Events Manager, Defence

Systematic; Farnborough; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A growing international defence software company in Farnborough seeks an experienced Events Manager. This role involves leading high-profile events, coordinating strategies, and managing logistics to enhance brand visibility. The ideal candidate has over 8 years of event management experience in technology or B2B sectors. The position offers excellent benefits, including private healthcare and a stakeholder pension scheme.

Benefits

Stakeholder pension scheme operated by Scottish Widows

Private healthcare

Corporate discounts

25 days of holiday plus bank holidays

Time off in lieu

Qualifications

• 8+ years of experience in event management, ideally in defence, technology, or B2B sectors.
• Proven track record of delivering complex international events that make an impact.
• Strong understanding of integrated communications and marketing campaigns.

Responsibilities

• Lead planning and execution of high-profile international trade shows and customer events.
• Develop and implement an annual Defence events strategy.
• Manage suppliers, budgets, logistics and schedules for high-quality delivery.

Skills

Event management expertise

Strategic thinking

Communication skills

Relationship building

Budget management

Job description

Join a growing international defence software company and play a key role in shaping our global presence. We are seeking an experienced Events Manager to lead high-profile exhibitions and events that showcase our innovative solutions and strengthen relationships across the defence sector. If you see events as strategic communication rather than just a logistics exercise, this role is for you.

The role: Lead strategic events that drive impact worldwide

Reporting to the Head of Defence Marketing & Communications, you will lead strategy and the planning and execution of 40+ events and exhibitions that enhance brand visibility, strengthen relationships and align with Systematic’s wider marketing and communications campaigns. You will ensure that every event, from major global trade shows to customer briefings and internal gatherings, communicates our story effectively and leaves a lasting impression. This role blends strategic leadership with hands‑on delivery, owning the full event life cycle and driving team coordination across every stage.

Your responsibilities

• Lead the planning and execution of high‑profile international trade shows, conferences and customer events that position Systematic Defence as a trusted, world‑class software provider – while ensuring that each event delivers strong brand impact and measurable business value.
• Develop and implement an annual Defence events strategy, aligning activities with overarching communications and campaign objectives.
• Lead and coordinate the team’s tasks – driving planning, execution and smooth collaboration across every event.
• Collaborate closely with the Marketing Campaigns and Communications teams to integrate event communications – from pre‑event promotion to post‑event engagement.
• Manage suppliers, budgets, logistics and schedules to ensure seamless, high‑quality delivery.
• Partner with Business Development teams to maximise lead generation and customer engagement opportunities.

The team: Join a collaborative and global team

You will be a member of the Defence Marketing & Communications team, which is spread across three locations in Denmark, Germany and the UK. Your primary workspace will be our Farnborough office, working alongside half of the Defence MarCom team while collaborating daily with colleagues across locations. This position offers an opportunity for you to work in a truly international environment.

You bring: Event management expertise, strategic insight and a passion for impactful experiences

You bring 8+ years of experience in event management – ideally within defence, technology or B2B sectors – and a proven track record of delivering complex international events that make an impact. You have a strong understanding of how events fit within integrated communications and marketing campaigns, and you thrive in fast‑paced, collaborative environments.

We are also looking for someone who

• Combines strategic thinking and creativity with hands‑on execution across the full event life cycle.
• Builds strong relationships with stakeholders and leads events with clarity and confidence.
• Plans and prioritises effectively while balancing budgets, timelines and multiple priorities.
• Is structured and organised in how they work and remains confident under pressure.
• Communicates with clarity and confidence – verbally and in writing – across teams, stakeholders and event audiences.

Please note

You must be eligible to live and work in the UK and meet the requirements for a BPSS check or additional security checks commensurate with your role. Read more here.

Benefits – Systematic Farnborough

• Stakeholder pension scheme operated by Scottish Widows
• Private healthcare
• Corporate discounts through our ADS Group membership
• 25 days of holiday plus bank holidays
• Time off in lieu
• 37.5‑hour working week

Systematic is Denmark’s largest privately owned software company, developing innovative IT solutions since 1985. Proudly Danish, truly international and people‑centric, we create intelligent software that drives progress and improves lives. Our solutions support critical decision‑making in defence, healthcare and the utilities, with over one million daily users across more than 50 countries. Trusted by over 50 nations and NATO, our SitaWare software advances military operations, while our Columna solutions enhance care in hospitals worldwide. At Systematic, we never stop developing – it’s not just a place to work, but a place to belong.

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We will be assessing applications on an ongoing basis as we wish to welcome our new colleague as soon as possible, so click Apply Now and send us your CV today.