Job Title: Senior Corporate Communications Manager, DACH & CEE
\nLocation: Berlin, Germany
\nDepartment: Communications
\nJob Description:
\nAirbnb was born in 2007 when two hosts welcomed three guests to their San Francisco home, and has since grown to over 5 million hosts who have welcomed over 2 billion guest arrivals in almost every country across the globe.
\nEvery day, hosts offer unique stays and experiences that make it possible for guests to connect with communities in a more authentic way.
\nThe Community You Will Join:
\nAre you passionate about driving the success of a global business in the dynamic, evolving, and fast-paced world of corporate and policy communications?
\nAs the Senior Corporate and Policy Communications Manager for DACH & CEE, you will play a central role in shaping and executing the communications strategy for one of our most important European markets.
\nYou will help tell Airbnb's story - how we build trust and belonging in communities,while navigating one of Europe's most complex regulatory landscapes.
\nJoining our DACH & CEE Communications team based in Berlin, you will work closely with local policy, marketing, legal, and partnerships teams, and forge strong relationships across EMEA and the US.
\nYour role is critical: Germany's regulatory environment around housing, short-term rentals, and overtourism is complex and politically sensitive and your ability to shape and amplify impactful narratives, anticipate issues, and maintain Airbnb's reputation will directly influence business outcomes and regulatory relationships.
\nThe Difference You will Make:
\nDrive impactful campaigns addressing overtourism challenges through locally relevant nature tourism and travel dispersal narratives, positioning Airbnb as a responsible community actor that builds trust and belonging
\nManage the press office across complex topics: regulatory affairs, housing policy, taxation, community impact, and trust & safety
\nEngage directly with journalists in Germany; build and leverage established media contacts to shape narrative and anticipate emerging threats
\nWork with cross functional partners to develop, plan and execute a regular drumbeat of robust stories and comms moments that demonstrate Airbnb's contribution to communities and economies while navigating sensitive regulatory terrain
\nLead agency partnerships, setting strategic direction for external communications suppliers
\nProtect the business by proactively communicating our commitment to community trust, responsible hosting, and addressing legitimate policy concern.
\nIf you thrive in fast-paced environments with a focus on execution, have a strong nose for a good story, and can balance strategic thinking with hands-on crisis management while championing our mission to build trust and belonging, this role is for you.
\nA Typical Day:
\nDevelop proactive corporate and policy communications strategy with Germany Policy, Legal, Marketing, and Partnerships teams
\nManage the press office, handling reactive media enquiries and responding to journalists on deadline with strategic messaging
\nBuild relationships with key reporters and editors in the German media landscape; identify proactive story opportunities
\nDevelop written communications materials (story pitches, press releases, messaging, Q&As, briefs, presentations)
\nBrief executives and colleagues for media interviews and public speaking engagements
\nLead agency partnerships and manage external communications suppliers
\nMonitor the news cycle to identify emerging threats and opportunities for proactive communications
\nCollaborate with Policy, Legal, Consumer Communications, and global corporate communications teams
\nYour Expertise:
\nExperience & Track Record
\n8+ years of corporate and policy communications in an agency, in-house, or public administration setting
\nProven expertise managing communications on trust, crisis, policy, regulatory, and financial matters in a matrixed organization.
\nExperience working in an international organization is a plus.
\nTrack record of managing external agency partners and media relations firms
\nExperience navigating complex regulatory environments and translating policy into compelling narratives
\nProven ability to develop and execute crisis communication plans in real-time
\nMedia Relations & Storytelling
\nExpert knowledge of the German media landscape and established relationships with key journalists
\nFlair for storytelling with experience creating press office stories and multi-channel campaigns that build reputation and trust
\nConfident in advising internal teams on maximizing positive coverage and minimizing negative media cycles
\nAbility to distill and articulate complex, nuanced policy topics for different audiences
\nCommunication & Professional Skills
\nFluent English (spoken and written); German required at business level minimum
\nExcellent writing skills,able to craft compelling narratives, precise Q&As, and strategic messaging
\nStrong verbal communication and interpersonal skills; comfort engaging with journalists, executives, and cross-functional stakeholders
\nCan-do, proactive attitude with solutions-focused mindset; strong attention to detail and ability to deliver in fast-paced environments
\nMaintains composure in high-pressure situations; awareness of German geopolitics and regulatory dynamics
\nUnderstanding of reputation management and how to leverage data and insights to craft and proactively land data-driven stories in earned media and measure communications impact
\nOur Commitment To Inclusion & Belonging:
\nAirbnb is committed to working with the broadest talent pool possible.
\nWe believe diverse ideas foster innovation and engagement, and allow us to attract creatively-led people, and to develop the best products, services and solutions.
\nAll qualified individuals are encouraged to apply.
\nHow We'll Take Care of You:
\nOur job titles may span more than one career level.
\nThe actual base pay is dependent upon many factors, such as: training, transferable skills, work experience, business needs and market demands.
\nThe base pay range shown below is annualized, is subject to change and may be modified in the future.
\nThis role may also be eligible for bonus, equity, benefits, and Employee Travel Credits.
\nGermany Annual Pay Range€84.000-€105.000 EUR
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