[Hiring] Head of European Partner Engagement and Research @Partnership on AI

Role Description

The Head of Europe will join PAI's international department to lead the organization's engagement and research within the European AI ecosystem. Reporting directly to the Managing Director, International, this role will set and lead PAI's engagement and research strategy in Europe by:

• Deepening relationships with existing partners and stakeholders.
• Identifying and cultivating new partnerships.
• Leading convenings, meetings, and brainstorms with key stakeholders across industry, civil society, and academia.
• Developing guidance and research outputs that align PAI's global programmatic priorities with issues of direct relevance and resonance in the region.

Beyond its European focus, the role also carries a broader international component, partnering with the Managing Director, International in implementing PAI's international strategy.

Qualifications

• Masters degree or higher in related discipline or equivalent (7-10 years) work experience required.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively across a distributed, international team.
• A strong team player, able to coordinate between teams when designing/delivering work.
• Significant professional experience in AI policy, governance, technology partnerships, or a related field.
• Proven track record of building and managing relationships with senior stakeholders across various sectors.
• Experience designing and leading convenings, working groups, or multi-stakeholder initiatives.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Fluency in English required; additional European languages a plus.
• Willingness to travel across Europe as needed for convenings and stakeholder meetings.

Requirements

• Serve as PAI’s primary point of contact and relationship-builder in Europe.
• Deepen and sustain relationships with existing partners and stakeholders.
• Identify new strategic partners in Europe.
• Identify and pursue European funding opportunities.
• Drive activities to convene and support PAI’s European Steering Committee.
• Design, organize, and host convenings, meetings, and brainstorms.
• Identify and scope emerging, high-impact research topics.
• Lead the development of guidance and research outputs.
• Work closely with internal PAI departments.
• Support engagement with non-Western stakeholders.

Benefits

• Generous paid vacation, local public holidays, and personal reflection days.
• Health and retirement benefits tailored to each country.
• Monthly cell phone reimbursement.
• Annual funds to support professional development.
• Monthly allowance for co-working space access.
• Regular team lunches and focused work days.
• Opportunities to attend AI-related conferences.

Company Description

Partnership on AI (PAI) is committed to building a diverse, equitable, and inclusive workplace where everyone feels respected, valued, and supported. We welcome applicants from all backgrounds and experiences.