Communications Manager, DACH Region

Lime is the world's largest shared electric vehicle company. We’re on a mission to build a future where transportation is shared, affordable and carbon-free. Our electric bikes and scooters have powered 700+ million rides in 250+ cities on 5 continents, replacing an estimated 150+ million car trips. Named a Time 100 Most Influential Company and Fast Company Brand That Matters, Lime continues to set the pace for shared micromobility globally.

Lime is hiring a part-time (up to 25 hours/week) Communications Manager for the DACH region! This opportunity is for a twelve month period, with an opportunity to extend. In this role, you will report into the Global Communications Director and work closely with the Communications Lead for the DACH region.

You will join Lime’s Global Communications team, responsible for advancing Lime's message to media, regulators, third-party partners and riders. We engage local, national and international press to share the value of shared e-bikes and e-scooters, and how Lime is transforming lives and communities through sustainable mobility. The team uses our industry-leading work on sustainability, community-building and government partnerships to amplify our impact, win entry into new markets and build a sustainable business in the cities we serve.

You'll execute an integrated communications strategy while driving the company’s consumer, corporate and trade media relations activities to reinforce Lime’s leadership position in Germany, Switzerland and Austria. You will work closely with our DACH-based public relations firm and our EMEA operations and government relations teams, in addition to your regional public affairs counterparts and the global corporate communications team.

We are a remote first company! For many roles, we welcome applications from anywhere we operate within the DACH region, however, it is preferred that the individual hired for this role be located in Berlin.

What you'll do:

• Drive a communications strategy to support Lime’s business and regulatory objectives in local markets throughout DACH; amplifying our story through local media and protecting our reputation in the region
• Proactively prepare communications and pitch news around Lime’s positive impacts in communities and reactively manage issues and media inquiries
• Manage production of day-to-day deliverables – including researching, drafting and editing materials such as communications plans, press releases, fact sheets, talking points, Op-Eds and memos
• Engage directly with local and regional top-tier media to shape stories, serve as an on-the-record spokesperson, and rapidly respond to breaking news and crises
• Constantly generate creative ideas to help Lime break through the noise and secure positive earned media coverage and attention
• Be an excellent strategic consultant to local General Managers and other leaders in the region on how actions will be perceived by the press and public
• Partner with local Government Relations teams to develop communications strategies around state and local micromobility rules and regulations
• Localise our corporate initiatives, sharing news around tech, product and company-wide announcements

About you:

• 5+ years experience in communications, media relations or public affairs
• On-the-record media experience and established history of building and fostering media relationships with local outlets and/or national business, tech and policy publications
• Strong understanding of the public policy issues related to Lime’s products and service, and a familiarity with relevant stakeholders and media influencers
• Pure hustle: You are a high-energy person who is not afraid of jumping in where needed
• An entrepreneurial spirit and eagerness to take ownership over projects and plans, with an ability to be nimble and move directions quickly
• Compelling, authentic and persuasive communications style, with excellent written and verbal communication skills under pressure and with high stakes
• Personal passion for sustainable urban transportation and an ability to evangelize its benefits to cities and stakeholders
• Ability to operate at both strategic and tactical levels
• Fluency in German and English required
• Bachelor's degree required

If you want to make an impact, Lime is the place for you. Not sure if you meet all the qualifications? If this role excites you we encourage you to apply. Explore all opportunities on our career page.

Lime is an Equal Opportunity Employer, but that’s just the start. We believe different perspectives help us grow and achieve more. That’s why we’re dedicated to hiring and developing the most talented and globally diverse team – which includes individuals with different backgrounds, abilities, identities and experiences. Applicants who require a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application or hiring process can email recruiting-operations@li.me for assistance.