Policy Communications Lead, Europe - Mozilla

Policy Communications Lead, Europe

Company: Mozilla
Location: Remote (Europe)

Mozilla is seeking an experienced Policy Communications Lead for Europe to shape the public narrative around the role of its browser, Firefox, and browser engine, Gecko, in keeping the web open. This role is crucial for advancing Mozilla's mission to champion the internet as a global public resource.

About the Role

You will be responsible for translating complex policy issues into compelling stories that influence public opinion and policy debates. You will drive Mozilla's proactive media voice across Europe, build narratives, cultivate media relationships, and establish credibility with key stakeholders. This role requires a strategic thinker with exceptional communication skills who can work cross-functionally to advance Mozilla's mission and differentiate its voice from larger tech companies.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and execute proactive media narratives on key policy areas including privacy, AI, open source, competition, and emerging regulatory issues.
• Place and amplify thought leadership content to reach target audiences.
• Serve as a strategic advisor to communications colleagues and senior leadership.
• Collaborate with marketing, legal, product, and engineering teams to shape narratives.
• Build and maintain relationships with journalists, policymakers, industry leaders, and advocacy organizations.
• Craft a variety of communication materials, including press releases, blog posts, op-eds, and regulatory submissions.
• Prepare spokespeople for media and policy engagements.
• Monitor and respond to fast-moving external developments.
• Support product communications and policy positioning for launches and campaigns.
• Manage high-risk policy scenarios and crisis communications.

What You'll Bring

• 5-10 years of experience in policy communications, media relations, or related fields, preferably in technology, advocacy, or policy-driven environments.
• Exceptional writing and editing skills, with the ability to distill complex information into clear and impactful narratives.
• Deep understanding of technology policy issues such as privacy, AI, competition, and internet regulation.
• Proven track record of building strong relationships with journalists and policymakers.
• Experience advising senior executives on communications and issues management.
• Strategic thinking, operational rigor, and adaptability to change.
• Comfort working in a global, remote, and mission-driven organization.
• Ability to balance strategic vision with hands-on execution.
• Passion for Mozilla's mission to make the internet safer, more open, and more human.

Bonus Points

• Experience in both in-house and agency settings.
• Proficiency in additional languages, particularly French and German.
• Prior experience in open-source, civil society, or non-profit tech environments.

What You'll Get

• Generous performance-based bonus plans.
• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage.
• Generous retirement contributions with 100% immediate vesting.
• Quarterly all-company wellness days.
• Country-specific holidays plus a birthday day off.
• One-time home office stipend.
• Annual professional development budget.
• Quarterly well-being stipend.
• Considerable paid parental leave.
• Employee referral bonus program.
• Other country-specific benefits (life/AD&D, disability, EAP, etc.).