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Director of Strategic Communications (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 seeks a Head of Communications to lead media, internal, and digital communications. This role involves shaping and implementing our communications strategy, managing our website and social media, producing engaging content, and driving innovation within our Communications and External Affairs team.
Key Responsibilities include:
* Developing and executing a comprehensive communications strategy covering media relations, digital, social media, and internal communications.
* Engaging employees across all functions to build trust and advocate for London Gatwick.
* Providing guidance and training to senior leaders on media and digital communications.
* Leading the evolution of the corporate website and social media over the next 2-3 years.
* Developing a high-performing communications team recognized as a centre of expertise.
* Leading crisis communications as part of the on-call team.
* Building relationships with investor teams and leveraging resources.
Experience required:
* Formal qualification in communications or related field, or equivalent experience.
* Success in strategic/internal and digital communications within fast-paced environments.
* Experience managing communications during organizational change.
* Strong leadership and team development skills.
* Experience in crisis management and external stakeholder engagement.
Personal attributes:
* Reliable, trustworthy, and proactive.
* Innovative and strategic thinker.
* Excellent multitasking and project management skills.
* Composed under pressure and committed to excellence.
* Strong relationship-building and communication skills.
* High ethics, integrity, and commitment to DEI.
What’s in it for you?
Competitive package, annual bonus, share scheme, pension, lifestyle insurance, and airside perks. Located just 30 minutes from London, with excellent transport links. Join us and take your career to new heights!
Click 'Apply Now' to start your journey. Closing date: 6th May. For adjustments in the application process, contact us directly.
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