Stakeholder Engagement & Communications Manager
H&B Defence is seeking a Stakeholder Engagement & Communications Manager to lead high‐impact engagement strategies, strengthen relationships across our ecosystem, and support strategic pursuits that shape the future of Australia's defence capability. This is a role for someone who thrives on influence, clarity, and connection — and who wants their work to matter.
About You
You're a natural connector — someone who builds trust quickly, communicates with purpose, and navigates complex stakeholder environments with confidence. You bring a strategic mindset, a steady hand under pressure, and a genuine commitment to integrity and excellence.
You will excel in this role if you:
* Have extensive experience in stakeholder management or strategic communications
* Communicate with clarity, empathy, and influence
* Enjoy working across diverse teams and senior leaders
* Can translate complex issues into clear, compelling messaging
* Are motivated by mission‐driven work and values‐based leadership
* Bring strong judgement, professionalism, and a proactive approach to problem‐solving
About the Role
Reporting to the Chief Strategy Officer, the Stakeholder Engagement & Communications Manager plays a pivotal role in shaping how H&B Defence engages with customers, partners, suppliers, employees, and government stakeholders.
You will design and deliver engagement strategies that strengthen relationships, support business growth, and ensure our stakeholders are informed, aligned, and confident in our mission. You will also support strategic pursuits and campaigns that influence public opinion, policy, and customer decision‐making.
Key Elements of the Role
* Developing and executing stakeholder engagement strategies aligned to organisational priorities
* Identifying, mapping, and prioritising stakeholders based on influence and impact
* Building strong, positive, and enduring relationships across the defence ecosystem
* Leading communication efforts to ensure stakeholders understand our products, services, and initiatives
* Managing feedback, concerns, and issues with professionalism and care
* Coordinating closely with corporate parent communications teams to ensure alignment
* Preparing the Managing Director and CSO for public, client, and strategic engagements
* Supporting campaigns that shape opinion, behaviour, and policy
* Monitoring and reporting on engagement effectiveness
* Contributing to a strong safety culture and modelling H&B Defence Pty Ltd values
Requirements
* Bachelor's degree in business, marketing, communications, or related field
* Extensive experience in stakeholder engagement, communications, or a related discipline
* Strong project management capability
* Excellent interpersonal and written communication skills
* Ability to manage multiple priorities and stakeholders
* Experience with stakeholder management tools
* Strong analytical and problem‐solving skills
* Experience with risk communication, including nuclear or radiological contexts
Benefits
* Our structured Naval Nuclear mentorship program where you can engage as either a Mentor or Mentee
* Access to Nuclear expertise across UK, US, and embedded nationally within H&B across Australia
* Supportive and engaging environment that supports career growth, professional learning, and development opportunities
* Well‐being support through our Employee Assistance Program, including mind, body, and soul wellness
Equal Opportunity Statement
We welcome applications from candidates from all backgrounds and experience however, due to the defence orientation of this role, the successful candidate must be eligible to obtain an appropriate level of Commonwealth Personnel Security Clearance, as defined in the AGSVA guidelines. Please note, should your application progress you may be required to complete pre‐employment checks including reference checks, police check, security check, qualifications and right to work.
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