Head of Communications and Marketing

We are seeking a dynamic Head of Communications and Marketing to elevate our brand presence and engagement with key stakeholders. This is an exciting opportunity to lead a small but highly effective team and drive strategic communication in a highly specialised and impactful industry.

About the Role

As the Head of Communications and Marketing, you will be responsible for shaping and executing our marketing and communications strategy. You will lead PR, brand positioning, government and public relations, internal communications, and social value initiatives across the organisation..

This is an established role managing a team of three direct reports, with occasional travel within the UK and overseas to attend industry events and trade shows.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and execute a high-impact marketing and communications strategy aligned with business objectives.
• Lead the development of consistent communications, brand positioning, and tone of voice across the company.
• Strengthen market presence and engagement with customers, government bodies, and key stakeholders.
• Oversee PR, media relations, industry publications, and crisis communications.
• Drive marketing initiatives supporting sales and business development teams.
• Deliver high-profile events, trade shows, and company-wide communications.
• Manage a significant communications and marketing budget.

Skills & Experience Required

• Proven experience in a senior communications and marketing role, ideally within a regulated industry (defence experience is a strong advantage).
• Strong stakeholder engagement skills, particularly with government, military, and industry bodies.
• Expertise in brand management, reputation building, and integrated marketing campaigns.
• Ability to develop compelling messaging for technical and non-technical audiences.
• Experience managing PR, media engagement, and corporate communications.
• Strong project management and leadership skills.
• Exceptional written, verbal, and presentation skills.

Additional Requirements

• Experience launching internal communication platforms such as intranets is highly desirable.
• The role involves occasional overseas travel (approx. 3-4 times per year) and regular UK travel.
• Due to the nature of the industry, candidates must be able to obtain security clearance.

Salary & Benefits

• Competitive salary and benefits package offered.
• 25 days holiday + bank holidays, with an option to buy 5 additional days.
• Discretionary bonus scheme.
• Pension matched up to 8%.
• Private medical insurance and permanent health insurance (post-probation).
• Free onsite lunch and parking.
• Life insurance (3x annual base salary).
• Paid professional memberships and development support.
• Enhanced family leave policies.

Why Join Us?

This is a rare opportunity to play a pivotal role in shaping the future of a well-established defence company. If you have the expertise, leadership, and passion for strategic communications in a complex, high-profile industry, we want to hear from you.

Apply today to be part of our mission in delivering world-class defence solutions!