Head of Business Unit Security and Defense | Leitung Geschäftsfeld Sicherheit- und Verteidigung

Job Summary

This leadership role involves steering the 'Civil Security and Defense' business unit, an autonomous entity within a leading German project management organization specializing in research funding and innovation consulting for governmental bodies. The Head will manage a team of 25 experts, driving the national and European security and defense research agenda. Key responsibilities include defining the unit's strategic direction, ensuring effective multi-project management based on defined KPIs, and continuously developing acquisition strategies for new contracts. The ideal candidate possesses strong entrepreneurial and strategic thinking, proven leadership experience in complex team structures, and the ability to translate complex contexts into actionable goals. This position offers significant scope for shaping strategic topics, a secure job at the intersection of research, politics, and economy, and a culture emphasizing collaboration and personal development.