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Senior Communications Lead, Northern Europe

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Airbnb

21d ago

  • Job
    Full-time
    Expert Level
  • Marketing
    Media & Journalism
  • London

AI generated summary

  • You should have a proven track record in leading high-performing comms teams, fostering innovation, motivating team members, and being a proactive problem solver in cross-functional environments.
  • You will manage communications strategies, oversee market plans, provide strategic advice to teams, and ensure team performance and career development across Northern Europe.

Requirements

  • A team leader with both a record of leading high performing comms teams, and experience of working with cross-functional teams to drive success
  • A proven history of encouraging and developing innovative industry-leading thinking and turning it into executable plans and campaigns
  • Experience of operating in a high performing cross functional team, acting as counsel on all comms related matters and being proactive in elevating the work of comms across the region
  • A strong track record of developing inspiring goals that motivate team members to achieve personal and professional success
  • Forward thinking, innovative and creative - proactively shares perspective at all levels of the organisation
  • Excellent problem solver with ability to anticipate future issues, unblock the most complex situations and facilitate drama-free environments where the team will thrive

Responsibilities

  • Create, manage and drive the execution of the Northern Europe overarching communications strategy and plan, continuously aligning with the global and regional business and marketing strategies
  • Direct and oversee the development and execution of market plans supporting Corporate Communications, Policy Communications, Editorial Communications and Consumer Communications
  • Develop inspiring and compelling comms strategies to challenge the team and the business to achieve beyond our existing success
  • Provide strategic comms advice and counsel to cross functional teams, collaborating with senior stakeholders from across the Northern Europe business to work together to achieve goals
  • Responsible for maintaining a clear organisational structure for the team and overall team performance and career development

FAQs

What are the key markets this role will focus on?

The key markets for the Senior Communications Lead, Northern Europe will be the UK, Ireland, and the Netherlands, with oversight of reactive communications in the Nordics.

Who will the Senior Communications Lead report to?

The Senior Communications Lead will report to the EMEA Communications Director.

What is the size of the team that the Senior Communications Lead will manage?

The Senior Communications Lead will oversee a team of four members, which includes country communications leads and experts in consumer and corporate communications.

What are the primary responsibilities of the Senior Communications Lead?

The primary responsibilities include creating and executing the overarching communications strategy, directing corporate and consumer communications, providing strategic advice to cross-functional teams, and overseeing team performance and career development.

What type of experience is required for this role?

The ideal candidate should have experience in leading high-performing communications teams, delivering innovative campaigns, and providing communications counsel within cross-functional teams. A strong track record in both consumer and corporate communications is essential.

How important is collaboration with agency partners in this role?

Successful management of agency partners in the UK, Ireland, and the Netherlands is crucial, as collaboration with these partners will be an essential part of executing the communications strategy.

What type of campaigns will the Senior Communications Lead focus on?

The Senior Communications Lead will focus on creating industry-leading campaigns that support local business goals and global communications priorities, spanning corporate, policy, and consumer communications.

What qualities are desired in the candidate for this position?

Desired qualities include being forward-thinking, innovative, a strong problem solver, and possessing the ability to motivate and inspire team members to achieve personal and professional success.

How does Airbnb view diversity and inclusion in the workplace?

Airbnb is committed to working with a diverse talent pool, believing that diverse ideas foster innovation and engagement. All qualified individuals are encouraged to apply.

Airbnb

Airbnb is a community based on connection and belonging.

Travel & Leisure
Industry
5001-10,000
Employees
2007
Founded Year

Mission & Purpose

Airbnb is an online platform that connects travellers with unique lodging options and experiences offered by hosts worldwide. The company allows hosts to rent out their properties, whether it's a spare room, an entire house, or even an unusual accommodation like a treehouse or boat, to travellers seeking a more personalised and local experience. Airbnb's ultimate mission is to create a world where anyone can belong anywhere, fostering a sense of belonging and cultural exchange among travellers and hosts. Their purpose is to enable people to explore new places, immerse themselves in different cultures, and build connections with local communities while offering hosts an opportunity to share their spaces and stories. By facilitating peer-to-peer hospitality, Airbnb aims to make travel more accessible, authentic, and enriching for people from all walks of life, while contributing to economic opportunities and sustainable tourism in various destinations.

Benefits

  • Comprehensive health plans

  • Paid volunteer time

  • Healthy food and snacks

  • Generous parental and family leave

  • Learning and development

  • Annual travel and experiences credit