Head of PR %26 Communications –ISE

BAE Systems; Riyadh; On-site; SAR 300,000 - 400,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading defense and technology company in Riyadh is seeking a Head of PR & Communications to lead its communications strategy and enhance brand awareness. The ideal candidate will have over 8 years of PR experience, excellent communication skills, and a relevant degree. This role includes managing marketing strategies and liaising with senior stakeholders. A competitive salary and benefits are offered including health care and gym membership.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Generous leave allowance

Full health care scheme

Discounted gym membership

Qualifications

• 8+ years’ experience in a PR and/or communications role.
• Good numeracy and excellent English literacy skills.
• Experience in developing promotional campaigns and managing budgets.

Responsibilities

• Lead the Communications strategy aligned with business priorities.
• Create and develop Marketing strategies with associated plans.
• Support senior stakeholders to develop engaging content.

Skills

PR experience

Communication skills

Leadership

Event Management

Digital media experience

Education

BA level degree

Tools

MS Office

Content Management Systems

Job description

(Saudi National Only)

Grade: GG14

Location: RIYADH

Advert closing: 10/11/2025

Accountabilities

The Head of PR & Communications positon holder will lead and support the Communications strategy in line with the International Systems Engineering (ISE) and BAE Systems KSA business priorities through agreed messaging to promote ISE across a series of developed communications channels, including online activities, events, internal and external exposure.

In line with a competitive market environment, ISE has undertaken a strategic refresh to appropriately position itself within the market, which will be implemented alongside a branding refresh to modernise and support external business targets. This is an exciting opportunity to redevelop the existing communications strategy to redefine internal and external awareness of a local business supporting critical national infrastructure.

Responsibilities

The Head of PR & Communications will report directly to the ISE CEO, working closely with Communications leads from BAE Systems and BAE Systems Arabian Industries. They will create and develop the Communications and Marketing strategies with associated plans that are aligned to the business priorities.

Deliverables

• Lead ISE through a branding refresh, and create associated collateral in line with business strategy.
• Increase brand awareness in the external market, working closely with BAE Systems local and global lines of business to ensure alignment.
• Lead the presence of ISE at significant Defense and related sector events, such as World Defense Show
• Support & guide senior stakeholders to develop and deliver engaging content to our colleagues through various communication channels.
• Develop and implement the strategic communications plan to support business priorities.
• Build effective internal networks to gather content from around the business, and map out key messages to tell our story of achievements and capabilities into a content narrative to highlight through our communications channels.
• Supporting the leadership team to guide and enable them to engage with our internal employees through various communication tools and channels: email, videos, blogs, artwork-infographics, intranet, internal employee app to deliver key messages
• Manage employee events from start to finish, along with a creative theme that links back to our values.
• Collaborate with communications colleagues through joint initiatives and share best practice.
• Support with high level decision making by providing monthly reporting of communication activities, effectiveness, to improve the efficiency of communication and engagement.
• Continuously monitor all internal and external content is on brand and consistent with tone of voice.

Job Requirements

• 8+ years’ experience in PR and/or communications role(s)
• Previous experience in Digital, Cyber or IT sector preferable but not essential.
• Educated to university standard (min. BA level degree holder).
• Good numeracy and excellent English literacy skills are essential.
• Previous experience of digital media, brand and marcomms techniques.
• A good communicator with good interpersonal skills who will be required to work effectively at all levels both internally and externally.
• Experience of developing, creating and managing promotional campaigns, marketing and PR activities with associated costs and working to budget restraints
• Experience of Event Management
• Complete understanding of key functions relating to marketing and PR strategies and initiatives whilst managing multiple work streams
• Excellent stakeholder management
• Computer literate, able to effectively use MS Office applications and a good understanding of Content Management Systems.
• Experience in leadership four to five years.

SAUDI NATIONAL EMPLOYEE BENEFITS

In return for the required high levels of commitment and hard work you will receive a competitive salary and benefits package, including a generous leave and leave allowance, a full health care scheme and access to discounted gym membership.

ISE

International Systems Engineering (ISE), established in 1988, is part of BAE Systems’ global portfolio. For over 30 years.

International System Engineering (ISE) is a trusted provider in delivering secure mission-critical solutions, services and cutting-edge technologies. ISE products portfolio includes Cybersecurity, Secure Infrastructure/Cloud Management, Secure Network & Domain Management, Application Support & Development, End User Computing & Support, and IT Service Management.

Aligned with the Kingdom’s national objectives, ISE is committed to investing in local talent, advanced technologies, and strong partnerships with both international and local suppliers. Our efforts continues to grow in line with Saudi Vision 2030 in improving national capabilities in high technology areas and contribute to building a highly skilled, inclusive, and future-ready team.

Note: All appointments in Saudi Arabia are subject to receipt of all necessary Government and/or Customer approvals. If you are Ex-military, you MUST submit your end of service certificate with your application. We aim to complete the assessment and selection process within 3 weeks from closing date.