Communications Lead, DACH

About the role

Anthropic is looking for a communications lead to run our communications strategy in Germany, Austria and Switzerland (DACH region). Based in Munich, you will shape how Anthropic shows up in the region, shaping our enterprise and product narrative, navigating complex policy matters and introducing our brand to audiences beyond AI. You will report to the Head of EMEA Communications.

This is a first-in-market role. You will operate as the communications voice on the ground, building Anthropic's brand and bringing our AI safety mission to life with mainstream, policy and technical audiences. You will be fluent in German and English, comfortable handling mainstream news stories and AI policy issues, and energised by the prospect of building something from scratch inside one of the world's most consequential technology companies.

Responsibilities

Own the communications strategy for the DACH region, translating Anthropic's global momentum, research leadership, and product innovation into stories that resonate locally

Lead corporate communications in the region. Engineer landmark moments and high-quality reference pieces that establish Anthropic as one of the world's most admired companies and a serious economic force in Europe

Make communications a strategic partner to GTM. Cement Claude's enterprise leadership and demonstrate how our responsible approach to building safe AI is earning the trust of decision-makers in regulated industries

Build policy communications that help define AI's positive future in the region. In partnership with our policy team, showcase how AI is transforming science, education, and the public sector, while navigating sensitive conversations on sovereignty, copyright, and regulation

Develop and steward relationships with the journalists, creators, and influencers shaping the AI debate in the region

Provide communications counsel and media preparation for Anthropic spokespeople and customer executives

Build out team operations and agency support so we can tell our story at scale

You may be a good fit if you

Have around 10 years of communications experience, ideally including in-house roles at AI or high-growth technology companies

Are genuinely excited about AI and care deeply about the safe development of transformative AI systems

Are a competent media handler, especially working directly with reporters in Germany

Have a strong grasp of the European AI landscape — the companies, founders, investors, journalists, and policymakers shaping the conversation

Have run international communications programs for a US-headquartered technology company, with meaningful experience in Germany

Are skilled at managing senior stakeholders and giving sharp counsel to executives

Are fluent in German and English as a minimum. Fluency in additional European languages is a plus

Strong candidates may also have

Direct experience in communications for AI companies, high-growth startups, or research labs

Existing relationships with key voices shaping the AI debate in Germany

Additional experience in financial services, healthcare, or life sciences communications