Volkswagen Group

Communications Manager - Autonomous Driving

Volkswagen Group  •  $150k - $175k/yr  •  Belmont, CA (Onsite)  •  9 days ago
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Job Description

As ADMT, we develop and realize fully autonomous mobility and transportation services. Our mission is to make mobility-and transportation-as-a-service safe, accessible and most attractive for society. For that, we cover the entire ground from strategy and business development, software development and end-2-end integration, fleet operations to next-generation self-driving systems. Being the driver in Volkswagen Group initiative for mobility solutions, we’re an integral part of Volkswagen Group's future success.

Brief Role Description

The Communications Manager to help tell the story of how autonomous technology is transforming mobility. This role will shape and deliver clear, credible communications across internal and external channels, supporting a fast-evolving technology that operates at the intersection of software, hardware, policy, and public trust.

The Communications Manager will work closely with marketing, product, safety, policy, and leadership teams to translate complex technical concepts into accessible, compelling narratives for partners, media, and the broader public.

Possible Tasks within this Role

  • Help shape and evolve the company’s external narrative as the technology progresses from testing to scaled deployment.
  • Partner with engineering, product, safety, and policy teams to communicate technical and regulatory topics clearly and accurately
  • Serve as a day-to-day communications partner to senior leaders, helping translate complex topics into clear, credible external narratives.
  • Support internal communications to keep teams informed and aligned during key milestones, launches, and organizational changes
  • Create high-quality content including executive messaging, press releases, product updates, blog posts, FAQs, talking points, and website copy
  • Support external communications efforts, including press materials, media coordination, and thought leadership
  • Build, nurture, and leverage media relationships, with a focus on regional media, technology, automotive trades, and EV outlets
  • Contribute to the development and maintenance of a master external and internal editorial calendar
  • Support social media content creation (focus on LinkedIn), publishing, and channel management
  • Help steward trust-forward messaging around autonomy, safety, and real-world operations
  • Ensure consistency in voice, tone, and brand across all communications channels
  • Identify and secure priority speakership opportunities for leadership
  • Manage submissions, abstracts, bios, and coordination with event organizers
  • Speech writing, bullets for remarks for external engagements
  • Track and measure communications effectiveness and continuously improve messaging and delivery
  • Support reactive and issues-based communications, including drafting holding statements, Q&A, and coordinating responses across internal stakeholders as needed.
  • Partner with the marketing team to support key business partner marketing & communication plans, including events and speaking opportunities

Qualification requirements

Years of Relevant Experience:

  • 7-10 years of experience in communications, PR, or corporate marketing, preferably in tech, mobility, or a regulated industry

Education:

  • Bachelor’s degree in Communications, Journalism, Marketing, or similar education

Skills:

  • Experience working cross-functionally with technical and non-technical teams
  • Strong project management skills and comfort juggling multiple priorities
  • Sound judgment, attention to detail, and a calm, thoughtful approach to sensitive topics

Specialized Skills:

Required

Desired

  • Excellent writing and storytelling skills, with the ability to translate complex topics into clear, credible communications.
  • Strong presentation development skills, including structuring clear storylines and executive-ready materials.
  • Experience managing social media content and channels, with an emphasis on LinkedIn and executive or corporate thought leadership.
  • Strong project management skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities and stakeholders.
  • Experience using modern internal communication tools and collaboration platforms (e.g., SharePoint, Slack, Microsoft Teams).
  • Demonstrated ability to collaborate cross-functionally and influence without direct authority.
  • Excellent written and verbal communications skills in English
  • German language skills a bonus
  • Experience navigating and managing complex issues management or true crisis communications moments
  • Experience with autonomous vehicles, automotive, robotics, AI, or advanced technology
  • Familiarity with safety communications, regulatory engagement, or public affairs
  • Experience supporting communications during pilots, launches, or market expansion
  • Background working with global or multi-market teams

Work Flexibility:

  • 3 days a week in ADMT’s Los Angeles, California office
  • Flexibility to travel within U.S. and Europe

Competencies


Act as an ownerBe a pioneerEmpower teamsExcite customerGrow personallyHandle complexityLive integrity & complianceLive passionPerform togetherThink ahead

Compensation Data

In the Los Angeles, California, the salary range for this role will be $150,000 - $175,000, depending on education and years of relevant experience.

ADMT is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We welcome and encourage applicants from all backgrounds, and do not discriminate based on race, sex, age, disability, sexual orientation, national origin, religion, color, gender identity/expression, marital status, veteran status, or any other characteristics protected by applicable laws.

This role description is a guideline and does not create contractual rights between the Company and any of its applicants. The Company does not enter into any type of employment contract, implied or written, with its applicants regarding job security.

This Organization participates in E-Verify. We maintain a drug free workplace and perform pre-employment substance abuse testing.

Volkswagen Group

About Volkswagen Group

The Volkswagen Group with its headquarters in Wolfsburg is one of the world’s leading automobile manufacturers and the largest carmaker in Europe. The Group is made up of ten brands from seven European countries: Volkswagen, Volkswagen Nutzfahrzeuge, ŠKODA, SEAT, CUPRA, Audi, Lamborghini, Bentley, Porsche and Ducati.

Our group sells vehicles in 153 countries and operates 114 production plants worldwide. Each working day, around 675,000 employees worldwide produce cars, are involved in vehicle-related services or work in the other fields of business.

Our goal is to make mobility sustainable for us and for future generations. Our promise: With electric drive, digital networking and autonomous driving, we make the automobile clean, quiet, intelligent and safe. At the same time, our core product becomes even more emotional and offers a completely new driving experience. It is also becoming part of the solution when it comes to climate and environmental protection. In this way, the car can continue to be a cornerstone of contemporary, individual and affordable mobility in the future. #Shapingmobility

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Industry
Automotive & Mobility
Company Size
10,000+ employees
Headquarters
Wolfsburg, DE
Year Founded
Unknown
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