Opportunity

Account Directors produce high quality advisory documents demonstrating a deep understanding of clients and issues. You will be regularly providing advice and analysis to clients, and developing an advisory voice informed by research, experience and awareness of market trends and events. You will manage some key workstreams as well as guiding executives and assistants on the account.

As an Account Director, you will also begin to develop a network and build relationships with clients, media, advisers, Brunswick colleagues and other stakeholders. You will work to develop your media-handling skills and have a good understanding of Brunswick’s different sectors and specialist offers and how to connect them with clients as part of our one firm offering.

About the Role

This role is working within Brunswick’s expanding Defence Sector Group, focussing on Investor Relations and capital market communications. Your key responsibilities will include:

• Deliver media, political, regulatory and market analysis to clients, with intelligent insight and recommendations informed by data, analysis and experience.
• Manage the development of high-quality client documents, playing a key role in drafting, proofing, editing and version control, along with seamless project management of client workstreams.
• Guide executives and assistants in effectively supporting accounts.
• Work to develop a solid understanding of different sectors and specialist offers.
• Ensure all logistics for client meetings and events are executed smoothly and manage upwards to ensure Brunswick delivers on time and above expectation.
• Begin to develop an advisory voice informed by research, experience and awareness of market trends and events.
• Nurture a network amongst peers inside and outside the firm, providing valuable insight for the firm and for clients.

What We’re Looking For

• Highly knowledgeable on business issues and current affairs; up to date on key trends, issues, commentators and debates, particularly as it relates to the investor community.
• 2-5 years’ experience ideally working in the German aerospace and defence sectors as well as in relevant policy areas – with the potential to further expand it.
• Experience in report writing (English/German), presentation preparation, stakeholder analysis and social media.
• Able to demonstrate excellent written research and analysis for business audiences; must be able to synthesize large amounts of intelligence across numerous sources in a timely but thoughtful manner.
• Proven project and/or program management experience, with the ability to oversee multiple fast-moving workstreams at any one time.
• A dynamic self-starter with a strong work ethic.
• High level of attention to detail and an intellectually rigorous, client-service attitude.
• An experienced team-worker who prefers to work in a collegiate way.

Why Join Us

Whether you are joining a client facing team, a core services team, or starting out on your professional career journey, joining Brunswick unlocks a range of employee benefits to support your financial future, health and wellness, family and community and continuous professional development.

Join us as Senior Software Update Compliance Specialist (all genders) in our Global Regulatory Affairs team and help shape the future of autonomous mobility!

This position ensures that all vehicle software updates—including over-the-air (OTA), workshop-based, safety-critical, and feature updates-comply with global and regional automotive regulations. The role links engineering, cybersecurity, homologation, quality, and government affairs to guarantee that software changes remain legally compliant, safe, secure, and properly documented for regulatory authorities. It enables agile development teams to deliver a compliant software update mechanism in time and supports with compliant processes for software updates.

What you will do

• Develop governance for compliant software updates in an agile environment
• Translate regulatory and standards requirements into actionable internal engineering guidelines
• Ensure compliance across all software update lifecycle stages: planning, development, validation, rollout, and post-deployment vis-a-vis cybersecurity, safety, and availability requirements
• Define and maintain the company's Software Update Management System (SUMS)
• Conduct internal audits and support external regulatory audits and type approval activities
• Prepare compliance reports, safety case documents, and regulatory evidence packages
• Recommend process and tooling improvements for compliance automation

What will help you to fulfill your role

• A University degree in a relevant field
• Strong understanding of OTA update architectures (vehicle ECUs, telematics units, backend systems)
• Knowledge of automotive cybersecurity
• Understanding of functional safety and SOTIF principles
• Familiarity with type approval processes and homologation frameworks
• Ability to read and interpret regulatory standards and technical specifications
• Diplomatic, but firm appearance and communication
• Ability to influence engineering decisions through regulatory perspective
• Lead internal as well as external teams professionally

We welcome applicants from diverse backgrounds — even if you don’t meet every requirement. If you’re excited about the role and MOIA’s mission, we’d love to hear from you!

