External Affairs Manager (Human)
Metzingen, Germany
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External Affairs Manager (Human)
Neura Robotics • Metzingen
Together, we build the foundation for success and growth
Imagine working in a team that forms the heartbeat of a company. The corporate functions – Finance, Controlling, Office Management, IT Infrastructure, Facility Management, and People & Culture – are not just supporters but active shapers. Here, you ensure everything comes together so each department can achieve its best results. Whether you're analyzing numbers in Finance and Controlling to enable crucial decisions or shaping the workday in Office Management so everyone can focus on what matters – your contribution makes a difference. IT Infrastructure connects teams and technologies, ensuring efficient processes and keeping the company digitally future-ready. Facility Management creates inspiring spaces where people can develop ideas and grow together. In the People & Culture team, you help shape the culture that defines our company and invites talents to give their best. You’ll be at the center, working with people across all areas to secure success and shape the future. If you're looking for a role that combines diversity, responsibility, and team spirit, then the Corporate Functions are the perfect place for you. Together, we achieve more – turning ideas into reality.
- Full-time
Metzingen
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Shape the regulatory landscape. Engage proactively with policymakers in Berlin and Brussels, contributing technical and industry expertise to the EU AI Act, robotics regulation, and industrial policy in support of responsible innovation and European technological sovereignty.
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Build trusted relationships at the highest level. Develop and maintain trusted relationships with key decision-makers across the German federal government, the European Commission, EU Parliament, and relevant ministries and industry bodies — including strategic media engagements where they support our public-affairs priorities.
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Position NEURA as a European tech leader. Develop and communicate a clear story for why NEURA represents a strategic opportunity for Germany and Europe to lead — not follow — in robotics, humanoids, and AI.
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Drive industrial and location policy. Make the case for framework conditions — talent, capital, infrastructure, procurement — that enable deep-tech scaleups to thrive in Germany.
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Be the bridge between tech and politics. Translate complex robotics and AI topics into language that resonates with policymakers — and bring political and societal perspectives back into our strategic decision-making.
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Own speaker bureau and event strategy. Identify and orchestrate the right stages — from policy roundtables to global keynotes (Bundeskanzleramt, EU institutions, WEF) — that maximize NEURA's strategic visibility and impact.
What We Can Look Forward To
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7+ years of senior experience in public affairs, government relations, or political communications — ideally with exposure to technology, industrial policy, or deep-tech sectors.
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A proven track record of engaging credibly with senior government officials, EU institutions, and industry leaders — with an established network across the Bundestag, federal ministries, the European Commission, EU Parliament, and leading industry associations.
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International exposure across the EU, US, and/or Asia, paired with a sharp understanding of the geopolitics of the global tech race and Germany's role in it.
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Strategic mind, operational hands. You shape long-term external affairs strategy and personally drive the meetings, briefings, and stakeholder maps that make it real.
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Scaleup mentality. You thrive in ambiguity and speed, build from the ground up without a playbook, and bring entrepreneurial ownership — spotting what NEURA needs externally, building the case internally, and delivering.
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Fluent, sharp English is a must (written and spoken, at CEO-briefing level); German is a must.
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You believe in the mission. You see cognitive robotics and humanoids as a once-in-a-generation opportunity — and you want to play a defining role in making it happen.
Location: Berlin preferred; flexibility for Metzingen HQ and frequent travel to Brussels, the US, China, and key political and industry hubs.
What you can look forward to
Creative Freedom and Agility
Enjoy a dynamic, self-reliant work culture with flat hierarchies, flexible hours, and 30 vacation days. Ideal for those seeking an inspiring professional setting, whether you're starting out or an experienced exec.
Passion for Winning
A passionate and highly skilled team of international experts aiming to redefine robot assistants.
Attractive Compensation
Enjoy a competitive salary package along with exclusive employee discounts.
One Team
Whether it's a summer party or company town hall meetings, we celebrate our successes together.
Professional Growth
Support for your personal and professional development.
Our values. The cornerstones of our success.
We are a team. We strive to achieve great things by promoting the success of our colleagues and partners.
We strive for technological progress in order to give people back their valuable time for enjoyable activities.
We strive to revolutionize the world of robotics by pushing the boundaries of technology every day.
We live a high level of appreciation through open communication and transparency.
We do our best to always be two steps ahead. We achieve this through empowerment, freedom of action and personal responsibility.
People are at the center of everything we do.
Our Location
Our headquarters in Metzingen and Riederich are the heart of our company. It's not just home to our offices, but also our production facilities, Academy, logistics, and Tech Labs—all working together to turn ideas into reality. Riederich itself is a small, peaceful town, just a kilometer away from Metzingen, a city with its own unique character. Metzingen is globally renowned as Outlet City, attracting visitors from all over the world. Here, you can enjoy exclusive designer stores in a relaxed and charming setting. The city also offers a variety of restaurants, cafés, and a down-to-earth Swabian coziness—perfect for unwinding after work.
Our application process
We ensure a transparent and efficient process and look forward to getting to know you during the application process.
Your insight into our daily work
Unsere Mission
"Our goal was to develop the world's first cognitive robot that can work with people, learn from them and provide them with targeted support. And that is exactly what we have achieved. But there is much more to come!"