Senior Events Manager (all genders)

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.

Were focused on delivering deployable high-performance systems - not future a time of rising threats STARK is bolstering the technological edge of NATO Allies and their Partners to deter aggression and defend Europe - today.

We are seeking an experiencedSenior Event Manager (all genders)to support and scale STARKs growing portfolio of defence industry and technology events. The candidate will take dedicated ownership of large-scale international exhibitions while ensuring consistent quality execution excellence and alignment across global event and marketing activities.

This is a senior but hands-on role suited for professionals who enjoy project managing events and expos taking responsibility and making decisions in a fast-paced environment.

Event Strategy & Delivery

• Act as dedicated event manager for major international exhibitions (e.g. ILA DSEI MSC and comparable formats) owning planning and execution end-to-end.

• Support central event planning across the wider event portfolio.

• Closely align STARKs public presence with overall go-to-market business development and communications objectives.

• Coordinate complex event logistics including booth concepts demos briefings stakeholder meetings and on-site execution.

• With the help of the Marketing and Brand team organise dedicated event marketing materials (giveaways brochures presentations signage digital assets) in German and English.

Stakeholder & Agency Management

• Act as the single point of contact for large exhibitions both in person and on portals.

• Act as a key interface to external agencies suppliers and service providers (creative PR digital AV logistics printing).

• Liaise with government military and institutional stakeholders as required to ensure proper protocol and positioning.

Post-Event Analysis & Reporting

• Lead post-event analysis including KPIs ROI attendee feedback and strategic recommendations.

• Deliver concise actionable reports to inform future event strategy and investment decisions.

• Maintain structured documentation and knowledge sharing for future use.

• 7 years of experience in event roles preferably within defence security aerospace or technology sectors; OR equivalent experience as a Project Manager organising large formats.

• Fluent in German and English with excellent written and verbal communication skills.

• Experience working with external agencies and managing multiple stakeholders.

• Available to travel and be mobile

• Proven experience managing large-scale international exhibitions and complex event logistics.

• Strong understanding of defence industry culture operational tempo and sensitivities.

• Ukrainian language is a plus

• Highly organised detail-oriented and calm under pressure.

Contact Person:

Sally Grütte-Pad Interim Lead TA partner via