# Sr. Manager, Communications DACH

**Company:** [Pinterest](https://hotfix.jobs/companies/pinterest)
**Location:** Unspecified
**Role:** Communications
**Salary:** $96k – $187k/yr
**Experience:** 15+ years
**Skills:** Communications Strategy, Pr, Media Relations, B2B Communications, Executive Communication, People Management, Agency Management, Ai Communications
**Posted:** 2026-06-23

> Lead communications strategy and execution for Pinterest across Germany, Austria, and Switzerland. Manage media relations, executive communications, brand campaigns, and a Berlin-based direct report while partnering with the DACH leadership team.

## Job Description

## What you’ll do

- Lead External Communications in DACH: Own and execute the communications plans and execution across consumer, B2B, corporate, and policy communications across Germany, Austria, and Switzerland.
- Drive Brand & Consumer Campaigns: Drive proactive consumer PR initiatives that localize and amplify our global brand campaigns. Translate core messaging to DACH audiences, positioning the platform as a tool for real life.
- Amplify the Zurich AI Hub Excellence: Partner with technical and product teams in Zurich to build compelling narratives around AI innovation, showcasing how Pinterest leads the industry in responsible AI and content moderation.
- Executive & Leadership Communications: Partner closely with DACH MD and global executives to support, prepare, and amplify them at top-tier industry events, media appearances, and complex topical narratives.
- Media & Stakeholder Relations: Cultivate strong relationships with journalists and new media across the DACH region. Manage rapid response to high-priority regional issues.
- Team Leadership & Agency Management: Act as a supportive line manager to your Berlin-based direct report. Oversee in-market PR agencies, directing their work, monitoring progress, reporting, and budgeting.
- Cross-functional Partnerships: Build collaborative partnerships with regional sales, policy, and marketing teams to ensure alignment on business priorities and protect brand integrity.

## What we’re looking for

- Minimum 15 Years of Communications Experience: Ideally with a fast-paced technology, digital media, or global platform brand, preferably with experience operating within a US-headquartered corporate environment.
- Deep Mastery of the DACH Media Landscape: Explicit expertise and established media relationships within Germany, Austria, and Switzerland, spanning business, tech, trade, consumer press and emerging media.
- Proven People Leadership: Experience directly managing and developing talent, with the ability to effectively guide and empower a remote direct report (based in Berlin).
- Strategic B2B & Commercial Acumen: Experience driving PR strategies within a major digital advertising market, comfortably articulating full-funnel value propositions to brands and advertisers.
- Familiarity with Tech Policy & Innovation: Deep alignment with core policy stances (teen safety, online content moderation, and responsible AI) and the ability to turn complex tech/AI capabilities into mainstream corporate stories.
- Exceptional Executive Presence: A proven track record of working directly with, advising, and building trust with senior regional leadership and C-suite executives.
- An Absolute Team Player: A collaborative, supportive mindset that thrives within a tight-knit international communications team.
- Language Skills: Business level fluency in German and English, with exceptional writing skills and a strong eye for detail in both languages.
- Bachelor’s degree in Communications, a related field or equivalent experience.

## In-Office Requirement

- Present in the Hamburg office 1-2 times per week and living within a commutable distance. Expectation of travel across the region.

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