<div class="show-more-less-html__markup show-more-less-html__markup--clamp-after-5 relative overflow-hidden"> <strong>Director of Marketing and HR</strong><p><em>(Defense Technology &amp; Organizational Development)</em></p><p><strong>Location:</strong><span> Berlin (Hybrid)</span></p><p><br/></p><strong>About Us</strong><p><span>We are a </span><strong>defense technology startup based in Berlin</strong><span>, building the </span><strong>next generation defense layer against aerial threats</strong><span>. Our team develops mission-critical systems that combine hardware, software, and sensing to operate reliably in complex real-world environments.</span></p><p><span>Operating in semi-stealth mode, we are preparing for a structured public launch while scaling our organization in parallel. We are building not only advanced defense capability, but also a disciplined, high-performance team capable of delivering in demanding operational environments.</span></p><p><br/></p><strong>Role Overview</strong><p><span>We are seeking a </span><strong>Director of Marketing and HR</strong><span> to lead both our external positioning and our internal organizational development.</span></p><p><span>This is a senior, hands-on role responsible for:</span></p><ul><li><span>Building and executing our defense-focused marketing strategy</span></li><li><span>Shaping and protecting our public narrative</span></li><li><span>Establishing structured HR processes and talent acquisition strategy</span></li><li><span>Scaling the organization in a disciplined and compliant manner</span></li></ul><p><br/></p><p><span>In the initial phase, you will personally execute core marketing initiatives and lead HR operations directly. As the company grows, you will build and structure dedicated functions across both marketing and HR.</span></p><p><span>This role requires strategic thinking, operational rigor, and the ability to independently navigate both defense communications and people operations.</span></p><p><span>Eligibility for German security clearance is required.</span></p><p><br/></p><strong>Key Responsibilities</strong><strong>Marketing &amp; Strategic Communications</strong><p><br/></p><strong>Positioning &amp; Narrative</strong><ul><li><span>Define and continuously refine company positioning within the defense and security ecosystem</span></li><li><span>Develop structured messaging aligned with governmental, prime contractor, and investor audiences</span></li><li><span>Lead public launch preparation while maintaining operational discretion</span></li><li><span>Ensure messaging consistency across all channels</span></li></ul><p><br/></p><strong>Content &amp; Thought Leadership</strong><ul><li><span>Write and oversee production of:</span></li></ul><p><span>Website content</span></p><p><span>Technical explainers and capability briefs</span></p><p><span>Thought leadership articles</span></p><p><span>Conference materials</span></p><ul><li><span>Translate complex defense technology into credible and procurement-aligned messaging</span></li><li><span>Manage sensitive information boundaries in semi-stealth environments</span></li></ul><p><br/></p><strong>Events &amp; External Presence</strong><ul><li><span>Lead participation in major defense conferences and exhibitions</span></li><li><span>Oversee booth design, messaging, and external representation</span></li><li><span>Support product demonstrations and operational events</span></li><li><span>Represent the company externally when required</span></li></ul><p><br/></p><strong>Proposal &amp; Commercial Support</strong><ul><li><span>Develop high-quality proposal and tender support materials</span></li><li><span>Collaborate with Business Development on RFI/RFP responses</span></li><li><span>Align marketing outputs with procurement and compliance language</span></li></ul><p><br/></p><strong>Digital &amp; Brand Development</strong><ul><li><span>Oversee website and digital presence</span></li><li><span>Build thought leadership visibility across relevant channels</span></li><li><span>Manage external agencies for design and brand identity</span></li><li><span>Define and maintain a coherent brand system</span></li></ul><p><br/></p><strong>Human Resources &amp; Organizational Development</strong><p><br/></p><strong>Talent Strategy &amp; Recruiting</strong><ul><li><span>Define and execute company-wide hiring strategy</span></li><li><span>Build structured recruitment processes for technical and non-technical roles</span></li><li><span>Partner with leadership to define role scopes and hiring priorities</span></li><li><span>Personally manage early-stage recruiting efforts for key hires</span></li><li><span>Develop structured evaluation and interview frameworks</span></li><li><span>Establish compliant hiring documentation and practices</span></li></ul><p><br/></p><strong>Employer Branding</strong><ul><li><span>Define and own the company’s employer value proposition</span></li><li><span>Align talent messaging with defense positioning</span></li><li><span>Develop recruiting materials and candidate communication standards</span></li></ul><p><br/></p><strong>HR Operations &amp; Compliance</strong><ul><li><span>Establish foundational HR policies and procedures</span></li><li><span>Ensure compliance with German labor law and security requirements</span></li><li><span>Coordinate with external payroll and legal providers</span></li><li><span>Oversee employment contracts and HR documentation processes</span></li><li><span>Ensure alignment with security clearance requirements where applicable</span></li></ul><p><br/></p><strong>Organizational Structure &amp; Culture</strong><ul><li><span>Support leadership in defining organizational structure and reporting lines</span></li><li><span>Establish onboarding processes for new hires</span></li><li><span>Define performance review and feedback frameworks</span></li><li><span>Build scalable HR systems as headcount grows</span></li><li><span>Shape and formalize company culture in a structured, disciplined manner</span></li></ul><p><br/></p><strong>Required Qualifications</strong><p><br/></p><ul><li><span>6+ years of experience in defense, aerospace, or security-related environments</span></li><li><span>Proven experience in marketing leadership within regulated or mission-critical industries</span></li><li><span>Demonstrated experience managing HR or people operations in growing organizations</span></li><li><span>Strong understanding of defense procurement ecosystems</span></li><li><span>Experience supporting proposal and tender processes</span></li><li><span>Experience building structured recruitment and evaluation processes</span></li><li><span>Strong written and verbal communication skills</span></li><li><span>Ability to operate independently in semi-stealth or security-sensitive environments</span></li><li><span>Eligibility for </span><strong>German security clearance</strong></li></ul><p><br/></p><strong>Preferred Qualifications</strong><p><br/></p><ul><li><span>Experience within prime contractors or governmental defense institutions</span></li><li><span>Experience scaling teams in early-stage or high-growth environments</span></li><li><span>Familiarity with NATO ecosystems and international defense markets</span></li><li><span>Experience managing HR in technically complex engineering organizations</span></li></ul><p><br/></p><strong>What We Offer</strong><p><br/></p><ul><li><span>Competitive salary</span></li><li><span>VSOP / equity participation</span></li><li><span>Hybrid work model</span></li><li><span>Dynamic and flexible work schedule</span></li><li><span>Central Berlin office</span></li><li><span>Extreme growth opportunity in a fast-scaling defense startup</span></li></ul><p><br/></p><strong>Who You Are</strong><p><br/></p><ul><li><strong>Strategic and operational:</strong><span> You can define direction and execute independently</span></li><li><strong>Defense-credible:</strong><span> You understand the tone and structure of defense communication</span></li><li><strong>Organizationally disciplined:</strong><span> You bring structure to hiring, compliance, and culture</span></li><li><strong>Hands-on:</strong><span> You are comfortable writing content one day and structuring HR policy the next</span></li><li><strong>Process-oriented:</strong><span> You build scalable systems rather than improvising repeatedly</span></li><li><strong>Independent operator:</strong><span> You navigate complexity without requiring heavy oversight</span></li><li><strong>Mission-aware:</strong><span> You understand the responsibility of representing and building a defense technology company</span></li></ul><p><br/></p><p><br/></p> </div>