Communication Specialist

What you will be part of

Saab's business area Aeronautics designs, develops and produces some of the worlds most advanced military aircraft systems and always strive to be in the forefront of technology. This is shown in our product portfolio with Gripen, the smart fighter, and the advanced trainer T-7 as the main pillars.

Aeronautics main site is located in Linköping, Sweden. There is an installed customer base globally and we are constantly looking for new business opportunities in new markets. With a sales oriented organisation and a growing interest in our products the tempo is always high. The need for a rapid and well structured communication is constant for all parts of our business.



We are now looking for a Senior Communications Manager

Gripen, the smart fighter, is a unique fighter concept, bringing a perfect balance between excellent operational performance, high-tech solutions, cost-efficiency and industrial partnership into one, smart fighter system.

As a Communications Manager for Gripen, you will deliver senior level communication support to the marketing and sales organization both globally and to more than ten markets across the world. You will also work in close co-operation with Corporate functions such as Press, Editorial and Brand. You will be part of the Aeronautics Communication team and report to the Head of Aeronautics Communication. Frequent work trips for longer periods are to be expected.

Your role

* To co-ordinate Gripen related communication activities globally in collaboration with regional/global colleagues to ensure alignment and consistency in messaging and delivery

* Create strategies and establish, communicate and monitor yearly plans and budgets

* Ensure maximum efficiency and an integrated communication effect approach allocating necessary resources (external suppliers/PR-agencies/ internal resources) to create an efficient operation and output.

* Act as an internal motivator and strategic advisor within the field of communication

* Be up-to-date on analytical reports and use findings to optimize communication tactics and strategy

Your skills and experience

We are looking for a target-driven and goal-oriented person with excellent communication skills. You are a team-player with a service-minded and solution-oriented approach and you have a good analytical ability and a high flexibility to handle and respond to upcoming situations.

You are genuinely business and operations oriented, and have experience of working with communication in an international company. You have good knowledge of strategic and operational work and communication. You have the ability to analyse the market´s communicative conditions and local culture and to set priorities based on financial limits.

Senior experience of working in corporate communications organizations and/or other equivalent experience is a requirement, as well as experience from defining and procuring external services, such as PR agencies and suppliers.

A relevant academic education; Bachelor's degree in marketing, media, PR, communication or equivalent, is desirable. You must be fluent in English, both written and verbally.


Contact inormation: If you have questions regarding the position, contact Eva Hetting, Recruiting Manager: +46 102167424

This position requires that you will be approved in a security screening in accordance with the Swedish Protective Security Act.