Communications Manager, Safeguards

Anthropic's mission is to create reliable, interpretable, and steerable AI systems that are safe and beneficial for users and society.

We're seeking a strategic communications professional to join our team and drive messaging for Anthropic's Safeguards (Trust & Safety) work, with a focus on making these critical topics accessible and meaningful for everyday users.

Responsibilities:

• Develop and execute communication strategies that explain the work Anthropic's Safeguards team is doing
• Plan for and manage crisis communications and provide counsel to stakeholders on potential issues and risks
• Own the comms strategy for Anthropic's product safety work, including new model launches and product features
• Lead cross-functional communications projects that align safeguards, research, product, policy, and legal teams around shared messaging and campaigns
• Craft messaging for major company announcements and milestones
• Build strong relationships with journalists and relevant influencers
• Oversee executive interviews and speaking engagements

Requirements:

• 8+ years of experience working in communications, ideally at a high-growth technology company with consumer-facing products
• Strong record of building proactive communications campaigns that resonate with diverse audiences
• Excellent at translating complex technical language into compelling messaging
• Experience working with research teams and cross-functional teams
• Results-oriented, with a bias toward flexibility and impact

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience working in AI, technology policy, trust and safety comms, user safety, or research-driven environments
• Background working with technical teams, including researchers, engineers, or product developers
• Track record of crisis communications or managing sensitive issues in the public eye
• Experience communicating about emerging technologies or controversial technical topics
• Understanding of the AI safety, security, or responsible technology ecosystem

The annual compensation range for this role is $265,000-$295,000 USD.