Internal Engagement and Events Partner

We’re looking for an Internal Engagement and Events Partner to join Forge Holiday Group on a 12-Month Fixed Term Contract – this is not your typical internal comms or events role.

This is for someone who thinks big, moves fast, and genuinely loves creating moments that make people feel connected, energized and proud to work where they do.

• Salary:
  Up to £30,000 per annum
• Contract:
  
  12-Month Fixed Term Contract
• Location:
  
  Chester HQ - Hybrid working
• Report To:
  Head of Employee Experience
• Team:
  People & Culture
• Working Pattern: 37.5 hours, Monday to Friday, 9am until 5:30pm

You’ll act as the creative engine behind colleague engagement and group‑wide communications, shaping experiences people actually want to be part of (not just another calendar invite).

This is a role where your ideas don’t sit on a slide, they come to life across the business, connecting people, building culture and creating moments that stick.

It’s experience first, comms second. The words matter, but the feeling you create matters more.

This role is for someone who thinks big, moves fast and loves bringing people together.

As Internal Engagement and Events Partner, you’ll lead the planning and delivery of internal events, culture campaigns and engagement programmes across 14+ locations and multiple brands—creating moments that genuinely land, from large‑scale leadership events to smaller, meaningful culture wins.

You’ll bring bold ideas to life and use AI and technology because you’re naturally curious about how they can make work better and more impactful, not because you’ve been told to. Alongside this, you’ll own our internal communications platform and lead group‑wide communications, making sure the right messages land in the right way, at the right time.

If something feels a little left‑field… you’ll probably lean into it.

• Tell stories that connect – Create engaging communications that land, using the right tone, timing and channel, and confidently bring content to life on camera while using AI to improve quality and speed.
• Create unforgettable experiences – Lead the delivery of internal events and culture moments – from leadership conferences and company celebrations to engagement campaigns and recognition programmes.
• Bring ideas to life – Turn bold, creative concepts into seamless experiences, managing logistics, suppliers, budgets and stakeholders with confidence.
• Shape culture and engagement – Design initiatives that bring our values to life and make people feel seen, using insight, feedback and data to continuously improve the colleague experience.
• Collaborate across brands and teams – Partner with HR, Marketing, Operations and senior leaders across the group, building strong relationships and turning big ideas into joined‑up experiences colleagues genuinely want to be part of.
• Champion technology and AI – Use AI and emerging tech to enhance creativity, streamline content and elevate engagement, actively testing, learning and sharing what works while staying curious about what’s next.

• Proven experience delivering internal events, engagement or culture initiatives, ideally across multiple sites or audiences
• A creative mindset with the confidence and follow‑through to turn ideas into reality
• Strong communication skills and great judgement around tone, timing and message
• Genuine curiosity about AI and technology, with hands‑on experience using tools to improve your work
• Confidence on camera, presenting, hosting or appearing in content is part of the role
• Strong stakeholder skills, with the confidence to challenge briefs and champion bold ideas

• Experience in a multi‑brand or multi‑location organisation
• Background in employee experience, engagement, internal comms or events (in‑house or agency)
• Hands‑on experience with AI tools (e.g. ChatGPT, Claude, image or video tools)
• Confidence using platforms like SharePoint, Teams, design and video tools without needing a specialist

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