Communications Manager (f/m/d)

AENU is a climate tech VC fund focused on early-stage companies in northern Europe specializing in the energy transition industrial decarbonisation and climate adaptation. AENU is backed by large institutional LPs and European family offices having closed a first fund of EUR 170 million. Early portfolio winners with strong commercial visibility include Monta Alcemy Hometree and Trawa. As an Article 9 SFDR-aligned fund AENU is committed to funding breakthrough founders who aim to remove 100 Mt COe at scale.

Why This Role Matters

We are at a critical time in our history. Climate change has become the biggest threat to our planet and future generations. With AENU we are looking to create a sizable and measurable positive impact on the planet and society transforming current challenges into opportunities for a better future.

We are seeking a Communications Manager who will drive AENUs external communications and position us as a thought leader in climate tech and venture capital. Your mission will be to amplify our voice by crafting compelling narratives that engage founders LPs co-investors and the broader ecosystem.

Tasks

Communications & Branding Strategy

• Own the end-to-end communications and branding strategy ensuring consistency across all channels (website social media newsletter etc.)
• Translate investment themes and strategic initiatives into clear and engaging narratives
• Safeguard AENUs brand identity and voice across touchpoints both internally and externally

Events & Project Execution

• Lead the structured planning and execution of high-quality events including the annual AENU Summit (>150 guests) and conference side events
• Support investment team members with conference and speaker preparation
• Develop and manage event timelines logistics stakeholder coordination and post-event reporting

Content & Channel Management

• Plan and produce original content (e.g. blog posts founder features opinion pieces and newsletters)
• Manage our newsletter and social media channels (primarily LinkedIn)
• Draft and coordinate press releases and secure coverage for key milestones (e.g. investments events)

Market Insights & Stakeholder Relations

• Conduct market and competitor analysis
• Manage external stakeholders and the marketing budgetBuild and maintain relationships with journalists media outlets and ecosystem partners

Requirements

• 4 - 6 years of professional experience in communications ideally within VC or climate/tech startup environments
• Strong structured project management skills with attention to detail by using tools like Notion (or similar) to ensure a clear and transparent process; especially for organizing events and executing marketing projects
• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills in both German and English
• Confident storyteller able to translate complex topics into clear narratives for diverse audiences including founders LPs and policymakers
• Proven experience managing social media (especially LinkedIn) and newsletters with a sharp editorial eye
• Proficient with a modern marketing tool stack (e.g. Mailchimp Canva light web design tools PowerPoint and event registration platforms)
• Fluent in or eager to adopt AI tools for content creation and planning (e.g. ChatGPT Claude GrammarlyGO) as well as basic image/video generation
• Strategic and hands-on: you enjoy working independently and cross-functionally while staying close to the execution
• Mission-aligned and motivated by AENUs values and long-term impact

Benefits

• A key role in shaping the communications content and brand presence of an ambitious values-driven VC fund
• The chance to grow into a strategic communications and content lead over time
• Hybrid flexibility: work from our Berlin HQ or partially remotely within Germany
• Perks-package including mobility health and professional development-budget
• High trust environment with flat hierarchies
• Opportunity to work with an amazing mission-driven team striving to create a sizable impact for the planet and society drive positive change in the VC & tech community
• Access to a wide and empowering network in the startup venture and impact / sustainability ecosystem

Practical Info

• Start date: as soon as possible
• Job type: Full-time
• Location: Berlin or partially remote (Germany-based)
• Application: CV via Join

We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity in all its forms. We encourage individuals of all backgrounds identities and experiences to apply.