Head of Marketing & Communications, Spain

Job description

- Marketing & Communications Manager, Spain - Location: Valencia, Spain - Department: Data & Missions Marketing - Reports to: CMO, with dotted line to ICEYE Spain CEO - Employment type: Permanent - Workplace model: Hybrid - Employment is subject to applicable security screening (incl. SUPO, where required) Why this role matters Accelerate sales growth and brand leadership in Spain by developing and executing localized marketing campaigns, integrated communications, and sales enablement that position ICEYE as the sovereign ISR partner of choice for Spanish defense decision-makers. You will own and execute the full spectrum of marketing and communications activities for ICEYE Spain, working in close collaboration with the global Marketing & Communications team. Who We Are ICEYE is the world leader in sovereign intelligence from space. We deliver persistent monitoring capabilities to detect and respond to changes in any location on Earth. ICEYE owns the world's largest and most advanced SAR (synthetic aperture radar) satellite constellation. To our customers we provide intelligence with unmatched quality, latency and revisit times, in any weather, day or night. To governments who choose to operate their own constellation we provide this proven capability as a sovereign system. ICEYE-built constellations serve customers in defence and intelligence, environmental monitoring, insurance and emergency management. We enable fast decisions that contribute to a safer future. Founded and headquartered in Finland, ICEYE operates globally with over 1000 employees across Europe, North America, the Middle East, and Asia-Pacific. Your day-to-day responsibilities - Plan, develop, and execute high-impact marketing campaigns to drive measurable ROI across PR, events, digital, social media, and thought leadership content aligned with sales priorities in Spain. - Localize global messaging to resonate with the Spanish market while overseeing media relations, press office operations, and local social media presence. - Lead the planning and execution of strategic events, trade shows, customer workshops, and engagement visits to ensure a strong brand presence. - Design a comprehensive communications strategy and build thought leadership positioning for ICEYE and its executives in Spain. - Develop localized sales enablement materials, briefings, and tools tailored to Spanish defense and intelligence audiences to support pipeline progression. - Build and execute trade and channel co-marketing initiatives with local partners, integrators, and industry associations. - Coordinate cross-functionally with global marketing, sales, and external Public Affairs/Government Relations agencies to align communications with institutional engagement priorities. What we're looking for Must haves: - At least 8+ years of relevant marketing and/or communications experience in a B2G environment, specifically with campaigns in the defense, government, or public sector. - Strong written and verbal communication skills, with native or near-native fluency in Spanish and fluency in business English. - Track record of proactive, self-driven execution with measurable impact and strong conceptual skills with attention to detail. - Experience in trade and channel co-marketing, with the ability to build credibility with defense and policy audiences. - Proven ability to collaborate and influence across diverse teams, global marketing, regional sales, and external agency partners. - Flexible, positive attitude with an entrepreneurial hands-on drive, thriving in a fast-paced, agile growth environment. Nice to haves: - Experience in marketing or PR engagement with national Ministries of Defence, NATO, or EU institutions. - Experience working alongside Public Affairs or Government Relations agencies. - Knowledge of New Space, Earth observation, or synthetic aperture radar (SAR). Application Process - TA Screening (30 min) - Hiring Manager Screening (60 min) - Local CEO Screening (60 min) - Task Presentation and discussion with CMO - Security vetting to be completed before start, in sync with Security team. Working at ICEYE At ICEYE, you'll join a diverse and highly engaged team united by the ambition to make impossible possible. As a global scale-up, we combine speed and ambition with the opportunity to take real ownership from day one. Your growth, wellbeing, and success are a priority, with continuous professional development, training opportunities, and a culture where collaboration is how we win. How We Work (Our Values) - Make the impossible possible: We set ambitious goals and stay calm under pressure. We bring grit, optimism, and ownership when things get hard, and we keep moving until we find a way. - Be curious: Go deep, ask questions, listen carefully, and think critically. Understand the "why" behind decisions. - See the big picture: Stay close to what's happening across the company so you can make better decisions. Consider how your work affects others. - Drive effective teamwork: Create psychological safety, invite different perspectives, and build inclusive teams. There are no bad questions. - Act as one team: We win together. We match tasks to the right owner and stay agile as priorities shift. - Have fun: What we do matters-and it should be enjoyable. Celebrate progress, take pride in results, and share the wins. Benefits Our benefits are designed to support your health and wellbeing, at work and beyond. We keep improving them based on employee feedback, and offerings vary by location. - A yearly benefit budget to spend as you wish (sport, transport, wellness, lunch, tourism, etc.) and relocation support if applicable. - Time for self-development, research, training, conferences, or certification schemes, along with occupational and private healthcare and life insurance. - Inspiring and collaborative offices, silent workspaces, and a wide variety of the best coffee, tea, snacks, and sweets. Our Commitment to Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion We want ICEYE to be a place where people can be themselves and do great work. Different backgrounds and perspectives make us stronger, which is why we work to create an environment where people feel included, respected, and able to speak up. Whatever your background, we want you to bring your authentic self to the table. We’re committed to fair, inclusive hiring and equal opportunity. Everyone is welcome to apply. If you need any adjustments or support during the recruitment process, tell us—we’ll do our best to help. Apply now to start your ICEYE journey, and help us continue to make the impossible possible together. Read more about ICEYE and working with us at iceye.com http://iceye.com.