Senior Corporate Communications Manager, Dach & Cee

Airbnb

Berlin, Germany
On-site
Shape and execute communications strategy
Manage press office across complex topics
Engage directly with journalists
Airbnb is seeking a Senior Corporate Communications Manager for the DACH & CEE region, based in Berlin, to develop and execute communication strategies that navigate complex regulatory landscapes while building trust in local communities. The role requires extensive experience in corporate and policy communications, particularly within a fast-paced environment, and a proven ability to manage media relations

Job Summary

  • Drive 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.
  • Manage the press office across complex topics: regulatory affairs, housing policy, taxation, community impact, and trust & safety.
  • Engage directly with journalists in Germany; build and leverage established media contacts to shape narrative and anticipate emerging threats.

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Airbnb is seeking a Senior Corporate Communications Manager for the DACH & CEE region, based in Berlin, to develop and execute communication strategies that navigate complex regulatory landscapes while building trust in local communities. The role requires extensive experience in corporate and policy communications, particularly within a fast-paced environment, and a proven ability to manage media relations.

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Shape and execute communications strategy
  • Manage press office across complex topics
  • Engage directly with journalists
  • Develop proactive corporate and policy communications strategy
  • Lead agency partnerships

Nice-to-have

  • Build trust and belonging in communities
  • Navigate complex regulatory landscapes
  • Amplify impactful narratives
  • Anticipate issues and maintain reputation

Key Requirements

  • 8+ years of corporate and policy communications experience
  • Proven expertise managing communications on trust, crisis, policy, regulatory, and financial matters
  • Track record of managing external agency partners
  • Experience navigating complex regulatory environments
  • Proven ability to develop and execute crisis communication plans
  • Expert knowledge of the German media landscape
  • Established relationships with key journalists

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