience needs, questions and issues
• Design-oriented with a keen eye for visually appealing messaging
• Technically proficient in basic graphic design and video editing software/tools
• Collaborative team player, building relationships and enjoying collaboration
• Proactive problem-solver with a strong track record of driving initiatives forward even in ambiguity 
• Passionate about innovation, AI, and contributing to the field of artificial intelligence and autonomous vehicles

Desirable 

• Familiarity with AI and machine learning concepts
• Prior experience building a communications program at a growing company 
• Ability and interest to support brand marketing, executive thought leadership, PR, social media, and blog/website content as a versatile marketer

We understand that everyone has a unique set of skills and experiences and that not everyone will meet all of the requirements listed above. If you’re passionate about self-driving cars and think you have what it takes to make a positive impact on the world, we encourage you to apply.

This is a full-time role based in our office in London.  At Wayve we want the best of all worlds so we operate a hybrid working policy that combines time together in our offices and workshops to fuel innovation, culture, relationships and learning, and time spent working from home.   We operate core working hours so you can determine the schedule that works best for you and your team.  

For more information visit Careers at Wayve. 

DISCLAIMER: We will not ask about marriage or pregnancy, care responsibilities or disabilities in any of our job adverts or interviews. However, we do look to capture information about care responsibilities, and disabilities among other diversity information as part of an optional DEI Monitoring form to help us identify areas of improvement in our hiring process and ensure that the process is inclusive and non-discriminatory.

Wayve is committed to creating an inclusive interview experience. If you require any accommodations or adjustments to participate fully in our interview process, please let us know

We understand that everyone has a unique set of skills and experiences and that not everyone will meet all of the requirements listed above. If you’re passionate about self-driving cars and think you have what it takes to make a positive impact on the world, we encourage you to apply.

For more information visit Careers at Wayve. 

To learn more about what drives us, visit Values at Wayve 

DISCLAIMER: We will not ask about marriage or pregnancy, care responsibilities or disabilities in any of our job adverts or interviews. However, we do look to capture information about care responsibilities, and disabilities among other diversity information as part of an optional DEI Monitoring form to help us identify areas of improvement in our hiring process and ensure that the process is inclusive and non-discriminatory.