External Communications Manager

Noatum Logistics is a global logistics operator and part of AD Ports Group. With Spanish roots dating back to 1963, the company operates more than 80 own offices across 26 countries and serves customers in 158 countries through its partner network. More than 4,250 logistics specialists provide ocean and air freight, contract and project logistics, customs and trade management, warehousing and distribution, eCommerce and integrated supply chain solutions.

Combining local expertise with a globally connected network and the backing of AD Ports Group, Noatum Logistics is strengthening its capabilities, connectivity and scale to support customers across global supply chains.

About the Role:

We are looking for an External Communications Manager to help shape how Noatum Logistics tells its story to the world.

This is a hands-on, international role for someone who can spot a strong story, understand what will resonate with external audiences and turn business developments into compelling communications.

Working within our global Communications & Marketing strategy, you will drive external communications and international media relations, strengthen our reputation and thought leadership, and act as a key communications link between Noatum Logistics and AD Ports Group.

Key Responsibilities:

• Media Relations & PR: Manage international media relations and build relationships with key business, trade and logistics media.
• Content & Storytelling: Turn business developments, customer successes, products and market trends into compelling external stories.
• Press & Executive Communications: Draft press releases, statements, media briefings and executive communications.
• Thought Leadership: Identify interview, speaking and thought-leadership opportunities for senior leaders.
• Editorial Planning: Manage the external communications pipeline, identifying, prioritising and coordinating stories across markets and functions.
• Global Coordination: Work closely with regional teams, Product, Marketing and Internal Communications to ensure consistent messaging.
• Group Alignment: Coordinate communications with AD Ports Group, ensuring alignment with Group messaging, approvals and governance.
• External Partners: Manage PR agencies and other communications partners when required.
• AI & Innovation: Leverage AI tools to enhance communications workflows, content creation and efficiency.

What We Are Looking For:

• 6 years of experience in External Communications, Corporate Communications, PR, journalism or media relations.
• Strong writing and storytelling skills, with proven hands-on media experience.
• Excellent command of English; Arabic would be an advantage.
• Previous experience in logistics, freight forwarding, transportation or an international B2B environment would be highly valued.
• Strong organisational skills and the ability to manage an editorial pipeline involving multiple stakeholders.
• A proactive, curious and commercially minded approach. You naturally spot stories and have the drive to move them forward.
• Comfortable working independently, taking ownership and operating at pace within an international matrix organisation.
• Hands-on experience using AI tools within communications workflows is essential

Why Join Noatum Logistics?

At Noatum Logistics, you will join an international business at an exciting stage of transformation and growth. You will have the opportunity to work across markets, products and geographies, engage with senior stakeholders and help shape the stories that strengthen our global brand and reputation.

If you are communications professional who is curious, proactive and passionate about finding the story behind the business, we would love to hear from you.

At Noatum Logistics, we guarantee equal opportunities and non-discrimination based on sex, gender, race, religion, disability, age, or sexual orientation in our selection processes. Our goal is to maximize people’s talents in all their diversity while eliminating any form of discrimination.

• 6 years of experience in External Communications, Corporate Communications, PR, journalism or media relations.
• Strong writing and storytelling skills, with proven hands-on media experience.
• Excellent command of English; Arabic would be an advantage.
• Previous experience in logistics, freight forwarding, transportation or an international B2B environment would be highly valued.
• Strong organisational skills and the ability to manage an editorial pipeline involving multiple stakeholders.
• A proactive, curious and commercially minded approach. You naturally spot stories and have the drive to move them forward.
• Comfortable working independently, taking ownership and operating at pace within an international matrix organisation.
• Hands-on experience using AI tools within communications workflows is essential