Description

As the Senior Corporate and Policy Communications Manager for DACH CEE, you will shape and execute the communications strategy for one of Airbnb's most important European markets, telling stories about building trust and belonging while navigating complex regulatory landscapes. You'll work closely with local teams and forge relationships across EMEA and the US, directly influencing business outcomes and regulatory relationships.

Requirements

• 8+ years of corporate and policy communications in an agency, in-house, or public administration setting
• Proven expertise managing communications on trust, crisis, policy, regulatory, and financial matters in a matrixed organization
• Track record of managing external agency partners and media relations firms
• Experience navigating complex regulatory environments and translating policy into compelling narratives
• Proven ability to develop and execute crisis communication plans in real-time
• Expert knowledge of the German media landscape and established relationships with key journalists
• Fluent English and German (business level minimum)
• Excellent writing and verbal communication skills

Responsibilities

• Drive impactful campaigns addressing overtourism challenges through locally relevant nature tourism and travel dispersal narratives
• 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
• Work with cross functional partners to develop, plan and execute a regular drumbeat of robust stories and comms moments
• Lead agency partnerships, setting strategic direction for external communications suppliers
• Protect the business by proactively communicating our commitment to community trust, responsible hosting, and addressing legitimate policy concerns