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Reference: 98115

Date Added: 12 December 2025
Closing Date: 23 December 2025

Job Title: Research and Communications Coordinator

Working For: London Defence Conference

Location: London

Salary: £26,000-£30,000

Length of Contract: Permanent

Job Details

The London Defence Conference is a leading geopolitical forum bringing together
friendly nations to raise the visibility and urgency of defence and security issues in an
increasingly volatile world.

Key Responsibilities:
●Conduct research for the Director and Programming Manager, tracking open source developments in defence, security and geopolitics.
●Facilitate, with guidance from the LDC Team, the development, content creation, and distribution of defence and security focused products for internal and external stakeholders.
●Support the LDC team with organisation, promotion through press releases, social media outreach, and strategic collaborations with partner organisations to maximise visibility and delegate registrations.
●Contribute to the planning and smooth delivery of the conference and related events, ensuring that marketing and outreach efforts translate into strong attendance and engagement.

Skills:
●Strong political and strategic awareness, particularly in defence, national security, and international relations, with the ability to translate complex topics into clear, compelling writing.
●Background in writing, journalism, or content creation, with excellent editorial judgment and the ability to produce high-quality copy for our audiences and platforms.
●Exceptional organisational skills with a meticulous eye for detail and the capacity to manage multiple projects and deadlines simultaneously.
●Outstanding communication skills – confident, professional, and persuasive in both written and verbal exchanges, including social media outreach.
●Calm and adaptable under pressure, with a solutions-focused approach to challenges.
●Collaborative team player who thrives in fast-paced, high-profile environments and can balance creative initiative with operational discipline.

Qualifications:
Degree in a relevant discipline - National Security, Strategic Communications,
Journalism, International Relations, War Studies, Political Science.

Closing Date: 23 December 2025

Interview/Start Dates

Interview Date: 08 January 2025

Start Date: 19 January 2026

Application Details

Please submit your CV and a short cover letter outlining your qualifications and interest in the role to info@londondefenceconference.com with the subject line: “LDC Research and Communications Coordinator”

Website: https://londondefenceconference.com/

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