Communications Lead, Post AGI Research, DeepMind

Communications Lead, Post AGI Research, DeepMind Overview

This position sits within Google DeepMind in London and focuses on communications for the Post AGI Research team. The role is designed for someone who can translate highly technical and scientifically complex work into clear, compelling messaging for a range of audiences, including senior leaders, internal stakeholders, journalists, and the public. The work combines executive communications, media relations, social media strategy, and content development in a fast-moving environment where AI, AGI, and socio-technical research are central themes.

What you will do

• Partner with the Chief AGI Scientist and the wider Post AGI Research team to develop, draft, and polish high-impact communications such as thought leadership articles, speeches, and messages for both internal and external audiences, with a strong emphasis on socio-technical research.
• Provide end-to-end communications support for important executive speaking opportunities and internal events, including preparing talking points, developing presentation materials, and coordinating the logistics needed to make those engagements successful.
• Design and run social media plans for executive channels, producing content, monitoring performance, reviewing analytics, and making improvements to increase reach and engagement.
• Act as the primary media liaison for the Post AGI team by managing relationships with reporters, arranging interviews, and shaping communication plans that respond to public perception and media interest.
• Stay informed about trends across the AI industry and collaborate with teams across the organization to ensure communications remain aligned with Google DeepMind’s mission and broader business priorities.

What the role requires

• Extensive experience in speechwriting and direct support for senior executives, with at least seven years in this area.
• At least two years of writing experience in the technology sector, particularly in AI or machine learning.
• Proven ability to interview subject matter experts and convert technical ideas into clear, publishable communications.
• Experience supporting senior executives in public-facing settings and managing interactions with journalists and media outlets.
• Hands-on experience managing corporate social media accounts, content management systems, and analytics tools.
• Experience creating multimedia communications content, including blogs, articles, and keynote materials.
• Ability to communicate scientific and technical topics related to AGI and socio-technical research is strongly preferred.
• Comfort working in ambiguous, rapidly changing environments while prioritizing multiple complex projects at the same time.
• Strong visual storytelling skills and the ability to create engaging content across multiple digital channels and formats.
• A demonstrated history of earning the confidence of executive leadership, policy experts, media contacts, and other external partners.
• Interest in the societal effects of AI, AGI, and AI-driven scientific innovation, along with an understanding of those issues.
• High emotional intelligence and the adaptability to adjust communication style, tone, and approach depending on the audience and situation.
• English proficiency is required for all roles unless the posting explicitly says otherwise.

Team and company context

Google DeepMind describes itself as a pioneering AI research organization working across multiple disciplines to advance AI in ways that help solve major global problems and support product innovation for billions of users. The organization emphasizes public benefit, scientific discovery, safety, and ethics as core priorities. It also highlights that its global teams provide broad learning opportunities and different career paths for people who want to achieve exceptional outcomes through collaboration.

Additional employment information

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The company also notes that it is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer and says it is committed to building a workforce that reflects the people it serves. It lists protected characteristics covered by its equal opportunity policy and points applicants to its EEO Policy, workplace discrimination rights information, Belonging at Google, and How we hire resources.

If an applicant needs an accommodation, Google asks them to complete the accommodations form for applicants.

Google also says it is a global company and that English proficiency is required for all roles unless the posting says otherwise.

For recruitment agencies, Google says it does not accept agency resumes and asks agencies not to send resumes to its jobs alias, employees, or other locations. It also states that it is not responsible for fees tied to unsolicited resumes.

The posting includes equity-related terms: any equity is granted only at Alphabet Inc.’s discretion under an agreement with Alphabet Inc., and Alphabet is the sole contractual counterparty for equity grants. The posting says such grants are not guaranteed, depend on approval and the relevant stock plan and grant agreement, and do not affect statutory payments. It also states that past or current grants do not create an acquired entitlement.

How to apply

The page includes an Apply option on Google Careers for this role. Applicants are expected to submit their application through the Google Careers process.

Degree Requirement: Not Specified

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