Communications Manager

Saab • Washington, DC

31d • $150,500 - $234,700 • Hybrid

About The Position

Saab, Inc., a leading defense and security company, is currently seeking a Manager – Communications to lead the company’s communications function in the U.S. From strategic planning to high-level media relations to executive communications to employee engagement, this forward-thinking, detail-orientated individual will be Saab, Inc.’s primary communications leader both internally and externally as our company delivers on robust growth plans in the U.S. market. Reporting directly to the Senior Vice President – Corporate Affairs (U.S), this position may be located at Saab’s Washington, DC Navy Yard office or Syracuse, NY headquarters with a work from home option 2 days/week. The Communications Manager is responsible for leading a team of four professionals whose roles span Internal, External, Brand, Digital & CEO communications. The successful candidate will work to develop each position while also fostering coordination and collaboration within the communications team and across the global company. The ideal candidate will have strong issues management and media relations expertise.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree, preferably in Communications, Public Relations, or related field
• 15+ years of corporate communications experience in the defense industry or in defense policy.
• Dynamic team builder and passionate advocate for effective and innovative communications at all levels of the company.
• Strong attention to detail, including adherence to AP Stylebook.
• Highly organized and deadline driven.
• A knack for storytelling, asking important questions and driving an expert perspective across the company.
• Ability to provide in-the-moment strategic feedback and counsel to executives and business leaders.
• Meticulous writing, editing and proofreading skills and demonstrated ability to write for a variety of different audiences.
• Digital competency, including knowledge of social media, paid campaigns, web strategy and analytics.
• Excellent interpersonal and relationship-building skills and demonstrated ability to collaborate and work with senior executives.
• Experience successfully managing multiple priorities and responding to urgent, near-term opportunities as well as meeting longer-term objectives.
• Thrive under pressure and respond quickly and proficiently to stakeholders.
• Consistently exceed expectations, and manage time skillfully to meet deadlines.
• Must be a U.S. citizen.
• Applicants selected may be subject to a government security investigation and must meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with Corporate Events and Government Affairs leads to ensure consistent messaging and integration across the Corporate Affairs function.
• Manage a team of four communications professionals between Syracuse, NY and Washington, D.C.
• Lead the planning, development, direction and execution of all communications strategies and initiatives.
• Drive innovative approaches to communications that support the company’s growth strategies.
• Manage the content program and ensure alignment with team members and business priorities, leveraging communications as a business growth tool.
• Effectively coordinate with the Senior Vice President and other members of senior management on critical issues, initiatives, and other company-wide priorities.
• Serve as key integrator with Group Communications in Sweden.
• Lead U.S. CEO communications.
• Provide editorial supervision of written communications, such as content pieces, press releases, product brochures and other key documents.
• Coordinate the development and implementation of philanthropic initiatives and employee engagement.
• Manage key external agency, consultant, and freelance partners.
• Travel to Sweden 2-3 times annually and domestically as needed to support business requirements.

Benefits

• Saab provides an excellent working environment offering professional growth opportunities, competitive wages, work-life balance, a business casual atmosphere and comprehensive benefits.
• Medical, vision, and dental insurance for employees and dependents
• Generous paid time off, including 8 designated holidays
• 401(k) with employer contributions
• Tuition assistance and student loan assistance
• Wellness and employee assistance resources
• Employee stock purchase opportunities
• Short-term and long-term disability coverage

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager
• Number of Employees: 1-10 employees