HENSOLDT - Innovations for a Safer World
HENSOLDT is a leading European high-tech company in the defense and security industry, headquartered in Taufkirchen near Munich. The company develops sensor solutions, electronics, and software for air, land, sea, cyber, and space applications, and supports armed forces worldwide in detecting threats early and making informed operational decisions. Building on decades of experience in mission-critical sensor technology, HENSOLDT combines radar, optronics, electronics, and cyber expertise with data-driven software and artificial intelligence.
In fiscal year 2025, HENSOLDT generated revenue of 2.46 billion euros with approximately 9,500 employees. The company is listed on the Frankfurt Stock Exchange’s MDAX.
The Communications and Marketing division is responsible for HENSOLDT’s holistic corporate communications as well as its marketing communications strategy, which is derived from the overarching corporate strategy. It supports the business units, central and support functions, and business development by managing all internal and external communications and marketing activities. The goal is to strengthen the HENSOLDT brand in the long term, actively promote cultural change, and ensure consistent, target-group-oriented communication. The Trade Shows and Events division is responsible for all of HENSOLDT’s participation in conferences, trade shows, and events—both internal and external.
Your Responsibilities
Part-time work requiring flexibility in scheduling based on set deadlines at the Oberkochen location
Independent operational planning, coordination, organization, and execution of local projects and events at the Oberkochen location
Primary responsibility for site visits, guided tours, and local events, including content development and coordination
Planning and execution of our onboarding events at the Oberkochen location
Budget responsibility and cost control for the local events and projects carried out
Manual dexterity and technical understanding for the independent setup and takedown of trade show and event infrastructure—particularly light boxes and other technical exhibits—to ensure the smooth running of events on-site
Supporting and executing individual events, including those held off-site
Managing and approving content and presentations in close collaboration with all internal stakeholders at the Oberkochen headquarters, as well as providing support for other locations in Germany
Close collaboration with the Politics, Marketing, and Sales departments, as well as with external service providers (e.g., booth construction, logistics, hotels)
Ensuring smooth project execution while adhering to time, budget, and quality requirements
Applying best practices in event and project management and utilizing digital tools for process optimization
Supporting the development of innovative event formats and hybrid event formats
Ensuring compliance with regulatory and security requirements during the planning and execution of events, particularly when handling sensitive information and security-related content
Monitoring and reporting on event KPIs to measure success and continuously optimize event formats
Your Profile
A college degree, ideally in marketing, communications, event management, or a related field
Several years of professional experience in project management and marketing, preferably with a focus on event management
Knowledge of corporate branding, change management, and digital communication is a plus
Experience dealing with political stakeholders and collaborating with external service providers
Proficiency with MS Office; experience with project management and event tools (e.g., MS Project) is desirable
A highly structured and independent work style with a strong sense of initiative
Strong teamwork and adaptability, as well as excellent stakeholder management skills
Outstanding communication and presentation skills in German and English (business-fluent); knowledge of additional foreign languages is a plus
Flexibility and willingness to take on assignments at short notice and to work on-site in Oberkochen
Willingness to travel required in certain cases
Benefits
Flexible Work Hours & Work-Life Balance
Compensation & Benefits
Personal & Professional Development
Work Environment
Health & Wellness
Mobility & Sustainability