Communications Manager

Location: Crawley, United Kingdom

Thales is a global technology leader with more than 83,000 employees on five continents. With over 7,500 people in the UK, operating across defence, space, aerospace, and digital security, we help build a future we can all trust. Thales supports the security and stability of our nation by providing extraordinary technology to our customers, as well as delivering social value to the UK with our products and services.

External Communications Executive

Crawley - Hybrid module

Purpose of the Role

Deliver high-quality external communications in support of Thales in the UK’s campaigns and account plans, covering campaign execution, content creation, media support, digital delivery and event amplification.

The role sits within a small team and will flex across sectors where demand requires, but its core job is consistent: delivering the communications activity that supports campaign and account objectives.

Job Overview:

Responsible for delivering communications aligned with campaign and account plans, supporting external messaging across digital, media, and event channels.

Key Responsibilities:

Develop and execute content for web, social media, media relations, and customer communications.

Manage channel tactics including PR, digital presence, and event communications.

Prepare media briefings and coordinate with agencies and internal teams.

Maintain editorial calendars and support measurement/reporting of communication activities.

Decision-Making:

Handle daily content and channel execution within plans.

Escalate risks and approval needs.

Monitor media coverage, social engagement, and KPIs.

Ensure timely delivery and budget adherence.

Skills:

Strong writing and digital content skills.

Project coordination and stakeholder engagement.

Data analysis and adaptability across sectors.

Knowledge of defence, security, and technology is a plus.

Core Benefits:

On offer is a competitive salary and benefits package, which includes;

Performance-related bonus

Half day every Friday, usually finishing around 13:00

28 days annual leave (plus bank holidays) plus opportunity to buy up to 40 hours/year (pro rata)

24 hours volunteering paid for

Private healthcare (grade dependent)

Pension scheme

Life cover24/7 Employee Assistance Program and access to mental wellbeing app

Employee discount shopping schemes on major brands and retailers

Gym membership discounts

You can read about some of our other benefits here: UK benefits | Thales Group

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Security Clearance Requirement:

Due to the nature of the work that we do at Thales, many of our roles are subject to security restrictions. This role requires Security Clearance (SC). It would be advantageous if currently held, however, if not currently held, it is a requirement that the successful applicant undergo, achieve, and maintain SC Clearance prior to commencing employment.

To be eligible for full SC, you generally need to have resided in the UK for the last 5 years. In some circumstances, a minimum of 3 years’ residence in the UK over the last 5 years may be accepted, with additional overseas checks.

Please visit the UKSV website for further guidance: https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/united-kingdom-security-vetting-clearance-levels/national-security-vetting-clearance-levels.

At Thales, we ensure equal opportunities, pay and working conditions for all. The benefits we offer include private medical insurance, buying or selling annual leave, cycle to work schemes, employee discounts, paid volunteering day, stocks and shares, annual bonus and much more depending on the role. about our benefits here.

We are committed to creating a workplace where everyone feels valued for who they are and the unique strengths they bring. Discover more about our programmes, employee networks, wellbeing policies, and inclusive features here.

If this role isn’t quite right for you, we encourage you to join our talent community where your details will be shared with our recruitment teams for other potential opportunities. Join the Talent Community here.

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