Senior Staff UX Writer, International
Airbnb- Compensation
- £126k–£158k Published range
- Location
- Hybrid - London, UK Remote eligibility
- Employment
- Full-time Staff / Principal
About the job
About the Role
Airbnb is seeking a Senior Staff UX Writer to join the International team, based in London (or within easy commuting distance). The International team makes Airbnb's products more local, deploying a deep understanding of regional needs, cultural and linguistic norms, and regulatory environments to craft language and interfaces that resonate with local audiences. Working alongside the London-based team, you'll support the design of country-specific features for key markets including Italy, Germany, Spain, France, and the UK.
Responsibilities
- Write clear and concise copy across multiple product touch-points
- 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/or 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/or partners on content recommendations
- Manage copy deadlines and deliver detailed copy across multiple projects
- Connect with cross-functional partners—accessibility, anti-discrimination, legal, localization, country managers—to ensure proper input
- Partner closely with the central UX Writing team to ensure Global Markets work is aligned with shared standards, voice, and quality bar
Qualifications
- 12+ years of experience in UX writing, content design, or content strategy
- Background within global consumer tech companies or marketplaces preferred
- Proven ability to lead content/copy work from concept to detailed design
- Experience working with localization platforms and/or translation services
- Experience working with and presenting to executive teams
- Experience writing content principles, messaging frameworks, and style guides
- Proven ability to collaborate with cross-functional teams in all stages of design & build
- Solid understanding of user experience design principles and interaction patterns
- Comfortable working independently in a fast-paced environment
- Proven ability to move work forward in an ambiguous work environment
- Comfortable working alongside other design disciplines in Figma, our primary collaboration tool
- Passion for Airbnb's mission, commitment to diversity, and global mindset
- Bilingual in German, Spanish, French, or Italian is welcome (but not required)
Compensation & Benefits
United Kingdom Annual Pay Range: £126,000—£158,000 GBP. This role may also be eligible for bonus, equity, benefits, and Employee Travel Credits.
Application Instructions
Apply through the Airbnb careers page at the provided link.
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