Application Guide

How to Apply for Communications Lead

at Talos Network

🏢 About Talos Network

Talos Network is a unique talent development organization specifically focused on European AI policy careers, aiming to reduce risks from advanced AI by transitioning talented individuals into policy roles. Unlike generic policy organizations, Talos has a targeted mission to build Europe's AI governance capacity through fellowship programs and community building. Working here offers the opportunity to directly contribute to shaping AI policy talent pipelines in Europe while being part of a mission-driven remote team.

About This Role

As Communications Lead at Talos Network, you'll own the organization's voice and shape how it presents itself to fellows, partners, funders, and the AI governance community. This role involves developing and implementing the communications strategy while creating content across multiple formats including policy briefings, website copy, and social media. Your work will directly impact Talos's ability to attract top talent into European AI policy careers and build credibility within the AI governance ecosystem.

💡 A Day in the Life

A typical day might start with reviewing AI policy news to identify relevant updates for Talos's communications, then drafting content for the website or social media about European AI governance developments. You'd likely spend time coordinating with the team on fellowship program updates, managing the alumni newsletter, and developing strategic communications materials for partners and funders. The day would involve balancing long-term strategy development with immediate content creation needs across multiple channels.

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🎯 Who Talos Network Is Looking For

  • Has experience developing communications strategies for mission-driven organizations, particularly in tech policy or talent development sectors
  • Can create compelling content about AI policy topics that resonates with both technical experts and policy professionals
  • Has managed multi-channel communications with specific experience in newsletter management and audience engagement
  • Understands the European AI policy landscape and can tailor messaging for different stakeholders (fellows, funders, partners)

📝 Tips for Applying to Talos Network

1

Show specific examples of communications strategies you've developed for organizations in tech policy, talent development, or adjacent fields

2

Include writing samples that demonstrate your ability to explain complex AI policy concepts to different audiences

3

Research Talos's current communications (website, social media, newsletter) and suggest 1-2 specific improvements in your application

4

Demonstrate understanding of the European AI policy ecosystem by mentioning relevant organizations, regulations, or initiatives

5

Highlight any experience with remote collaboration tools and processes, as this is a fully remote position

✉️ What to Emphasize in Your Cover Letter

["Your experience developing communications strategies for mission-driven organizations and how you'd apply this to Talos's specific goal of building AI policy talent in Europe", "Examples of content you've created about technical or policy topics and how you adapted messaging for different audiences", "Your understanding of the European AI policy landscape and how you'd position Talos within this ecosystem", "Specific ideas for how you'd engage Talos's alumni network through the newsletter and other channels"]

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🔍 Research Before Applying

To stand out, make sure you've researched:

  • → Review Talos's current website content, social media presence, and any available newsletters to understand their current voice and gaps
  • → Research the European AI policy ecosystem including key organizations, regulations (like the EU AI Act), and major players
  • → Look into Talos's fellowship program structure and alumni to understand their target audiences
  • → Investigate similar talent development organizations in the policy space to understand competitive positioning
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💬 Prepare for These Interview Topics

Based on this role, you may be asked about:

1 How would you develop a communications strategy to position Talos as a leader in European AI policy talent development?
2 Walk us through how you'd create a policy briefing about AI governance for Talos's funders versus for prospective fellows
3 How would you measure the success of Talos's communications efforts across different channels?
4 What specific tactics would you use to increase engagement with Talos's alumni newsletter?
5 How would you handle communicating about a controversial AI policy topic while maintaining Talos's credibility?
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⚠️ Common Mistakes to Avoid

  • Submitting generic communications samples without demonstrating understanding of AI policy or talent development contexts
  • Failing to research Talos's specific mission and suggesting communications approaches that don't align with their European focus
  • Not providing concrete examples of multi-channel communications management or newsletter engagement strategies

📅 Application Timeline

⏰ Deadline: March 13, 2026

We recommend applying at least a few days early to avoid last-minute technical issues.

Typical hiring timeline:

1

Application Review

1-2 weeks

2

Initial Screening

Phone call or written assessment

3

Interviews

1-2 rounds, usually virtual

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