Strategic Communications Lead (Canberra)

Location: Adelaide, Canberra or Melbourne. QinetiQ is a global technology and engineering company that exists to protect lives and secure the future. We deliver mission‑critical services and systems to Defence, national security and essential industry. We are excited to welcome applications for a recent role in our national Corporate Affairs Team. Reporting to the Australia Sector Chief Corporate Affairs Officer, the Strategic Communications Lead will play a key role in shaping and delivering impactful communications that engage employees and enhance organisational reputation. As the successful applicant, you will develop and execute QinetiQ Australia's internal communications strategy, ensuring alignment with business priorities while strengthening employee engagement, visibility and trust. You will also contribute more broadly to overall communications activities and provide mentorship and guidance to others within the team. Key Accountabilities
- Lead the development and delivery of a strategic internal communications program that supports QinetiQ Australia's business objectives
- Oversee planning and execution of communications across multiple channels, including internal platforms, media, events, campaigns, partnerships and digital channels
- Provide leadership and guidance to the communications team, ensuring consistency, quality and alignment in all messaging
- Partner closely with senior stakeholders to provide strategic advice on communication approaches, reputation management and issue response
- Translate complex business priorities into clear, engaging communications tailored to employees, customers and partners
- Coordinate and integrate communication activities to ensure a cohesive approach across internal and external communications
- Lead employee communications campaigns and initiatives that support and enhance the employee value proposition
- Leverage employee feedback and insights to continuously improve communication effectiveness and engagement About You You are a strategic and hands‑on communications professional with strong leadership capability and a proven ability in the delivery of high-quality, impactful communications. You thrive in a rapid‑paced environment and relish multi‑tasking while effectively influencing senior stakeholders and guiding others to deliver consistent and effective messaging. Key Success Criteria
- Tertiary qualifications in communications, marketing or a related field
- A depth of experience in communications, particularly within internal communications
- Experience of successful delivery in multi‑stakeholder environments
- Experience in editing and updating intranet/web content and analysing web analytics and delivering events (virtual and in‑person)
- A proven ability to coach, mentor and guide others
- Eligibility for Australian Defence security clearance
- Defence industry or adjacent industry experience (preferred) Benefits
- Access to LinkedIn Learning
- Adaptable work
- Purchased leave program & loyalty leave
- Up to 18 weeks paid parental leave
- Annual incentive scheme
- Complimentary salary continuance insurance
- Annual volunteering leave with Operation Give Back
- Relaxed dress code Applications close Friday 29 May. #J-18808-Ljbffr Apply on Kit Job: kitjobau.com/job/3ru978