Director of Communications and Media Strategy (Hiring Immediately)

JR United Kingdom; England; On-site; GBP 100,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a strategic Head of Communications to lead their media and digital communications. This pivotal role involves shaping the communications strategy, managing the corporate website, and producing engaging content. You'll drive innovation within the Communications and External Affairs function, ensuring effective communication across all levels. With a competitive salary and a vibrant workplace just outside London, this role offers you the chance to elevate your career while making a significant impact in the aviation sector.

Benefits

Annual bonus

Share scheme

Pension

Lifestyle insurance

Airside perks

Qualifications

• Experience in strategic/internal communications and digital roles.
• Strong leadership skills with a proven track record.

Responsibilities

• Lead the creation and implementation of a comprehensive communications strategy.
• Provide expert guidance to the Executive team on media and internal communications.

Skills

Strategic Communications

Crisis Management

Media Relations

Digital Communications

Team Leadership

Stakeholder Engagement

Education

Formal qualification in communications

Job description

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Director of Communications and Media Strategy (Hiring Immediately), West Sussex

Client: London Gatwick

Location: West Sussex

Job Category: Other

EU work permit required: Yes

Job Views: 4

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? Could this be your next role you have been looking for?

London Gatwick Airport is seeking a Head of Communications to lead our media, internal communications, and corporate digital communications.

This pivotal role will shape and implement our communications strategy, manage our corporate website and social media, and produce engaging content. You will also be responsible for reporting, evaluation, and driving innovation within our Communications and External Affairs function.

Responsibilities include:

1. Leading the creation and implementation of a comprehensive communications strategy that includes media relations, digital, corporate social media, and internal communications.
2. Ensuring the strategy informs and engages employees across all functions, building trust, motivating great performance, and enabling them to be positive advocates for London Gatwick.
3. Providing expert guidance and training to the Executive team and senior leaders on media, internal, and digital communications.
4. Setting the direction for the evolution of London Gatwick's corporate website and digital/social media strategy over the next 2-3 years.
5. Developing the communications team to be high-performing and recognized as a centre of expertise within London Gatwick and the wider Vinci network.
6. Leading on issues and crisis communications as a core member of the on-call/incident response team.
7. Establishing strong relationships with relevant investor teams and leveraging available tools and resources.

Experience required:

• A formal qualification in communications or a related field, or equivalent professional experience.
• Success in strategic/internal communications and digital roles within dynamic environments, with experience supporting senior executives.
• Experience in large-scale change and transformation communications.
• Strong leadership skills with a proven track record of managing high-performing teams.
• Extensive crisis management experience, including interactions with regulators.
• Excellent interpersonal and influencing skills with diverse stakeholders.

Personal attributes:

• Reliable, trustworthy, and proactive.
• Innovative thinker and strategic developer.
• Effective multi-tasker and problem-solver.
• Committed to excellence and high performance.
• Calm under pressure and deadline-oriented.
• Relationship builder with strong engagement skills.
• High ethics, integrity, and commitment to DEI.

What’s in it for you?

We offer a competitive package with an annual bonus, share scheme, pension, lifestyle insurance, and airside perks. Located just 30 minutes from central London and connected to over 100 towns and cities, London Gatwick provides a convenient and vibrant workplace. Whether by bicycle, electric car, or train, we aim to make your journey to work easy and cost-effective. Join us and take your career to new heights!

Click 'Apply Now' to start your journey with London Gatwick. The closing date for applications is 6th May. For any reasonable adjustments during the application process, please contact us directly.