Talent Partner, Defence – Nordics
WFA Digital Insight
STARK’s Talent Partner for Defence in the Nordics is a niche recruiting role that blends remote work with deep technical know‑how. The company’s focus on autonomous, software‑defined systems means the recruiter must understand cutting‑edge electronics, embedded and sensing technologies, not just generic hiring practices. What sets this position apart is its direct partnership with senior engineering leaders across Sweden and the wider Nordic defence ecosystem, requiring fluency in Swedish and a solid grasp of regional talent markets. Candidates will be expected to build pipelines in a highly specialised arena, where each hire can affect the operational edge of NATO allies. It’s a rare chance to influence the people side of frontier defence tech from a fully remote base.
Job Description
About Us STARK is a new kind of defence technology company revolutionising the way autonomous systems are deployed across multiple domains. We design, develop, and manufacture high-performance unmanned systems that are software-defined, mass-scalable, and cost-effective — providing operators with a decisive edge in contested environments. We are focused on delivering deployable, high-performance systems — not future promises. In a time of rising threats, STARK is bolstering the technological edge of NATO Allies and their Partners to deter aggression and defend Europe, today. ]]> Your mission As Talent Partner, Defence – Nordics, you will lead recruitment for specialised engineering roles across the Nordic region, with a primary focus on Sweden. You will partner closely with technical leadership to identify and hire engineers across defence technology and advanced electronics domains, building strong pipelines within the Nordic engineering and defence ecosystem. ]]> Responsibilities Lead end to end recruitment for specialised engineering and defence technology roles across Sweden and the Nordic region. Partner with hiring managers to define hiring priorities and technical candidate profiles. Build targeted pipelines within Nordic defence and advanced engineering talent markets. Identify and engage engineers working on electronics, embedded systems, communications technologies, sensing systems, and related fields. Provide market insight on talent availability and hiring risks within Nordic engineering sectors. Ensure structured candidate evaluation and consistent hiring decisions. Maintain accurate recruitment pipelines and data within Personio. ]]> Qualifications Fluent in Swedish and English. German is a strong advantage. Significant experience recruiting specialised engineering talent within defence, aerospace, electronics, or advanced technology sectors. Strong understanding of Swedish and Nordic engineering talent markets. Demonstrated ability to partner credibly with senior engineering leaders and technical hiring managers in high bar technical hiring environments. Proven ability to source and engage highly specialised technical profiles. Highly organised and comfortable operating independently in fast paced environments. ]]>
How to Stand Out
- Highlight any prior recruiting experience in defence, aerospace or advanced electronics on your resume; specificity wins attention.
- Demonstrate fluency in Swedish (and German if possible) in your cover letter; language proficiency is a core requirement.
- Prepare concrete examples of building talent pipelines in niche markets; interviewers will probe your sourcing strategies.
- Familiarise yourself with Personio’s interface beforehand; mentioning ATS proficiency shows readiness for remote workflow.
- Emphasise collaborative projects with senior engineering leaders to illustrate your credibility as a strategic partner.
- When discussing compensation, focus on the overall value package (remote stipend, health benefits, learning budget) rather than salary alone.
- Watch for vague job descriptions that lack clarity on reporting lines; ask about team structure during interviews to ensure alignment.
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