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Senior Communications Lead, Northern Europe

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Airbnb

1mo ago

  • Job
    Full-time
    Expert / Leadership (9+ years)
  • London

AI generated summary

  • You should be a proven leader in comms teams, innovative, able to inspire goals, solve problems, and drive success in cross-functional environments while elevating communication efforts.
  • You will drive Northern Europe's communications strategy, oversee market plans, inspire teams, advise stakeholders, and ensure team performance and development.

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 responsibilities of the Senior Communications Lead, Northern Europe?

The key responsibilities include creating and managing the overarching communications strategy for the UK, Ireland, and the Netherlands, overseeing market plans across various communication areas, providing strategic advice to cross-functional teams, and maintaining team performance and career development.

Who will the Senior Communications Lead report to?

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

What markets does this role focus on?

This role focuses on three key markets: the UK, Ireland, and the Netherlands, with oversight of reactive communications in the Nordics.

How many members will be on the Northern Europe communications team?

The team will comprise four members, including country communications leads for the UK and Netherlands, as well as consumer and corporate communications experts focused on the UK and Ireland.

What kind of experience is necessary for this role?

A successful candidate should have solid experience in delivering communications campaigns and strategies, experience in both consumer and corporate communications, and a proven track record of leadership in the communications field.

Will the Senior Communications Lead work with external agencies?

Yes, effective management of agency partners in the UK, Ireland, and the Netherlands is a crucial aspect of the role.

What is the expected working environment for this position?

The position is based in London and operates within a global company environment, requiring collaboration with senior leadership in Europe and HQ teams in the US.

What qualities are sought in the ideal candidate?

The ideal candidate will be a forward-thinking, innovative communicator with strong problem-solving skills, a track record of leading high-performing teams, and the ability to create inspiring communication strategies.

Is Airbnb committed to diversity and inclusion in its hiring process?

Yes, Airbnb is committed to working with the broadest talent pool possible and believes 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