Head of Communications & PR

Digital Presence & Content

• Own the NEX Aero website end-to-end: content, structure, messaging, and continuous updates — in close collaboration with external web developers.
• Build and execute the LinkedIn strategy: editorial calendar, post creation, performance tracking, and community engagement.
• Manage all other digital and social channels (Instagram, X/Twitter, YouTube as appropriate) with a consistent brand voice.
• Produce long-form content: articles, thought leadership pieces, newsroom updates, and investor-facing announcements.
• Develop and maintain a visual communication standard together with our design partners — ensuring imagery, video, and graphics reflect the NEX Aero brand accurately.

Public Relations & Media

• Develop and execute the PR strategy for NEX Aero — identifying the right publications, journalists, and moments to build earned media coverage.
• Write and distribute press releases for key milestones: funding rounds, product announcements, partnerships, and events.
• Build and maintain a network of relevant media contacts across aerospace, logistics, energy, and technology press in DACH and internationally.
• Prepare leadership for media interactions: messaging frameworks, Q&A preparation, and spokesperson coaching.
• Monitor media landscape and flag relevant developments, competitor coverage, and opportunities for proactive outreach.

Events & Industry Presence

• Manage NEX Aero's presence at industry events, conferences, and trade fairs — including content preparation, speaker submissions, and follow-up communication.
• Coordinate with the leadership team on conference appearances, panel discussions, and keynote opportunities.
• Support the development of investor decks, partner presentations, and external-facing materials — in close collaboration with CEO and CPO.

Internal Alignment & Brand Governance

• Establish and maintain clear brand guidelines to ensure consistency across all external touchpoints.
• Brief and manage external agencies, freelancers, and creative partners as needed.
• Report on communications KPIs regularly to leadership — reach, engagement, media coverage, and sentiment.

Must-Have

• 5+ years of experience in communications, PR, or content strategy — ideally with a mix of agency and in-house roles.
• Demonstrated ability to explain technically complex topics clearly and compellingly to non-technical audiences.
• Strong writing skills in both German and English — you produce publication-ready copy directly.
• Proven track record of building media relationships and generating earned coverage in relevant publications.
• Experience managing digital channels (LinkedIn in particular) with a data-driven approach to content performance.
• High degree of autonomy: comfortable operating without a large team, setting your own priorities, and making decisions independently.

Strongly Preferred

• Background in aerospace, aviation, deep tech, industrial technology, energy, or logistics — or demonstrated appetite to immerse yourself in technical domains.
• Experience with startup communications: managing narrative during fast-moving phases, funding announcements, and product pivots.
• Existing network with relevant journalists, editors, or influencers in the aerospace, UAV, or industrial tech space.
• Experience briefing and preparing C-level executives for media and investor interactions.