The impact you will make

As Manager Public & Regulatory Affairs, you will shape the political, regulatory and stakeholder environment that determines the future of fusion energy in Germany, Europe and beyond. Your work will directly influence key government decisions on policy frameworks, public-private partnerships, and funding instruments, unlock pathways for demonstration and first-of-a-kind fusion projects. You will also be instrumental in strengthening Marvel Fusion as the global leader in laser fusion and positioning the company as a credible, trusted and forward-looking partner to policymakers, regulators and industry leaders. By anticipating political dynamics, securing strategic alliances and driving regulatory clarity, you will accelerate the commercialization of fusion, strengthen Europe’s technological sovereignty and help create the conditions for a new clean-energy industry. In this role, your contributions will have a tangible impact on national and EU strategic agendas — and on the speed at which fusion becomes a real-world energy solution.

This role will report into the Director Corporate Affairs and work closely with Marvel Fusion’s Leadership team as well as across different functions to ensure consistent messaging, policy alignment, and efficient knowledge sharing across Marvel Fusion’s business activities. This role can be based in either Berlin or Munich.

Your responsibilities

By connecting institutional intelligence with targeted advocacy, you will help shape policy outcomes, unlock funding opportunities and support the successful realization of demonstration and first-of-a-kind fusion projects in Europe. Your responsibilities will encompass the following activities in particular:

• Drive Marvel Fusion’s political and regulatory strategy across Germany and the EU
• Monitor, analyze and report on European and national policy developments, funding programs, and fusion energy-related initiatives relevant to Marvel Fusion’s roadmap
• Build and maintain strong relationships with decision-makers in key jurisdictions and manage engagement activities, including preparation of and follow up to meetings
• Prepare briefing materials, positions papers, talking points, presentations and ensure that Marvel Fusion’s priorities are reflected in political debates, consultations and legislative processes
• Manage, engage and represent Marvel Fusion in key industry and policy platforms

What you bring

• Academic background in law, economics, politics or a relevant discipline
• 3+ years of experience in the energy, climate or tech sector, preferably in an institutional, policy or consulting
• Proven experience in public affairs, government relations, regulatory affairs or business development
• Significant experience in policy areas relating to energy, innovation, tech/deep tech
• Strong understanding of the European and German institutional landscape and experience working with elected officials
• Excellent communication skills, written and spoken, in both English & German
• Able to develop positive working relationships and engage confidently and diplomatically across different levels and functions (internally and externally)
• Able and comfortable working in a fast-paced, international and constantly changing environment, as well as handling multiple priorities while constantly meeting deadlines
• Self-starter, entrepreneurial attitude, ownership mindset and ability to manage ambiguity

What sets you apart

• MBA, strategy consulting, start-up/deep tech, or other relevant business/corporate experience
• Knowledge in nuclear/fusion policy and/or regulation
• Additional substantial language skills
• Previous exposure to top-level executives/decision makers

What we offer

Our mission is motivation enough for many. But we also support our team with benefits that foster wellbeing and growth: 

• Public transport reimbursement 
• EGYM Wellpass fitness club access 
• Complimentary health insurance 
• Professional development support 
• Healthy office snacks 

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Our Internship Program

We are looking for individuals to join our training program in Berlin, Frankfurt, Munich - Germany.

As an intern, you will gain real experience in corporate communications strategy by helping our clients navigate the interconnected financial, political, and social arenas of today. You will work directly on some of the most high-profile and sensitive issues facing the world at large, with clients ranging across industries and mandates. At Brunswick, we capitalize on our global footprint and diverse teams, always remaining one collaborative and cohesive firm.

You will be part of an international team and will experience a dynamic working environment working on diverse projects and new challenges every day. Experienced consultants will supervise you during the program and familiarize you with various aspects of our world.

The internship is remunerated at € 2,450 per month and we also provide an allowance for monthly public transport tickets. Part of the working time is regularly carried out remotely in all our teams. A large selection of snacks and drinks is of course available for you in our offices!

We recommend a minimum duration of three, ideally six months for this program.

Responsibilities

• Support in strategic communications and public affairs consulting
• Operational collaboration on client projects in the areas of corporate and crisis communications, reputation, capital market transactions, restructuring, investor relations and strategic positioning projects
• Research and analysis on economic and political topics
• Preparation of company fact sheets and briefings
• Assistance in the preparation of presentations
• Assistance in the preparation of press conferences, interviews, and background discussions
• Preparation of press reviews and media analyses

Your Profile

• You have already completed your bachelor's degree or your university studies with reference to economics, political science or communication science
• You have a very good command of written and spoken German and English, combined with excellent written and verbal communications skills
• You have a strong team spirit, a high level of initiative, the ability to work under pressure, flexibility, analytical thinking and a high level of commitment
• You are proficient in the use of MS Office programs
• You have already gained some professional experience through internships in the fields of journalism, politics or capital markets

If you have any questions about the job offer, please contact us by email: careersgermany@brunswickgroup.com.

