External Communications Manager

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Company Description

Every minute of every day, Smiths Detection's threat detection and security screening technology helps to protect people and infrastructure, making the world a safer place.

Smiths Detection, part of Smiths Group is a global leader in the development, manufacture and management of security and detection solutions designed to make the world a safer place. Our technology provides threat detection and screening solutions for customers in our key markets: aviation, ports and borders, defence, and urban security.

Our expertise spans 21 global offices, seven manufacturing sites and five R&D centres, with a global network of 3,000 dedicated colleagues contributing towards over 40 years at the frontline of advances in safety and security.

This results in careers built on variety and the opportunity to work on a range of state-of-the-art solutions, where you can develop your knowledge and experience every day.

Job Description

Key responsibilities:

• Craft and implement a comprehensive external communication strategy aligned with Smiths Detection's global objectives.
• Deliver compelling campaigns aligned to the four pillars of our 'Communicate for Impact' strategy - impact on society, digital transformation, sustainability, and people.
• Produce engaging content, including press releases, blogs, thought leadership articles, videos, animations, and social media posts
• Collaborate with the global marketing team to ensure cohesive messaging, impactful storytelling, and consistent branding across all platforms.
• Elevate the profile of senior leaders as industry experts through strategic content and speaking opportunities.
• Leverage high-profile events to maximise brand visibility and communication impact.
• Monitor industry trends and emerging opportunities to position Smiths Detection as a trusted authority in the screening solution sector.
• Provide regular updates to senior leadership on communication performance and outcomes.
• Grow the Smiths Detection brand by building trust and recognition, maintaining consistent messaging across digital platforms, websites, and media.

Qualifications

Technical Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

The successful candidate will have excellent written and oral communication skills, and will demonstrate the following key attributes

• Significant experience in a similar position essential
• Bachelor's degree in Business, Marketing, Communications or related field of study or equivalent relevant experience preferred
• Creative, with a good eye for design
• Strong knowledge of SEO, Google Analytics, Google Ads, and other paid media platforms.
• Proficiency with content management systems (CMS)
• Excellent communication and project management skills.
• Ability to interpret data and provide actionable insights.
• Skilled in creative writing
• Analytical, able to tell stories with data and make recommendations
• Self-starter - able to motivate yourself
• Able to manage priorities and deliver under pressure
• Strong enough to challenge established practices, champion change and stand up for what you believe in
• Knowledge of SharePoint, Hubspot, SEMrush and/or other similar tools

Additional Information

Join us and we'll help build your career, with excellent training and opportunities for career growth across the business, both locally and globally. You'll experience an inclusive environment, with strong leadership and a focus on safety and wellbeing. You'll also have the flexibility to choose from a wide range of benefits to suit your lifestyle, offering you and your family support from a health and wellbeing, financial and lifestyle perspective.

Join us and work for a world-leader, with the benefits and training to reward your dedication and skills. Be part of a team where we are making the world a safer place.

We believe that different perspectives and backgrounds are what make a company flourish. All qualified applicants will receive equal consideration for employment regardless of race, colour, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, economic status, disability, age, or any other legally protected characteristics. We are proud to be an inclusive company with values grounded in equality and ethics, where we celebrate, support, and embrace diversity.

At no time during the hiring process will Smiths Group, nor any of our recruitment partners ever request payment to enable participation - including, but not limited to, interviews or testing. Avoid fraudulent requests by applying jobs directly through our career's website (Careers - Smiths Group plc)