Head Of Marketing & Communications, Germany

ICEYE

Berlin, Germany
Compensation matched to seniority; salary, benefit...
Onsite (berlin)
8+ years in defense or space sector
Fluent german and english writing skills
Experience with vs-nfd security constraints
ICEYE is seeking a Head of Marketing & Communications for its Berlin office to establish the company's presence in Germany, focusing on defense and security communications. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in high-complexity technical sectors and possess strong writing skills in both German and English

Job Summary

  • This role exists to build the credible, sovereign-aligned German voice for ICEYE's SAR capabilities in defense and national security contexts.
  • The successful candidate will define the company's narrative, manage PR directly, and align communications with strict German security requirements like VS-NfD.
  • Candidates are expected to deliver a differentiated brand recognized by key stakeholders including Generalmajors, Staatssekretäre, and Bundestag staff within six months.

Matching Summary

Match Score: 85

ICEYE is seeking a Head of Marketing & Communications for its Berlin office to establish the company's presence in Germany, focusing on defense and security communications. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in high-complexity technical sectors and possess strong writing skills in both German and English.

Salary

Compensation matched to seniority; salary, benefits, and equity discussed openly with finalists

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • 8+ years in defense or space sector
  • Fluent German and English writing skills
  • Experience with VS-NfD security constraints
  • Proven track record building brands from scratch
  • Deep knowledge of German policy and defense industry

Nice-to-have

  • Ability to disagree constructively
  • Taste for honest creative direction
  • Experience managing agency ecosystems
  • Background in high-complexity technical sectors

Key Requirements

  • Minimum 8 years of relevant experience
  • Native-level proficiency in German and English
  • Understanding of German security classification protocols

Work Rights

Subject to applicable security screening

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