Senior Staff UX Writer, International

• Join Airbnb's UX Writing team of 40+ writers as a Senior Staff UX Writer on the International team, making products more local for key markets including Italy, Germany, Spain, France, and the UK. • Deploy a deep and nuanced understanding of regional needs, cultural and linguistic norms, and regulatory environments to craft language and interfaces that resonate with local audiences. • Define and drive the UX Writing function within Global Markets, establishing workflows, partnerships, and standards for a newly forming team. • This role is based in London or within easy commuting distance.

• Have 12+ years of experience in UX writing, content design, or content strategy. • Have proven ability to lead content and copy work from concept to detailed design. • Have experience working with localization platforms and/or translation services. • Have experience working with and presenting to executive teams. • Have experience writing content principles, messaging frameworks, and style guides. • Have proven ability to collaborate with cross-functional teams in all stages of design and build. • Have a solid understanding of user experience design principles and interaction patterns. • Be comfortable working independently in a fast-paced environment. • Have proven ability to move work forward in an ambiguous work environment. • Be comfortable working alongside other design disciplines in Figma.

• Have a background within global consumer tech companies or marketplaces. • Be bilingual in German, Spanish, French, or Italian. • Have experience mentoring and reviewing other UX writers. • Have experience designing country-specific features for multiple international markets. • Have experience partnering with country managers, linguists, and translators on localised product experiences.

• Write clear and concise copy across multiple product touchpoints. • Define and drive the UX Writing function within Global Markets, establishing workflows, partnerships, and standards for a newly forming team, including reviewing and mentoring other UX writers. • Drive strategy and UX Writing deliverables across multiple highly complex projects. • Develop inspiring, strategic ideas based on product requirements, data, and research. • Consider what language and design patterns best serve the UX. • Present content and design work to Design Directors, executives, or other stakeholders. • Drive consensus with stakeholders and partners on content recommendations. • Manage copy deadlines and deliver detailed copy across multiple projects. • Connect with critical cross-functional partners including accessibility, anti-discrimination, legal, localisation, and country managers. • Partner closely with the central UX Writing team to ensure Global Markets work is aligned with shared standards, voice, and quality bar.

• Receive a salary between £126,000 and £158,000 GBP annually. • Be eligible for bonus and equity. • Receive benefits and Employee Travel Credits. • Join a team of 40+ writers within a core design discipline at Airbnb.

UX Writing is a core design discipline at Airbnb. The team of 40+ writers works closely with Experience Design, Experience Research, and Design Program Management to support the product development process from beginning to end. The International team makes Airbnb's products more local, crafting meaningful and inclusive products that empower guests and hosts around the world. Airbnb is committed to inclusion and belonging.