Communications Manager - Europe (6635)

Come join a fast-growing team in a dynamic region to shape stories on the cutting-edge technologies that underlie Shield mission – to protect service members and civilians through intelligent systems and sovereign autonomy.  In this role, you will be responsible for driving media relations and communications initiatives for Shield in Europe, elevating the brand in top-tier media and amplifying its credentials as a trusted, leading defense technology company.

By partnering closely with global communications, government relations and cross-functional teams in Europe, you will support strategic business initiatives and develop narratives around consequential and forward-looking technologies that are changing the defense landscape today.

Help shape the European communications strategy and adapt global messaging for each country and audience, with an understanding of local political and cultural context 

Manage media relations, including pitching stories, handling press inquiries, and building relationships with regional defense and aerospace journalists 

Work with marketing, business development and wider communications colleagues to create engaging content for European audiences 

Write and edit content including press releases, thought leadership, executive briefings, social media and web copy 

Deliver announcements for contracts, partnerships, product milestones and flight demonstrations, from first draft through approvals to distribution and follow-up. 

Build and maintain strong relationships with defense, aerospace, technology, business and national media in priority markets 

Monitor media coverage, policy developments and competitor activity across Europe, and share regular insights with leadership 

Track and report on communications performance, including coverage quality, share of voice and progress against goals 

Lead communications for trade shows, conferences, and partner events, ensuring Shield’s messaging is clear, compelling, and consistent with global strategy 

Work as part of Shield AI’s global communications team to align regional initiatives with company-wide goals and highlight company milestones 

Fluency in one or more European languages.

An existing network of defence, tech or political journalists in one or more European markets.