Overview Job Title: Head of Marketing and Communications, UK Defence Global Grade: GG15 Location: Farnborough, Portsmouth, Boscombe Down or Bristol with UK travel Role Type: Permanent – Full Time Role Purpose: This role will lead Marketing and Communications for QinetiQ’s UK Defence (UKD) Sector and is accountable for delivering integrated marketing and communications strategies that support the company’s strategic goals and business growth. The role holder will act as a trusted advisor to the UKD Chief Executive and the UKD Sector Leadership Team, ensuring clear alignment between sector priorities and the Marketing and Communications function. They will develop proactive and reactive communications plans that promote the Sector’s capabilities and its role as a key partner to defence customers. The role includes leadership across UKD’s markets in the UK, Germany and Canada, and advising on reputational risk with the sector’s leadership. They will line manage three people and foster relationships with customer communications teams and industry partners. Key Accountabilities

Provide strategic communications advice to the UKD Chief Executive and UKD Sector Leadership Team Lead in the development, management and execution of integrated marketing and communications plans for UKD that support key business activity Lead the UKD MarComms team and collaborate with the wider Group function to tell UKD’s story to internal and external audiences (employees, customers, media, investors) Lead the MarComms function and Marketing and Communications Council to deliver strategic communications aligned to business objectives Develop content and assets for use across internal and external channels Develop a strategic, costed communications plan that supports the Sector’s future ambitions Ensure budgets for UKD communications deliver value for money and ROI Evaluate output against pre-defined KPIs Develop and deliver integrated marketing & communications plans for Maritime and Land; Air; Science and Technology Ensure alignment of messaging and branding with partner organisations delivering large framework contracts where appropriate

Key Capabilities/Knowledge

Excellent communicator with outstanding written skills Experience delivering integrated marketing and communications campaigns Ability to use data and audience insights to shape communications activity Experience of issues and crisis communications Strong organisational and time management skills, ability to work at pace Experience of complex stakeholder management and influencing at senior levels Ability to multitask, prioritise, and meet challenging deadlines with high accuracy Team player with collaboration skills

Experience & Qualifications

Strong communications expertise with a track record of delivering integrated plans Experience delivering strategic communications that support business objectives Experience working with senior leaders in a strategic advisory role Knowledge of using data and insights to shape communications activity

Why Join QinetiQ? As we continue to grow into new markets around the world, there is an opportunity to work on diverse challenges. QinetiQ emphasises innovation and collaboration across disciplines in a diverse and inclusive environment where you can realise your potential. Visit our website to read more about our diverse and inclusive workplace culture: www.qinetiq.com/en/careers/life-at-qinetiq Benefits

Matched contribution pension scheme, with life assurance Competitive holiday allowance, with option to purchase additional days Compressed working option with Friday afternoons or alternative Fridays off Health Cash Plan, Private Medical Insurance and Dental Insurance Employee discount portal and other benefits Support for the Armed Forces Covenant and volunteering opportunities

Our Recruitment Process We aim to make our recruitment process inclusive and supportive. If you have a disability or health condition that may affect your performance in certain assessment types, please speak to your Recruiter about reasonable adjustments. Many roles require national security vetting; some roles may have nationality-related restrictions. All applicants must be eligible for SC clearance, as a minimum. UKSV National Security Vetting Solution: guidance for applicants - GOV.UK (www.gov.uk) Notes

Seniority level: Not Applicable Employment type: Full-time Job function: Marketing and Public Relations Industries: Defense and Space Manufacturing

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