Senior Events & Visitor Manager (all genders)

Munichpermanent

<p style="border:0px solid rgb(229,231,235);font-family:Roboto, sans-serif, Inter, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;margin:3pt 0px;color:rgb(66,66,66);font-size:14px;font-style:normal;font-weight:400;text-transform:none;background-color:rgb(255,255,255);line-height:1.38;">STARK is a new kind of defence technology company revolutionizing the way autonomous systems are deployed across multiple domains. We design, develop and manufacture high performance unmanned systems that are software-defined, mass-scalable, and cost effective. This provides our operators with a decisive edge in highly contested environments.<p style="border:0px solid rgb(229,231,235);font-family:Roboto, sans-serif, Inter, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;margin:3pt 0px;color:rgb(66,66,66);font-size:14px;font-style:normal;font-weight:400;text-transform:none;background-color:rgb(255,255,255);line-height:1.38;"> <p style="border:0px solid rgb(229,231,235);font-family:Roboto, sans-serif, Inter, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;margin:3pt 0px;color:rgb(66,66,66);font-size:14px;font-style:normal;font-weight:400;text-transform:none;background-color:rgb(255,255,255);line-height:1.38;">We're focused on delivering deployable, high-performance systems - not future promises. In a time of rising threats, STARK is bolstering the technological edge of NATO Allies and their Partners to deter aggression and defend Europe - today.

You will be part of the Events/Marketing Team, reporting to the Head of Events.

We are seeking an experienced Events & Visitor Manager to design, plan and execute events and trade shows, and organise high-level site visits and delegations at our locations.The ideal candidate combines strong event management capabilities with experience handling executive-level visitors, international delegations, and complex stakeholder coordination.

Executive Visits & Delegations<ul style="margin-top:0;margin-bottom:0;"><li style="list-style-type:disc;font-size:11pt;font-family:Arial, sans-serif;color:#000000;background-color:transparent;font-weight:400;font-style:normal;text-decoration:none;">Lead the planning and execution of high-level site visits for government officials, military representatives, investors, and international delegations.</li><li style="list-style-type:disc;font-size:11pt;font-family:Arial, sans-serif;color:#000000;background-color:transparent;font-weight:400;font-style:normal;text-decoration:none;">Coordinate end-to-end visitor programs including agendas, security coordination, transport, protocol, hospitality, demos, factory tours, and executive briefings.</li><li style="list-style-type:disc;font-size:11pt;font-family:Arial, sans-serif;color:#000000;background-color:transparent;font-weight:400;font-style:normal;text-decoration:none;">Ensure all engagements reflect STARK's positioning, operational standards, and strategic priorities.</li><li style="list-style-type:disc;font-size:11pt;font-family:Arial, sans-serif;color:#000000;background-color:transparent;font-weight:400;font-style:normal;text-decoration:none;">Prepare leadership teams for meetings and engagements through briefing documents and stakeholder coordination.</li><li style="list-style-type:disc;font-size:11pt;font-family:Arial, sans-serif;color:#000000;background-color:transparent;font-weight:400;font-style:normal;text-decoration:none;">Act as on-site lead during visits and ensure flawless execution under dynamic conditions.</li></ul>Events & Exhibitions<ul style="margin-top:0;margin-bottom:0;"><li style="list-style-type:disc;font-size:11pt;font-family:Arial, sans-serif;color:#000000;background-color:transparent;font-weight:400;font-style:normal;text-decoration:none;">Manage selected international defence and technology exhibitions (e.g. ILA, DSEI, MSC and comparable formats).</li><li style="list-style-type:disc;font-size:11pt;font-family:Arial, sans-serif;color:#000000;background-color:transparent;font-weight:400;font-style:normal;text-decoration:none;">Coordinate booth operations, executive meetings, hospitality formats, side events, and stakeholder engagement activities.</li><li style="list-style-type:disc;font-size:11pt;font-family:Arial, sans-serif;color:#000000;background-color:transparent;font-weight:400;font-style:normal;text-decoration:none;">Support the execution of STARK-hosted receptions, dinners, and closed-door gatherings.</li><li style="list-style-type:disc;font-size:11pt;font-family:Arial, sans-serif;color:#000000;background-color:transparent;font-weight:400;font-style:normal;text-decoration:none;">Coordinate logistics, agencies, suppliers, production, and event materials in collaboration with Marketing and Brand teams.</li></ul>Operational Planning & Coordination<ul style="margin-top:0;margin-bottom:0;"><li style="list-style-type:disc;font-size:11pt;font-family:Arial, sans-serif;color:#000000;background-color:transparent;font-weight:400;font-style:normal;text-decoration:none;">Coordinate travel, accommodation, transportation, access management, and schedules for visitors and executives.</li><li style="list-style-type:disc;font-size:11pt;font-family:Arial, sans-serif;color:#000000;background-color:transparent;font-weight:400;font-style:normal;text-decoration:none;">Manage external vendors and service providers including logistics, production, venues, security, and hospitality partners.</li><li style="list-style-type:disc;font-size:11pt;font-family:Arial, sans-serif;color:#000000;background-color:transparent;font-weight:400;font-style:normal;text-decoration:none;">Build scalable operational structures for recurring visits and stakeholder formats.</li><li style="list-style-type:disc;font-size:11pt;font-family:Arial, sans-serif;color:#000000;background-color:transparent;font-weight:400;font-style:normal;text-decoration:none;">Maintain structured documentation, visitor briefings, and post-event reporting.</li></ul>

<ul style="color:rgb(34,34,34);font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:14px;font-style:normal;font-weight:400;text-transform:none;background-color:rgb(255,255,255);"><li>7+ years of experience in events, executive operations, protocol, stakeholder management, or related project management roles.</li><li>Proven experience coordinating high-level delegations, executive visits, or government-facing engagements.</li><li>Experience working within defence, security, aerospace, government, or technology environments is strongly preferred.</li><li>Fluent in German and English with excellent written and verbal communication skills.</li><li>Strong organisational and project management capabilities with exceptional attention to detail.</li><li>Willingness to travel frequently and support international engagements.</li><li>Comfortable operating in fast-moving and high-pressure environments.</li><li>Willingness to travel frequently and support international engagements.</li></ul> <p style="border:0px solid rgb(229,231,235);font-family:Roboto, sans-serif, Inter, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;margin:12pt 0px 0pt;color:rgb(66,66,66);font-size:14px;font-style:normal;font-weight:400;text-transform:none;background-color:rgb(255,255,255);line-height:1.38;">Contact Person:<p style="border:0px solid rgb(229,231,235);font-family:Roboto, sans-serif, Inter, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;margin:12pt 0px 0pt;color:rgb(66,66,66);font-size:14px;font-style:normal;font-weight:400;text-transform:none;background-color:rgb(255,255,255);line-height:1.38;">Sally Grütte-Pad, Interim Lead TA partner via talent@stark-defence.com

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