Senior Government Relations Manager (m/f/d)

RxREVU, Inc.; Berlin; Hybrid; EUR 90.000 - 140.000; Vollzeit

Benefits dieser Stelle

Bonus opportunity

Hybrid working setup

Pension contribution

Learning & development support

Probonio benefits budget

Relocation support where applicable

Dog-friendly office

Zusammenfassung

ARX Robotics is seeking a Senior Government Relations Manager to shape Germany and European policy in defense tech. You will operate at the highest levels of government and military, translating strategic objectives into concrete engagement and policy influence.

Fluency in English and German is required, with a track record of building relationships with senior decision-makers and navigating complex political environments. Hybrid work setup offered with competitive compensation.

Qualifikationen

• 7+ years of experience in government relations, public affairs, defense policy, or related field.

Aufgaben

• Execute government affairs strategy across Germany and Europe.
• Cultivate relationships with senior decision-makers in government, ministries, and military.
• Engage with industry associations and political forums to shape policy.

Kenntnisse

Government relations

Public affairs

Defense policy

Stakeholder engagement

German government

English

Jobbeschreibung

About the Role

As our Senior Government Relations Manager, you will be a key architect of ARX Robotics' political and institutional presence in Germany and across Europe. Operating at the intersection of defense policy, technology, and diplomacy, you will engage at the highest levels of government and military to advance our mission. This is a high-impact role for a professional who thrives in complex political environments and understands the strategic importance of autonomous systems for European security.

Working as a trusted partner and proxy for the Head of Government Relations, you will have a direct hand in shaping the policy landscape. You will translate our strategic objectives into concrete engagement, build sustainable relationships, and serve as a key voice for ARX in the political arena, ensuring our perspective helps inform the future of defense.

What You'll Build

• Execute our government affairs strategy in Germany and across Europe, turning strategic goals into tangible outcomes.
• Cultivate and deepen relationships with key decision-makers within the German Bundestag, Federal Ministries (e.g., BMVg), the Bundeswehr, and relevant EU institutions.
• Actively engage with and shape positions within relevant industry and political associations, such as BDSV, BDI, Bitkom and comparable forums.
• Shape our political narrative, crafting compelling position papers, briefings, and communications for senior leadership.
• Act as our expert on the defense policy landscape, providing actionable intelligence on legislative shifts and funding frameworks.
• Represent ARX in key industry associations and political forums, ensuring our perspective is influential.
• Serve as a trusted partner to our leadership, providing strategic counsel and representing the company at the highest levels.

What You Bring

• 7+ years of experience in government relations, public affairs, defense policy, or a related field ideally with exposure to both the private sector and public institutions
• A significant track record in government relations, public affairs, or defense policy, ideally with experience in both the private and public sectors.
• An established network and demonstrated ability to build relationships with senior decision-makers in the German government, Bundestag, and military.
• Deep expertise in the German political landscape, parliamentary processes, and the European defense ecosystem.
• Experience in the defense, aerospace, or technology sector is strongly preferred.
• The ability to translate complex technical and policy topics into clear, persuasive narratives.
• Fluency in both English and German is required for this role.
• Political astuteness and discretion, with the ability to navigate sensitive, high-stakes environments with integrity.
• A proactive and self-directed mindset, with a strong sense of ownership and the ability to manage complex relationships and projects.

Please note: You do not need to meet every single requirement to apply. We welcome motivated candidates who are eager to grow into the role and develop their expertise further.

What We Offer

Join a mission-driven European defense tech company at a pivotal stage of growth, where you can help shape meaningful technology, take ownership early, and grow with the business!

• Competitive compensation package including a bonus opportunity
• 27 vacation days to start, increasing with tenure up to 30 days
• Employer-supported pension contribution
• Learning & development support and team events budget
• Employee discounts and flexible benefits budget via Probonio
• Hybrid working setup depending on role and team needs
• Structured salary bands, levelling framework, and bi-annual development conversations
• Referral bonus program, dog-friendly office, and relocation support where applicable