Head of Brand & Strategic Communications (B2G Defence)

constellr; Berlin; Hybrid; EUR 100.000 - 125.000; Vollzeit

Zusammenfassung

A leading aerospace company in Berlin is seeking a Head of Brand & Strategic Communications. This role involves managing the company's messaging and narrative, focusing on government and defence stakeholders. The ideal candidate has 7+ years of experience in strategic communications, strong writing skills, and a background in defence or government-facing environments. A flexible hybrid work model is offered, along with competitive compensation. Join a fast-growing team at the forefront of dual-use innovation in climate intelligence.

Leistungen

Competitive compensation

VSOP (Virtual Share Option Plan)

Flexible hybrid work

Qualifikationen

• 7 years of experience in strategic communications, brand, or public affairs.
• Background in defence, aerospace, space security policy, or government-facing industries.
• Proven experience in B2G or institutional communications.

Aufgaben

• Define company-wide messaging framework focusing on defence and security.
• Translate geopolitical developments into relevant communication narratives.
• Own tone of voice and brand positioning across external touchpoints.

Kenntnisse

Strategic communications

Stakeholder management

Narrative-building skills

Geopolitical awareness

Writing in English

Jobbeschreibung

Our Mission

At constellr were harnessing the power of space to solve one of Earths greatest challenges : climate resilience & security in a changing world. Our thermal satellite constellation delivers the most accurate land surface temperature data on the market equipping commercial players governments defence agencies and global institutions with the thermal intelligence they need to make strategic decisions from national security and infrastructure to agriculture and climate resilience.

Location

Munich / Berlin - Munich / Berlin (hybrid / remote possible)

Your Role

As our Head of Brand & Strategic Communications owns the companys strategic narrative positioning and messaging with a strong focus on government defence and institutional stakeholders.

Key Responsibilities

• Define andmaintainthe company-wide messaging framework with a focus on (Defence & security applications Space critical infrastructure Sovereignty resilience and reliability.)
• Translate geopolitical and defence policy developments into relevant communication narratives
• Own the companys tone of voice and brand positioning across all external touchpoints
• Support in engaging with key industrial and political circles
• Act as strategic communications partner to CEO Gov Affairs BD and senior leadership
• Ensure alignment between comms & marketing business development product / technicalteamsand public affairs
• Provide clear guidance and priorities to the communications (or MarCom) execution team
• Shape high-level PR strategy and media positioning (defence aerospace policy)
• Own press activities announcements briefings and ensure content calendars are aligned with strategic priorities
• Oversee messaging for high-stakes announcements and partnerships
• Governance& Risk Awareness Ensure communications areappropriate fordefence-sensitive and dual-use contexts
• Review and approve externally facing materials for consistency and credibility
• Drive executive thought leadership (op-eds keynotes panels)

Job Requirements

• 7 years of experience in strategic communications brand or public affairs
• Background in defence aerospace space security policy or government-facing industries and an extremely good radar on current affairs.
• Proven experience in B2G or institutional communications
• Excellent writing and narrative-building skills in English. Other European languages are a plus.
• Strong stakeholder management skills at the executive level
• High sensitivity to geopolitical regulatory and reputational risks
• Experience working at the interface with Ministries of Defence space agencies or prime contractors (Nice to Have)
• Understanding of EU / NATO defence ecosystems (Nice to Have)
• Previous work in a deep tech or dual-use environment (Nice to Have)

Why constellr

Work on the frontlines of dual-use innovation bridging defence resilience and climate intelligence.

Opportunity to shape the structure and processes of a growing commercial organisation.

Competitive compensation with VSOP (Virtual Share Option Plan).

Flexible hybrid work and travel across Europe for events and customer engagements.

Join a fast-growing international team redefining how Earth is observed from space.

At constellr we are committed to fostering an inclusive and welcoming workplace. We are an equal-opportunity employer and believe that diversity fuels innovation creativity and the ability to tackle complex challenges effectively. We encourage individuals from all walks of life to join us on our mission to reduce global food insecurity.