Senior Communications Lead, India

About this role

Lead Airbnb’s communications strategy and team in India, aligning local work with regional and global priorities. Advise India leadership and oversee consumer, product, policy and corporate communications, including reputation and crisis management.

About the company

Airbnb is a global online marketplace that connects travelers with hosts offering unique accommodations and experiences in various destinations. The platform serves individuals seeking short-term lodging as well as hosts looking to monetize their properties.

What you'll do

• Set and own a multi-year India communications strategy tied to business outcomes
• Advise the India Country Manager and visiting global executives, and contribute to India Leadership Team priorities
• Lead integrated consumer, product, policy and corporate communications
• Manage and develop the India communications team and agency partners
• Oversee editorial communications, campaigns and the news calendar
• Partner with Public Policy on government and regulatory communications
• Lead issues and crisis preparedness and response
• Build executive visibility and senior media relationships; define success metrics and manage the market budget

What we're looking for

• Bachelor’s or master’s degree
• Senior communications experience across agency and in-house roles, including team leadership
• Track record building communications strategy in India for a consumer or technology brand
• Strong relationships with national, business and regional media in India
• Experience in corporate, policy or reputation communications, including high-profile issues and crises
• Experience advising C-suite executives and working with government and policy stakeholders
• Proven ability to lead teams and agencies and influence across a global organization
• Excellent English writing and verbal communication skills

Nice to have

• Experience leading or working with agencies on influencer and celebrity work
• Hindi or another Indian language