Head of Marketing and Communications

Ref.-Nr.:

UK00905

Schedule type:

Full Time

Contract Type:

Permanent Part-Time

WHAT WE ARE LOOKING FOR

The Head of Marketing and Communications role oversees the Marketing function and manages all internal and external Communications.

The Head of Marketing and Communications ensures REUK promotes its products and capabilities to existing and new customers in the most effective manner. This should be captured through the REUK Operational Marketing strategy.

The role holder should ideally be familiar and comfortable with high-technology product sales in the military, defence and homeland security markets. The role does not require deep familiarity and technical knowledge of the defence industry and defence electronics, although such knowledge would be of advantage

The role will be the main point of contact for the department within REUK’s division, business unit and within the corporate communications organisation. This will require regular communications with departments and companies across the Rheinmetall Group.

This role will be located primarily at REUK’s offices in Newport, Isle of Wight, with occasional work in Southampton offices if required by the business. REUK also operates a flexible working policy, allowing home working in line with this policy, once training has been completed.

The post is offered as a part-time position (20 hours per week). REUK employees have the option to finish early on a Friday, as part of the company’s flexible working policy.

Very occasional travel, both in the UK and internationally, may be required for events and other marketing-related activities.

This position will be responsible for the line management of the Marketing Assistant, delivering appraisal reporting, support and guidance.

Responsibilties:

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

Budget management

Overseeing internal communications, including articles for Rheinmetall apps

Coordination of product photography

Managing the conference and exhibitions schedule alongside the Marketing Assistant

When required, presenting the company to prospective customers through on and off-site visits, exhibitions, conferences and seminars

Providing Marketing budgetary input to the company’s annual budget review, reporting and controlling budget spend with the Director BD, Sales and Strategy

Providing market input into the annual business plan

Ensuring that company quality procedures are observed

Provide project support where required

Maintenance and compliance with corporate guidelines and policies regarding marketing and communications

Generation of schedules and plans in line with the company’s strategic plan

Other ad-hoc duties as required.

Line Management (including personal development) of the Marketing Assistant

WHAT QUALIFICATIONS YOU SHOULD HAVE

Essential Skills:

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

Desirable Skills:

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

WHAT WE OFFER YOU

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

Excellent Training Opportunities

Recommend a friend scheme

Excellent canteen facilities with a state-of-the-art kitchen, pool table and tuck shop

Staff social events throughout the year

CONTACT INFORMATION

Due to our pre-employment checks, we require applicants to have lived in the UK for at least 5 years.

To apply, please send your CV to joel.fletcher@rheinmetall.com