Senior Communications Advisor

As part of our Strategy &
Communications group, the Senior Communications Advisor will be a strategic thinker with a proven track record in developing and executing impactful communication campaigns. This role requires a creative mind, excellent project management skills, and a deep understanding of the Australian defence landscape.

Further, the successful candidate will:

• Act as the Communications Lead to Business Units within Saab Australia.
• Partner with Business Units to efficiently and independently lead the proactive development and implementation of comprehensive and integrated communication strategies.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure campaign alignment with overall communications and business objectives.
• Collaborate with internal stakeholders including senior executives to gather information and insights for campaign development.
• Provide strategic communications support to Business Units for strategic pursuits, including the reviewing of key messaging, developing and implementing communication plans and developing stakeholder engagement plans.

Flexible work arrangements such as hybrid work from home / office will be considered for this role.

About you

Your skills and experience will include:

• Demonstrated experience in communications and marketing.
• Demonstrated experience in leading the development and execution of integrated and effective communications and marketing strategies which supported realisation of business outcomes.
• Highly developed influencing, negotiation and interpersonal skills with ability to achieve effective outcomes in a multi-disciplined, multi-party environment.
• Experience working directly with senior executives.
• Good organisational skills with the ability to prioritise tasks and work to tight deadlines.

A Defence security clearance may be required for this role, applicants will be required to hold an Australian Defence Security Clearance to NV1 level or have the ability to gain one.

About us

Saab Australia is a defence, security and cyber solutions provider, specialising in the development and integration of major defence and security systems. For over 30 years in Australia, we have built a reputation for delivering complex systems integration projects that provide proven and advanced capabilities to keep us ahead of today's challenges.

From combat, communications, security and underwater systems, to mixed reality, cyber security and deployable health solutions, our extensive portfolio of products and services provide high-technology solutions for defence forces and civil industries across the globe.

Apply today to join our crew and deliver solutions with purpose!

Culture and benefits

We employ over 1000 Australians and are committed to fostering a culture of excellence and enriching the employee experience.

By joining Saab, you'll be a part of a collaborative and supportive organisation, where your professional growth and work-life balance are emphasised. You'll work within an innovative and vibrant workplace, while having the opportunity to develop a long-term, fulfilling career.

As a valued team member of Saab Australia, you'll access a variety of perks and benefits to support you and your family including:

• 6 weeks paid leave each year
• 13% Superannuation
• Free Income Protection Insurance
• Flexible working options
• Access to the Saab shares matching scheme
• Access to MySaab;
  our online store offering everything from cash back at hundreds of stores to discounts from exclusive partners

Click 'Apply' to submit your CV and cover letter in support of your application. You may contact our careers team at for a copy of the full position description. Kindly observe that this is an ongoing recruitment process and in exceptional circumstances, the position might be filled before the closing date of the advertisement. We encourage applications as early as possible to avoid disappointment.

By submitting an application to Saab, you consent to undertaking workforce screening activities including, but not limited to:
reference checks, Australian Federal Police check, verification of working rights and qualifications, sanctions screening and a pre-employment medical declaration.

Saab Australia is an Equal Opportunity Employer and encourages Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders to apply. We also welcome applications from individuals with culturally diverse backgrounds.

Saab Australia is a proud supporter of the Veterans' Employment Program and welcomes the interest of ex-service members, veterans and their families.

Regardless of whether you value cutting edge technology, creativity or an innovative environment, everyone at Saab contributes to keeping people and society safe.