Communications Executive (Digital)

Alliance Healthcare, part of Cencora is a leading provider in pharmaceutical distribution and services, dedicated to improving the health and wellbeing of people and animals globally. Our commitment to innovation and excellence drives us to create impactful communication strategies that resonate with our stakeholders.

Role Overview: As a key member of the Alliance Healthcare UK communications team, the Communications Executive - Digital will play a vital role in supporting digital communications for Alliance Healthcare.

We are looking for a communications professional with internal corporate (business) communication writing experience and digital activation knowledge.

In this role, you will be working alongside the Digital Comms Manager to create content for all our digital channels. You’ll have the opportunity to curate video content as well as working with an agency on video project activities. A focus of the role will be supporting the management of member newsletters and our two social media platforms, as well as cross-working in a small comms team on a variety of projects and events.

Key Responsibilities:

Digital Communications:

• Support the implementation of the Alliance Healthcare UK digital communications strategy, ensuring projects and campaigns are executed within agreed timelines and budgets.
  
  
• Manage and maintain content across all digital channels, including Company Intranet, TV screens, LinkedIn, and digital signage.
  
  
• Assist in managing customer email addresses and data from the customer portal for effective communication.
  
  Social Media Management:
  
  
• Create and schedule content for social media channels.
  
  
• Propose content for the Alphega UK LinkedIn channel as required.
  
  
• Review platform effectiveness and communicate insights and recommendations based on metrics.
  
  Teams Live Events:
  
  
• Support the production of internal and external live events that require digital support, including content creation.
  
  Video Management:
  
  
• Collaborate with external agencies to plan, design, and create video content for communication campaigns, ensuring deadlines and budgets are met.
  
  
• Manage and implement video content across digital channels, showcasing the Cencora purpose and guiding principles through engaging stories.
  
  Measuring Success:
  
  
• Assist in the creation and analysis of communication metrics to assess the effectiveness of internal communication methods and channels, providing recommendations for continuous improvement.
  
  Knowledge, Skills, and Experience Required:
  
  
• Proven experience in digital communications and managing digital channels.
  
  
• Strong proficiency with digital communication tools and platforms.
  
  
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
  
  
• An enthusiastic team player with a proactive and conscientious work ethic.
  
  
• Strong editing skills and a creative mindset for producing engaging content that informs and excites diverse audiences.
  
  
• Experience in social media, websites, and digital video content creation.
  
  
• Strong attention to detail
  
  
• Familiarity with in-house software and tools like Canva and Salesforce Marketing Cloud would be highly desirable.
  
  
• Ability to contribute creatively and develop new ideas.
  
  Team Structure:
  
  
• You will be part of a supportive and friendly team of 6, working closely with functional leaders, communications team members across Cencora and external partners.
  
  What We Offer:
  
  
• Competitive salary
  
  
• 25 days holiday per year plus bank holidays which increases with service
  
  
• Performance related bonus scheme
  
  
• Opportunities for professional development and career advancement within a fast-moving global communications team.
  
  
• The chance to make a meaningful impact in the healthcare sector