Head of Marketing and Communications

Newport, UK (Unknown)

Salary Not AvailableSenior LevelPermanent

Posted 2 months ago

Job Summary

Owns and executes the yearly operational marketing strategy while leading external communications, media, and content, across exhibitions, digital channels, and corporate materials, in close collaboration with BD, Sales, and Strategy.

  • Sets strategy and budget alignment for marketing activities
  • Manages external presence, communications, events, and digital channels
  • Leads cross-functional collaboration with internal teams to drive market impact

Job Description

Responsibilities

  • Preparing and implementing the yearly operational marketing strategy in conjunction with the Business Development, Sales and Strategy Director
  • Managing the external presence of the company including:
  • Managing the REUK presence on the Rheinmetall website
  • Managing the company’s presence at exhibitions, working with the Marketing Assistant to develop exhibition materials as required
  • Creation of press releases and advertising, working with the corporate communications team to ensure compliance with Rheinmetall policies and procedures
  • The development and release of white papers
  • Development and creation of video material
  • Coordination of social media content
  • Development of brochures and datasheets
  • Overseeing the purchase of give-aways and company-branded clothing

Requirements

  • Proven experience in Marketing and Communications in a similar outward-facing role
  • Experienced copywriter, fluent English speaker
  • Excellent written communication skills, experience of using a range of communication methods (email, chat services (Microsoft Teams etc.), phone etc.)
  • Experience of using standard computer packages including Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, Excel and Outlook
  • Excellent interpersonal skills; confident in dealing with enquiries and contacts from both internal and external sources
  • Ability to work on several projects at the same time for a variety of stakeholders, without faltering on quality
  • Ability to lead teams, influence and communicate effectively with a range of stakeholders at all levels within the business
  • Desire for continuous improvement and learning; REUK supports education and learning for its staff
  • Due to our pre-employment checks, we require applicants to have lived in the UK for at least 5 years.

Preferred

  • Knowledge of military, defence and homeland security markets
  • High familiarity with the needs and drivers of an ISO9000-accredited defence manufacturing company
  • Experienced and qualified in Marketing, Communications, Business Management or other similar subjects

Benefits

  • 25 Days holiday plus Bank holidays (increasing with service)
  • The opportunity to work flexibly and to work your contracted hours over the week so that you can enjoy an early finish on a Friday.
  • 4-times Death-in-Service Benefit (after 3 months of service)
  • BUPA Healthcare & Dental-Care Insurance (after successful completion of probationary period)
  • Long Service Rewards
  • Employer Pension contributions of 6.8%
  • Salary sacrifice scheme for Cycle to Work
  • Discounted Ferry Bookings
  • Discounted Gym Membership
  • Bi-Monthly on-site massages

Salaries

Head of Marketing median pay in the United Kingdom

£70K/yr

Most earn £63K to £83K. Based on 40 salaries, including bonus and equity.

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Head of Marketing and Communications

Rheinmetall · Newport, UK · Unknown