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Mistral is a full-stack AI company providing frontier models, developer tools, applications, and compute infrastructure. The company partners with enterprises across finance, manufacturing, defense, healthcare, and the public sector to co-create customized AI systems.
As Head of Public Affairs for Germany, you will establish Mistral AI as a trusted thought leader in the German market, shaping the company's presence and influence in AI policy and regulation. This is a strategic role that bridges government relations, policy advocacy, and business development.
Key responsibilities include:
- Monitor and analyze AI-related policy developments in Germany and the EU, assessing business impact
- Develop and execute long-term public affairs strategy, including parliamentary engagement, position papers, and lobbying campaigns
- Engage with policymakers, industry leaders, and key opinion leaders to foster dialogue on AI and technology policy
- Respond to policy issues affecting Mistral AI and propose solutions aligned with business and community interests
- Advise cross-functional teams on regulatory changes, ensuring compliance and informing product/business decisions
- Collaborate with Sales to accelerate public sector adoption of AI
- Track industry trends and best practices in public affairs
- Build and maintain a strong network in Germany to amplify Mistral AI's influence and reputation
You will report to the Public Affairs Director for EMEA, with potential to expand scope to DACH and Central Europe.
Required qualifications:
- Extensive public affairs experience with a track record of impacting policy-making in both public and private sectors
- Deep understanding of German institutions (federal, regional, local) and decision-making structures
- Expertise in tech regulations: GDPR, Copyright, AI Act, DMA, and tax laws
- Experience in highly scrutinized environments where public affairs are critical to business success
- Strong trust-building and relationship skills; ability to defend positions rigorously and act as thought partner
- Team player with bias for action, ownership, and ability to navigate ambiguity
- AI knowledge and familiarity with industrial plans or model development (preferred)
- Open Source mindset aligned with Mistral AI's values
Mistral offers comprehensive benefits including healthcare, parental leave, retirement plans, relocation support, wellness programs, and location-specific perks.
