Policy Communications Manager

About the role

Anthropic seeks an exceptional policy communications professional to promote understanding and awareness of the organization’s mission and policy perspectives.

Reporting into the Head of Policy Communications, you will work with policy, legal and external affairs to educate press and policy makers in DC and beyond about our products and principles.  The ideal candidate should be someone who is a highly skilled in media relations and used to working in a fast-paced environment.  They should have the ability to move fast, think critically and work collaboratively on complex issues. A deep understanding of the DC media environment, the technology sector and Anthropic’s varied audiences is key. 

Responsibilities:

• Develop and execute proactive communications strategies that effectively communicate our products and plans to key stakeholders
• Work with the policy team to craft our responses to policy developments that impact the AI industry and architect reactive communications strategies
• Partner cross functionally with the policy, legal and product teams to prepare for major company announcements and product launches, and to handle inbound media requests
• Build strong relationships with journalists and relevant influencers in DC and important policy hubs
• Orchestrate and write company blog posts and other communications materials.
• Manage executive interviews and speaking engagements. 

You may be a good fit if you:

• Have 10+ years directing policy communications at high-growth tech companies and/or successful political campaigns.
• Want to be part of a fast-paced, small, experienced and impactful team.
• Enjoy and are excellent at media relations
• Are a superb written and verbal communicator
• Enjoy working cross-functionally with a range of technical and non-technical teams.
• Are excited to translate insights about AI for broader audiences.
• Are results-oriented and high agency, with a bias towards flexibility and impact.
• Care about ensuring that transformative AI systems are developed safely.

Sample Projects:

• Lead the communications planning and execution of major company announcements.
• Oversee executive visits to DC and elsewhere 
• Manage fast moving inbound press enquiries on complex issues. 
• Provide counsel and support to team members across the organization.

Deadline to apply: None. Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis.