PR & Communications Manager (m/f/d)

Festanstellung, Vollzeit · München

The Role

We're looking for a motivated PR & Communications Manager (m/f/d) to own, drive, and execute our public relations program.

In your day-to-day work, your mission will be to generate high-quality earned media, build strong relationships with journalists and public stakeholders, and shape a consistent narrative that supports ARX’s growth journey across Europe and beyond.

To join our team, you should be excited to:

Build and run the end-to-end PR engine: strategy, planning, execution, and measurement
Develop a clear narrative and messaging framework aligned with leadership and product teams
Secure high-quality earned coverage in tier-1, trade, and regional outlets; expand ARX’s share of voice
Cultivate and manage a strong network of journalists, editors, analysts, and public stakeholders
Own the newsroom calendar: press releases, media pitches, op-eds, bylines, Q&As, and thought-leadership
Prepare spokespeople: briefing docs, media training, talking points, and interview prep Manage announcements, product launches, partnerships, speaking opportunities, awards, and events
Monitor media, issues, and competitive trends; surface insights and recommendations
Lead issues and crisis communications with clear protocols and fast response
Partner closely with Marketing and Business Development to amplify PR impact across channels
Track KPIs (coverage quality, message pull-through, sentiment, domain authority, referral traffic) and report results

Your Profile

5+ years of hands-on PR experience with a strong track record in earned media (agency or in-house)
Demonstrated success pitching and landing coverage with tier-1 and industry media
Existing, active media network you can bring to the role, ideally in tech, deep tech, defense, or policy
Excellent storytelling and editorial skills; able to craft compelling pitches, op-eds, and exec narratives
Confident spokesperson preparation and C-level stakeholder management
Experience running announcements end to end, including embargoes, exclusives, and coordinated launches
Strong judgment in issues and crisis communications and comfort operating in high-stakes contexts
Data-aware approach to PR with clear KPI setting and performance reporting
Excellent communication skills with business fluency in both German and English (written and spoken)
Thrives in a fast-paced, high-growth environment with a bias to action and ownership

Nice to have skills:

Background or strong exposure to defense, security, dual-use tech, or government affairs
Existing network with media partners and journalists in Germany and beyond
Experience with analyst relations, policy comms, or investor/financial communications
Familiarity with modern PR and monitoring tools (e.g., Muck Rack, Meltwater, Talkwalker, Semrush)

Benefits and Perks

Competitive salary and benefits package
A shaping role in an emerging dual use company
Opportunity to work with a highly innovative, international, and dynamic team
Room for professional growth and development
Participation in the company's success, with access to regular events, knowledge exchange and meetups

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About us

ARX is a dual-use technology company that specializes in developing autonomous unmanned systems and sensors for the European defence sector. Our dual-use unmanned ground systems and sensors assist NATO Armies and civilian first responders in tackling their most challenging problems by providing them with training and information to make better decisions and take effective actions in life-or-death situations.

As our team continues to expand rapidly, we are seeking motivated candidates who are excited to work in a highly energetic, creative, and innovative team dedicated to developing autonomous systems for challenging environments. We operate in a dynamic sector where collaboration, sharing innovative ideas, and developing novel problem-solving strategies are ingrained in our work culture.

If you are passionate about overcoming challenges that have areal impact on the security of our democracies, apply here to join ARX and help shape the future of dual-use technology!

In addition to a competitive salary package, we offer the opportunity to participate in the company's success. ARX is an equal-opportunity employer, and we encourage candidates from all backgrounds to apply.

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