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Head of External Communications for Defence and Space(m/w/x)
Leading a team of fifteen at aerospace manufacturer. Extensive Media Relations and Social Media experience needed. 30 days vacation, extra days-off for special occasions.
Requirements
- Strong understanding of aerospace and defence
- Exceptional written and verbal communication skills
- Proficiency in strategic thinking and execution
- History of successful stakeholder collaboration
- Extensive Media Relations and Social Media experience
- Ideal experience in crisis communication
- Effective networking and relationship cultivation skills
- Comfort working in cross-cultural environments
- Degree in Communications, Journalism, or related
- Longtime record in defence-focused media relations
- Experience implementing communications strategies and plans
- Established network of defence journalists and influencers
- Understanding of European defence industrial landscape
- Excellent English and German communication skills
- Desirable fluency in French or Spanish
- Experience managing projects across diverse teams
- Strong networking and interpersonal skills
- Experience in crisis communications and reputation management
- Familiarity with communication and monitoring tools
- Awareness of compliance risks and integrity
Tasks
- Lead and manage a team of fifteen employees
- Develop and implement external communications strategies
- Align messaging with brand positioning and objectives
- Foster collaboration and innovation within the team
- Translate priorities into actionable communications objectives
- Drive performance processes and impact measurement
- Analyze trends and sentiment through media listening
- Collaborate with senior executives and cross-functional teams
- Support national positioning through impactful campaigns
- Oversee media relations and crisis communications
- Train spokespeople in the defense and space domain
- Cultivate relationships with journalists and industry influencers
- Manage Tier-1 media inquiries and coordinate responses
- Implement social media and digital communications strategies
- Drive content creation and community management
- Optimize social media performance through analytics
- Manage and optimize defense-related web content
- Develop compelling narratives and multimedia assets
- Provide mentorship and professional development to staff
- Manage goal setting and performance evaluation processes
Work Experience
- approx. 4 - 6 years
Education
- Bachelor's degree
Languages
- English – Business Fluent
- German – Business Fluent
- French – Business Fluent
- Spanish – Business Fluent
Tools & Technologies
- Media monitoring
- Social media management
- Content management systems
- Corporate listening
Benefits
Competitive Pay
- Attractive salary
- Employee stock options
Bonuses & Incentives
- Special payments
More Vacation Days
- 30 days paid vacation
- Extra days-off for special occasions
Learning & Development
- Upskilling opportunities
- Customised development solutions
Career Advancement
- International development prospects
Retirement Plans
- Employer-funded pension
Corporate Discounts
- Discounted car leasing
- Employee benefits at cooperating companies
Other Benefits
- Special insurance conditions
Public Transport Subsidies
- Public transport subsidies
Childcare
- On-site Kindergarten
Healthcare & Fitness
- On-site medical officer
- On-site gym
Free or Subsidized Food
- On-site canteen and cafeteria
Flexible Working
- Job sharing
- Part-time models
- Flexible working hours
- Flexible working arrangements
Workation & Sabbatical
- Individual timeout
Informal Culture
- Diverse work environment
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Head of External Communications for Defence and Space(m/w/x)
Leading a team of fifteen at aerospace manufacturer. Extensive Media Relations and Social Media experience needed. 30 days vacation, extra days-off for special occasions.
Requirements
- Strong understanding of aerospace and defence
- Exceptional written and verbal communication skills
- Proficiency in strategic thinking and execution
- History of successful stakeholder collaboration
- Extensive Media Relations and Social Media experience
- Ideal experience in crisis communication
- Effective networking and relationship cultivation skills
- Comfort working in cross-cultural environments
- Degree in Communications, Journalism, or related
- Longtime record in defence-focused media relations
- Experience implementing communications strategies and plans
- Established network of defence journalists and influencers
- Understanding of European defence industrial landscape
- Excellent English and German communication skills
- Desirable fluency in French or Spanish
- Experience managing projects across diverse teams
- Strong networking and interpersonal skills
- Experience in crisis communications and reputation management
- Familiarity with communication and monitoring tools
- Awareness of compliance risks and integrity
Tasks
- Lead and manage a team of fifteen employees
- Develop and implement external communications strategies
- Align messaging with brand positioning and objectives
- Foster collaboration and innovation within the team
- Translate priorities into actionable communications objectives
- Drive performance processes and impact measurement
- Analyze trends and sentiment through media listening
- Collaborate with senior executives and cross-functional teams
- Support national positioning through impactful campaigns
- Oversee media relations and crisis communications
- Train spokespeople in the defense and space domain
- Cultivate relationships with journalists and industry influencers
- Manage Tier-1 media inquiries and coordinate responses
- Implement social media and digital communications strategies
- Drive content creation and community management
- Optimize social media performance through analytics
- Manage and optimize defense-related web content
- Develop compelling narratives and multimedia assets
- Provide mentorship and professional development to staff
- Manage goal setting and performance evaluation processes
Work Experience
- approx. 4 - 6 years
Education
- Bachelor's degree
Languages
- English – Business Fluent
- German – Business Fluent
- French – Business Fluent
- Spanish – Business Fluent
Tools & Technologies
- Media monitoring
- Social media management
- Content management systems
- Corporate listening
Benefits
Competitive Pay
- Attractive salary
- Employee stock options
Bonuses & Incentives
- Special payments
More Vacation Days
- 30 days paid vacation
- Extra days-off for special occasions
Learning & Development
- Upskilling opportunities
- Customised development solutions
Career Advancement
- International development prospects
Retirement Plans
- Employer-funded pension
Corporate Discounts
- Discounted car leasing
- Employee benefits at cooperating companies
Other Benefits
- Special insurance conditions
Public Transport Subsidies
- Public transport subsidies
Childcare
- On-site Kindergarten
Healthcare & Fitness
- On-site medical officer
- On-site gym
Free or Subsidized Food
- On-site canteen and cafeteria
Flexible Working
- Job sharing
- Part-time models
- Flexible working hours
- Flexible working arrangements
Workation & Sabbatical
- Individual timeout
Informal Culture
- Diverse work environment
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About the Company
Airbus Defence and Space GmbH
Industry
Aerospace
Description
Airbus is committed to achieving workforce diversity and creating an inclusive working environment.
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