Senior Public Affairs and Communications Manager

Huawei Austria; Wien; On-site; EUR 51,000 - 61,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Salary starting from 5000 EUR gross

Professional development programs

Bonus system

Modern office by UNO City

Job summary

Huawei Austria is seeking a Senior Public Affairs & Communications Manager in Vienna to shape dialogue and influence the future of technology. You will monitor regulatory developments, build strategic stakeholder relationships, and support corporate communications across media and messaging.

The role requires a university degree in Political Science or related field, at least 5 years in public affairs or corporate communications in Austria, fluent German and English, strong networking skills,

Qualifications

• University degree in Political Science, Public Affairs, Communications, Law, International Relations or a related field.
• Minimum 5 years of relevant experience in Public Affairs, Government Relations, or Corporate Communications in Austria preferred.
• Fluent German and English, both written and spoken.
• Strong networking and stakeholder management skills.
• Willingness to travel when required.

Responsibilities

• Monitor political and regulatory developments in Austria and assess their impact on Huawei's business.
• Build and maintain relationships with key decision-makers and industry stakeholders.
• Support Huawei's corporate communications including media relations and messaging.
• Represent Huawei in industry meetings and events to shape the dialogue.
• Lead PR and CSR projects, aligning with business priorities and educational/digital inclusion initiatives.
• Collaborate with local and international teams to ensure coherent public affairs activities.

Skills

German (Fluent)

English (Fluent)

Stakeholder management

Networking

MS Office

Public Affairs

Travel flexibility

Education

Political Science degree

Communications/Law background

Tools

MS Office

Job description

About Huawei

At Huawei, we believe technology should bring people closer, open new opportunities, and make life smarter and more connected. As a global leader in information and communications technology (ICT) and smart devices, we deliver solutions that span telecom networks, IT, cloud services, and consumer devices.

With over 207,000 employees worldwide and operations in 170+ countries, we’re not just building technology — we’re building a future where innovation is for everyone. Through collaboration, creativity, and a passion for progress, we aim to empower individuals, enrich everyday life, and inspire organizations of all sizes to dream bigger.

Senior Public Affairs and Communications Manager

Vienna, Austria

Shape the dialogue. Influence the future of technology.

Are you passionate about politics, technology, and strategic communications? Do you enjoy building relationships with key decision-makers and influencing important industry discussions?

Huawei is looking for an experienced Senior Public Affairs & Communications Manager to strengthen our presence and stakeholder relationships in Austria.

In this role, you will work closely with political, business, industry, and media stakeholders, supporting Huawei's positioning in the ICT and renewable energy sectors.

What You’ll Be Doing:

• Public Affairs: Monitor political and regulatory developments in Austria and assess their potential impact on Huawei's business.

• Stakeholder Relations: Build and maintain strong relationships with key decision-makers, industry associations and the relevant business environment.

• Corporate Communications: Support Huawei's communication strategy, including media relations, press releases and corporate messaging.

• Strategic Representation: Represent Huawei in industry meetings, stakeholder discussions and relevant events.

• Project Management: Lead the planning and implementation of PR, Public Affairs and CSR projects, particularly in areas such as education, digital inclusion and sustainability.

• Internal Collaboration: Work closely with local and international teams to align public affairs and communication activities with business priorities.

What We’re Looking For:

• University degree in Political Science, Public Affairs, Communications, Law, International Relations or a related field.
• Minimum 5 years of relevant experience in Public Affairs, Government Relations, or Corporate Communications preferably in Austria.
• Good understanding of Austria's political, regulatory and business environment.
• Strong networking, communication and stakeholder management skills.
• Ability to work independently, manage multiple priorities and handle sensitive topics professionally.
• Fluent German and English, both written and spoken.
• Strong organizational skills and proficiency in MS Office.
• Willingness to travel when required.

What You’ll Get From Us:
We don’t just offer jobs — we offer growth, challenge, and opportunity.

With Huawei, you’ll:

• Motivational salary package starting from 5000 EUR gross and can be higher based on skills, experience and qualification
• Build your career in one of the world’s fastest-growing tech companies.
• Attractive benefits and bonus system
• Take part in professional development programs and training across Europe.
• Work with an international, diverse, and supportive team that values fresh ideas.
• Modern office next to the UNO City (by public transport via U1 Kaisermühlen or Alte Donau)

Please note: To apply, you need to be eligible to work and live in the job location.

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