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The Community You Will Join:

Are you passionate about driving the success of a global business in the dynamic, evolving, and fast-paced world of corporate and policy communications?

As the Senior Corporate and Policy Communications Manager for DACH & CEE, you will play a central role in shaping and executing the communications strategy for one of our most important European markets. You will help tell Airbnb's story - how we build trust and belonging in communities—while navigating one of Europe's most complex regulatory landscapes.

Joining our DACH & CEE Communications team based in Berlin, you will work closely with local policy, marketing, legal, and partnerships teams, and forge strong relationships across EMEA and the US. Your role is critical: Germany's regulatory environment around housing, short-term rentals, and overtourism is complex and politically sensitive and your ability to shape and amplify impactful narratives, anticipate issues, and maintain Airbnb's reputation will directly influence business outcomes and regulatory relationships.

The Difference You will Make:

• Drive impactful campaigns addressing overtourism challenges through locally relevant nature tourism and travel dispersal narratives, positioning Airbnb as a responsible community actor that builds trust and belonging
• Manage the press office across complex topics: regulatory affairs, housing policy, taxation, community impact, and trust & safety
• Engage directly with journalists in Germany; build and leverage established media contacts to shape narrative and anticipate emerging threats
• Work with cross functional partners to develop, plan and execute a regular drumbeat of robust stories and comms moments that demonstrate Airbnb's contribution to communities and economies while navigating sensitive regulatory terrain
• Lead agency partnerships, setting strategic direction for external communications suppliers
• Protect the business by proactively communicating our commitment to community trust, responsible hosting, and addressing legitimate policy concern.

If you thrive in fast-paced environments with a focus on execution, have a strong nose for a good story, and can balance strategic thinking with hands-on crisis management while championing our mission to build trust and belonging, this role is for you.

A Typical Day: 

• Develop proactive corporate and policy communications strategy with Germany Policy, Legal, Marketing, and Partnerships teams
• Manage the press office, handling reactive media enquiries and responding to journalists on deadline with strategic messaging
• Build relationships with key reporters and editors in the German media landscape; identify proactive story opportunities
• Develop written communications materials (story pitches, press releases, messaging, Q&As, briefs, presentations)
• Brief executives and colleagues for media interviews and public speaking engagements
• Lead agency partnerships and manage external communications suppliers
• Monitor the news cycle to identify emerging threats and opportunities for proactive communications
• Collaborate with Policy, Legal, Consumer Communications, and global corporate communications teams

Your Expertise:

Experience & Track Record

• 8+ years of corporate and policy communications in an agency, in-house, or public administration setting
• Proven expertise managing communications on trust, crisis, policy, regulatory, and financial matters in a matrixed organization. Experience working in an international organization is a plus.
• Track record of managing external agency partners and media relations firms
• Experience navigating complex regulatory environments and translating policy into compelling narratives
• Proven ability to develop and execute crisis communication plans in real-time

Media Relations & Storytelling

• Expert knowledge of the German media landscape and established relationships with key journalists
• Flair for storytelling with experience creating press office stories and multi-channel campaigns that build reputation and trust
• Confident in advising internal teams on maximizing positive coverage and minimizing negative media cycles
• Ability to distill and articulate complex, nuanced policy topics for different audiences

Communication & Professional Skills

• Fluent English (spoken and written); German required at business level minimum
• Excellent writing skills—able to craft compelling narratives, precise Q&As, and strategic messaging
• Strong verbal communication and interpersonal skills; comfort engaging with journalists, executives, and cross-functional stakeholders
• Can-do, proactive attitude with solutions-focused mindset; strong attention to detail and ability to deliver in fast-paced environments
• Maintains composure in high-pressure situations; awareness of German geopolitics and regulatory dynamics
• Understanding of reputation management and how to leverage data and insights to craft and proactively land data-driven stories in earned media and measure communications impact

Our Commitment To Inclusion & Belonging:

Airbnb is committed to working with the broadest talent pool possible. We believe diverse ideas foster innovation and engagement, and allow us to attract creatively-led people, and to develop the best products, services and solutions. All qualified individuals are encouraged to apply.