• Perform purposeful work of national significance
• Showcase your extensive Communications experience in this leadership role
• Enjoy flexible work practices, engaging work and an inclusive culture where we strive to make every individual feel valued

At BAE Systems we are recognised for delivering projects of global and national significance to our customers and with this we are known for developing some of the most impressive careers.
We currently have an exciting opportunity for a highly experienced Senior Communications Manager, Maritime, to join our team based in Adelaide. You will be responsible for the provision of strategic communications advice, planning and execution to support the delivery of BAE Systems' Maritime Program of work.
What this opportunity will mean for you:

• Performing purposeful work where your efforts are recognized in an environment enabling you to thrive
• World class career opportunities, as our biggest project is YOU! Your success is our success
• Accessibility to flexible working arrangements that will provide you with balance and a lifestyle that fosters wellbeing
• Access to our competitive employee benefits program that are designed to better support you: Employee Benefits
• Being part of a workplace culture that is safe, inclusive and takes pride in their company values

Your new role:
Reporting to the Head of Communications you will be responsible for the development and planning of all communications outputs and associated budgets that support the Maritime business.
More specifically, you will be accountable for:

• Developing and executing communications strategies and plans aligned with business strategy
• Leading discussions and managing relationships with key stakeholders, to ensure a consistent message is delivered across our business
• Effective media and issues management
• Planning and managing activities across several communication plans simultaneously for internal and external audiences
• Measuring and reporting on the communication program's effectiveness to help improve short and long term planning, strategies and tactics
• Supporting leaders to understand enterprise-wide strategic programs
• Forming partnerships with key stakeholders and groups to ensure that Communications is involved at the beginning of programs of activity and to determine key milestones/dates
• Working closely with internal leaders develop and executing stakeholder engagement and communications programs
• Positively motivating and leading a team to help deliver the required strategic outcomes

About you:
As an ideal applicant for this opportunity, you'll have:

• Communications experience in a heavy industrial, construction, energy or similar background.
• Exceptional collaboration skills with the ability to partner effectively with other functions in our business, the communications team and businesses
• Previous leadership experience to coach and mentor a small team
• Proven negotiation and problem solving skills with astute judgement and political awareness
• Strong results orientation, resilience and a positive approach to issues resolution.
• Media and issues management experience
• Proven experience in effectively communicating with senior leadership
• An ability to use and adapt written and verbal communication skills to suit a variety of difference audiences is critical to this role
• Appropriate tertiary qualification in Journalism, Communications or equivalent.
• In-depth knowledge of the Company, its strategy, operations, business objectives and industry

We believe in hiring for potential so if this role resonates with you, but you don't meet all the required criteria, we would still love to hear from you.
As a Defence security clearance is required for this role, applicants must be Australian citizens and eligible to obtain and maintain appropriate clearance.
Applications can be addressed to: Merissa Matthews and made online here.
Our culture:
You will be joining a culture that truly cares about your wellbeing. Diversity and inclusion is at the top of our agenda. We are striving to create an inclusive culture where the voices and talents of every individual are valued and everyone has a sense of belonging.
We welcome applications from all people regardless of sex, gender identity, race, ethnicity, disability, pregnancy, age, or other lived experience.
We are also proud to be recognised as an employer of choice for women by WORK180
If you would like to know more information about how we are supporting our employees, you can view our policies and initiatives via this link.
To learn about other employment opportunities at BAE Systems, please visit: www.baesystemscareers.com.au
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