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Head of Communications - Aviation Industry Leadership Role (Hiring Immediately), Guildford
Client: London Gatwick
Location: Guildford, United Kingdom
Job Category: Other
EU work permit required: Yes
Job Views:
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Posted:
26.04.2025
Expiry Date:
10.06.2025
Job Description:
Head of Communications
Circa £100,000 + £12,000 flex allowance + up to 40% bonus + benefits.
Role purpose:
Are you a strategic communications leader with a passion for aviation? London Gatwick Airport is seeking a Head of Communications to lead media, internal communications, and corporate digital communications. This pivotal role involves shaping and implementing our communications strategy, managing our corporate website and social media, producing engaging content, and driving innovation within our Communications and External Affairs function.
Key Responsibilities:
* Lead the creation and implementation of a comprehensive communications strategy covering media relations, digital, corporate social media, and internal communications.
* Ensure the strategy engages employees, builds trust, motivates performance, and promotes positive advocacy for London Gatwick.
* Provide guidance and training to the Executive team and senior leaders on media, internal, and digital communications.
* Oversee the evolution of the corporate website and digital/social media strategy for the next 2-3 years.
* Develop the communications team to be high-performing and recognized as a center of expertise.
* Lead on crisis communications as part of the on-call team.
* Establish relationships with investor teams and utilize available tools and resources.
Experience required:
* Formal qualification in communications or related field, or equivalent experience.
* Success in strategic/internal communications and digital roles in fast-paced environments.
* Experience managing communications during organizational change.
* Strong leadership and team management skills.
* Experience in crisis management and interactions with regulators.
* Excellent interpersonal and influencing skills.
Personal attributes:
* Reliability and trustworthiness.
* Initiative and innovative thinking.
* Ability to manage multiple tasks effectively.
* Commitment to excellence and high performance.
* Composure under pressure.
* Relationship-building skills.
* High ethics, integrity, and commitment to DEI.
What’s in it for you?
Competitive package with bonus, share scheme, pension, lifestyle insurance, and airside perks. Conveniently located 30 minutes from central London, well connected to numerous towns and cities.
Join London Gatwick and take your career to new heights. Apply now! Closing date: 6th May. For accommodations during the application process, contact us directly.
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