About the Role
We’re looking for a senior communications professional to lead our communications team across Germany, Austria and Switzerland. The role will be based in Berlin and will report into our Head of Communications for Europe.
What You'll Do
1. Establish Uber’s brand with the media and third parties and strengthen its reputation with key stakeholders
2. Design high profile corporate and consumer campaigns for Uber and Uber Eats
3. Manage corporate issues and crises across Germany, Switzerland and Austria
4. Work with beat reporters on a daily basis, juggling a combination of proactive and reactive communications efforts that protect and enhance Uber’s reputation
5. Act as a spokesperson for the organization
6. Be a trusted partner to DACH executives
7. Manage a team of 3 in-house communications specialists
8. Allocate resources for maximum impact
What You'll Need
1. Strong command of the media, policy, and cultural landscape across DACH
2. Comprehensive existing network of GE contacts across press, KOLs and relevant institutions
3. Strong strategic capabilities and proven ability to develop proactive communications strategies that cut through and drive measurable results
4. Experience in issues management and explaining complicated topics to a wide range of audiences
5. Experienced at going beyond media relations to reach our audiences
6. Intellectual curiosity and a willingness to experiment in order to learn and identify creative solutions
7. Natural campaigning mindset; proven ability to shape and promote corporate interests
8. Ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment and manage multiple projects simultaneously
9. Ability to build relationships cross-functionally
10. Ability to balance critical thinking with tactical execution and attention to detail, in the face of frequent inbound enquiries and other requests
11. Excellent news (and overall) judgment, as well as exceptional writing and communications skills
Bonus Points If
8+ years managing corporate and/or consumer communications for technology or consumer-facing brands, or in relevant Government communications departments.
We welcome people from all backgrounds who seek the opportunity to help build a future where everyone and everything can move independently. If you have the curiosity, passion, and collaborative spirit, work with us, and let’s move the world forward, together.
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