Global Head of Internal Comms

Dr. Martens is more than a brand - it’s a global icon with over 60 years of attitude, heritage, and cultural impact. We’re a thriving, values‑driven business powered by diverse thinkers, bold doers, and people who bring their whole selves to work. If you’re ready to make your mark, you’re in the right place.

At DM, our values guide everything we do: Be Yourself, Act Courageously, Show You Care. They’re not just words - they’re how we turn passion into progress.

WHERE YOU SIT

As our Global Head of Internal Comms, you’ll be part of the People team working closely with brilliant people across the business. You’ll be right at the heart of fast‑moving projects that shape how we show up for our consumers - today and tomorrow.

WHERE YOU CONTRIBUTE

This role plays a pivotal part in driving our consumer centric strategy. Everything you do will help elevate the DM experience - whether you’re enabling teams, improving processes, influencing decision making, or crafting moments that matter for our consumers around the globe.

You’ll help us push boundaries, raise the bar, and keep the spirit of DM alive in everything we deliver.

CORE ACCOUNTABILITIES

As our Global Head of Internal Comms, you will be responsible for:

• Strategic Internal Communications & CEO Positioning: Lead the global internal communications strategy, shaping the CEO and company narrative, driving engagement, and translating complex strategy and change into clear, compelling messaging.
• Function Leadership & Governance: Lead and develop a high-performing internal communications team, setting global standards, governance, and best practices while enabling local and functional tailoring.
• Content, Channels & Alignment: Oversee creation of high-quality, brand-aligned content and continuously evolve channels to maximise reach and impact, ensuring alignment with external communications and brand voice.
• Crisis, Insight & Continuous Improvement: Lead crisis and sensitive communications, leveraging data and insights to optimise engagement, refine messaging, and drive continuous improvement.

KEY SKILLS & CAPABILITIES

• Strategic Leadership & Communication Expertise: Strong experience in global internal communications, translating business strategy into compelling narratives, with exceptional storytelling and senior stakeholder advisory skills.
• People Leadership & Influence: Proven ability to lead and develop high-performing teams, build trusted relationships, and influence stakeholders across complex, matrixed organisations.
• Digital & Data-Driven Capability: Skilled in leveraging AI, automation, and data insights to enhance communication effectiveness, audience targeting, and continuous improvement.
• Mindset, Experience & Delivery: Operates with agility and integrity, with extensive experience delivering communication strategies in fast-paced environments, balancing multiple priorities while championing culture and values.

WHAT’S IN IT FOR YOU?

• Hybrid working
• Welcome free pair of Docs
• Share scheme
• 65% off all Docs
• 50% off Accessories
• Pension Scheme through Aviva
• Life Assurance
• 25 Days Annual Leave + Bank Holidays
• Private healthcare
• 2 paid volunteer days per year

READY TO FILL YOUR BOOTS?

If you’re excited to own your impact, shape the future of an iconic brand, and grow your career in a place that champions individuality - we’d love to hear from you.

Application closing date: Friday 22nd May 2026

At Dr. Martens, we are committed to creating an environment in which we can all be our best and bring our authentic selves to work. We encourage applications, regardless of race, colour, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, age, veteran status, or disability. Diverse and inclusive teams have a positive impact on our brand; helping us to speak authentically to our consumers.

We strive to develop a business where our people can thrive and feel empowered to express themselves. Because we believe everyone should feel supported and included whatever their role in the Dr. Martens community.

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