Head of Content (JR102529)

At Clarion, our people are at the absolute heart of what we do. We’re proud that our core values of PASSION, CARE, IMAGINATION, and TRUST define the way we carry out our work across all of our exhibitions and conferences.

If you share our values and want to be a part of a successful, dynamic, and creative global business then we want to hear from you.

The Opportunity:

As Head of Content for Clarion Events’ Defence & Security Portfolio, you’ll lead the delivery of an ambitious content strategy that drives engagement across our UK exhibitions and conferences. You’ll stay closely connected to our global portfolio, spotting trends, identifying shared opportunities, and shaping bold new content ideas. Reporting to the Defence & Security Director, you’ll work hand-in-hand with an external content consultant to ensure every piece of content is relevant, thought-provoking, and ahead of the curve. In addition, you will work alongside the Editor in Chief of our Defence Digital division. Your leadership will bring energy and consistency to how we tell our story - empowering every team to deliver accurate, compelling, and impactful content that elevates our programs and inspires our audiences.

Key Responsibilities:

• Product development through collaboration with thought leaders globally.
• Lead on the delivery of a global commercial content strategy to meet objectives.
• Design and deliver relevant content involving our military stakeholders.
• Develop a content programme to meet audience appeal.
• Management of internal teams and external agencies to deliver multimedia assets.
• Coach Conference Managers/Producers to create and deliver event programmes.
• Manage production with the operations team and make data-driven recommendations in collaboration with Senior Leadership to align with the event schedule.
• Work with our Conference Consultant to design the creation of a content strategy to maximize engagement and lead generation across all Defence & Security events.
• Collaborate with Marketing Managers to shape and implement content-driven social media strategies and create compelling press releases, features, and newsletters highlighting industry insights and client achievements.
• Build and nurture strategic relationships with key industry stakeholders including MOD, Embassies, High Commissions, and Host Nations.
• Recruitment of senior military and government speakers for sessions and presentations.
• Lead, mentor, and develop the content team, fostering a culture of creativity, collaboration, and excellence.

Requirements

Knowledge, Skills & Behaviours:

• Proven background in content development from conference production to progression of leading multiple projects team operations.
• Demonstrated success in leadership - designing and executing content strategies.
• Familiarity with the defence sector is advantageous, though not essential.
• Excellent writing, presentation, and interpersonal skills with a creative flair for crafting compelling messages that resonate with diverse audiences.
• Skilled at engaging and inspiring stakeholders to align with the broader business vision/goals.
• A strong relationship builder committed to enhancing value and delivery.
• Confident decision-maker utilising sound judgment backed by research and analysis.
• Commercially savvy with a deep understanding of what drives financial success and sustainability.
• Naturally curious and motivated to continuously expand industry knowledge and identify emerging trends.
• Comfortable engaging with, and presenting, to senior officials, partners, and industry leaders.
• Highly ambitious and motivated, meticulous in execution, and able to perform effectively under pressure.

Benefits

• 25 days’ holiday plus bank holidays
• End of year wellbeing shutdown (closed for the last week of the year)
• Celebration day off (e.g. birthday, Diwali, Eid, etc)
• Summer Hours in August (3pm finish on Fridays)
• Helping Our World (HOW) Days – one paid day per quarter to carry out charity work
• Pension Scheme
• Private Medical Insurance
• Health Cash Plan
• Wellbeing Library (MYNDUP)
• Mentoring Programme
• Subsidised Café
• Season Ticket Loan
• Cycle to Work Schemes
• Free on-site gym and shower facilities
• Free eyesight tests
• Free flu vaccination – offered on site once a year for all employees