Executive Communications Writer

Anthropic; York and North Yorkshire; Hybrid; GBP 120,000 - 190,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, dental & vision insurance

Fertility benefits

Parental leave (22 weeks)

Flexible PTO

Equity package

Relocation support

Education stipend

Home office stipend

Commuter benefits

Daily meals in office

Job summary

Anthropic is seeking an experienced Executive Communications Writer to support and scale the ways our leaders tell our story. You will partner with the Head of Executive Communications and other leaders to craft compelling narratives for priority audiences across channels.

The role spans drafting, editing, event support, and rapid response to breaking news, with an emphasis on translating complex AI concepts for sophisticated audiences and maintaining a strong, strategic point of view.

Qualifications

• 8+ years of high level executive communications experience.
• Experience supporting senior leaders in fast-paced environments.
• Ability to translate complex technical concepts for senior audiences.
• Strong storytelling and written communication across formats.

Responsibilities

• Originate and shape executive communications across formats.
• Draft, edit, and brainstorm across platforms.
• Provide on-site event support and preparation for major moments.
• Coordinate executive responses to breaking news.
• Collaborate with External Communications and other leaders.
• Support senior leaders in communications focus areas.

Skills

Executive storytelling

Writing

Leadership support

Cross-functional collaboration

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Job description

• Anthropic is seeking an experienced Executive Communications Writer to support and scale the ways our leaders tell our story
• In this role, you will work closely with the Head of Executive Communications and other organization leaders to reach priority audiences in ways that compellingly communicate Anthropic’s position at the AI research frontier, market-leading commercial posture, and industry-leading commitment to public benefit
• In this role, a given day might include drafting, editing, brainstorming, on-site event support, and coordinating executive response to breaking news, all in close collaboration with the External Communications team and other leaders
• When circumstances dictate, you should also be capable of shaping highly technical materials that reach sophisticated audiences with deep domain experience. Because a company like Anthropic — and a technology like advanced AI — are unprecedented in nature, we’re looking for proactive, visionary candidates who offer fresh perspectives on what executive communications might look like in the AI era
• We are particularly interested in candidates with experience and expert capability in at least one domain relevant to Anthropic’s roster of executives. These include: science and research; products and AI architecture; enterprise and commercial strategy; and visual storytelling and brand, among others
• Originate and shape exceptional executive communications that span a wide array of written and rhetorical formats and platforms
• Work cross-functionally with External Communications colleagues and other subject matter experts to drive consequential communications moments that serve strategic goals
• Support senior leaders in developing their areas of communications focus and in their preparation for major communications moments
• Balance a collaborative ethic with a strategic point of view

Benefits

• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance for you and your dependents
• Inclusive fertility benefits via Carrot Fertility
• 22 weeks of paid parental leave
• Flexible paid time off and absence policies
• Mental health support for you and your dependents
• Competitive salary and equity packages
• Optional equity donation matching at a 1:1 ratio, up to 25% of your equity grant
• Retirement plans with competitive matching
• Life and income protection plans
• $500/month flexible wellness and time saver stipend
• Commuter benefits
• Annual education stipend
• Home office stipends
• Relocation support for those moving for Anthropic
• Daily meals and snacks in the office

The ideal candidate will be an adept storyteller, an experienced partner to leaders, and a flexible collaborator, able to navigate ambiguous situations with sound judgmenAre self-driven with a bias to actionShow excellent judgment and instincts in navigating ambiguous situationsHave 8+ years of high level executive communications experience, ideally at a high-tempo, industry-shaping organizationDemonstrate comfort and experience in supporting senior leadersBring an open and curious mindset to deeply understand technical conceptsMaintain epistemic humility while making informed decisionsDisplay strong operational capabilitiesAre an exceptional writer and communicator — both on the page, and in high-stakes, fast-moving environmentsAre high agency and low egoHave a point of view on how forces of change are reshaping traditional communications disciplines, including executive communicationsRequired field of study: A field relevant to the role as demonstrated through coursework, training, or professional experienceMinimum education: Bachelor’s degree or an equivalent combination of education, training, and/or experience

Location-based hybrid policy: Currently, we expect all staff to be in one of our offices at least 25% of the time. However, some roles may require more time in our officesWe encourage you to apply even if you do not believe you meet every single qualification. Not all strong candidates will meet every single qualification as listed