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We are Digital Science and we are advancing the research ecosystem.
We firmly believe that to truly innovate and solve the complex challenges faced by our customers, from researchers and universities to funders and publishers, we need diverse perspectives, experiences, and ideas. A rich mix of voices drives quality insights, fosters enhanced collaboration, and ultimately pushes knowledge forward more effectively.
As an equal opportunity employer, we are committed to building and nurturing a workplace where every individual feels valued and belongs. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, colour, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran, or disability status. Beyond recruitment, we strive to cultivate an environment where inclusivity is woven into the fabric of our culture, enabling everyone to be their best self and do their best work.
Job Description
Internal Comms Associate
Department: Chief of Staff
Employment Type: Full Time
Location: UK
Description
About us
We are Digital Science and we are advancing the research ecosystem.
We are a pioneering technology company, and our vision is of a future where a trusted and collaborative research ecosystem drives progress for all. We believe in better, open, collaborative and inclusive research. In creating the next generation of tools and working in partnership with the community we tackle some of the biggest challenges to research. In order to achieve our vision, we need innovative, inspiring and dynamic people to join our team. Want to join us?
Your new role
We are looking for a Junior Internal Communications Executive who is eager to learn, gets a buzz from good writing, and genuinely cares about how a company talks to its people. This is a hands-on role where you will help keep our employees informed, engaged and connected - from drafting a weekly newsletter to helping coordinate a company-wide all-hands.
A background in tech is helpful but not required. What matters most is that you are enthusiastic, proactive and have a feel for clear, human communication. You will be supported by an experienced comms team and given real responsibility from day one.
Please be aware that we may close this position early if we receive a high volume of applications, so we encourage you to apply promptly.
We are looking for a Junior Internal Communications Executive who is eager to learn, gets a buzz from good writing, and genuinely cares about how a company talks to its people. This is a hands-on role where you will help keep our employees informed, engaged and connected - from drafting a weekly newsletter to helping coordinate a company-wide all-hands.
A background in tech is helpful but not required. What matters most is that you are enthusiastic, proactive and have a feel for clear, human communication. You will be supported by an experienced comms team and given real responsibility from day one.
Please be aware that we may close this position early if we receive a high volume of applications, so we encourage you to apply promptly.
What you’ll be doing
Content & Channels
- Draft, edit and publish internal communications across multiple channels, including email newsletters, intranet posts and Slack announcements.
- Help maintain a content calendar to ensure consistent and timely communications across the organisation.
- Contribute ideas for improving how we communicate with employees at all levels.
- Support the production of visual assets such as banners, slides and simple graphics, working with design templates.
Events & Campaigns
- Assist in the planning and logistics of internal events such as all-hands meetings, town halls and employee engagement initiatives.
- Help coordinate communications around company campaigns, product launches and people-related announcements.
- Track engagement and gather feedback after communications and events to help the team improve over time.
Day-to-Day Support
- Manage inbound requests from teams who need communications support, helping to triage and prioritise workload.
- Keep internal resources and documentation up to date, including intranet pages and comms toolkits.
- Learn how to handle sensitive communications with care and discretion.
- Support company-wide activities such as all-company announcements and All Hands decks.
What you’ll bring to the role
Experience & Background
- 1-2 years' experience in a communications, marketing, content or related role.
- Some exposure to an internal or employee communications context is a bonus but not essential.
- Comfortable working in a fast-moving environment, ideally a tech company or similar.
Skills & Attributes
- Strong writing skills - you take care over words and know that tone matters.
- A genuine enthusiasm for communication and for understanding what makes people tick.
- Organised and dependable; able to keep track of multiple tasks and meet deadlines without being chased.
- Comfortable using digital tools such as email platforms, intranets or project management software (training provided), and working with AI.
- Hungry to learn, open to feedback and keen to grow quickly.
- A positive, can-do attitude and the confidence to suggest ideas even early on and work closely with those senior to you.
Don't worry if you don't meet every qualification—let us be the judge! Studies show that many qualified candidates from under-represented groups hesitate to apply unless they meet every single requirement. We are dedicated to building a diverse and inclusive team and strongly encourage you to submit your application.
Living our Values
We invest in, nurture and support innovative businesses and technologies that make all parts of the research process more open, efficient and effective.
The talent we secure is fundamental to us achieving our vision and our growth plans. The values we live by are:
We are brave in the pursuit of better
We are collaborative and inclusive
We are always open-minded
We are from and for the community
At Digital Science, our vision is to see research flow seamlessly – trusted, collaborative, and accessible – fueling breakthroughs that push humanity forward. This ambitious mission is one we achieve together, by enabling open, collaborative, inclusive research.
At Digital Science, our vision is to see research flow seamlessly – trusted, collaborative, and accessible – fueling breakthroughs that push humanity forward. This ambitious mission is one we achieve together, by enabling open, collaborative, inclusive research.
We firmly believe that to truly innovate and solve the complex challenges faced by our customers, from researchers and universities to funders and publishers, we need diverse perspectives, experiences, and ideas. A rich mix of voices drives quality insights, fosters enhanced collaboration, and ultimately pushes knowledge forward more effectively.
As an equal opportunity employer, we are committed to building and nurturing a workplace where every individual feels valued and belongs. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, colour, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran, or disability status. Beyond recruitment, we strive to cultivate an environment where inclusivity is woven into the fabric of our culture, enabling everyone to be their best self and do their best work.