Director of Communications, DET UK
The Director of Communications, DET UK, will lead the narrative, positioning, and integrated communications for the Duolingo English Test (DET) in the United Kingdom. This role involves localizing the global DET strategy to resonate with UK audiences, including universities, employers, regulators, and learners. The position is part of the Global Communications team and collaborates closely with departments such as Product, Policy/Legal, Marketing, Data, and regional PR leads to ensure consistent, evidence-based, and measurable messaging aligned with UK-specific objectives.
Key responsibilities include defining and owning the UK market communications strategy and annual priorities for the DET, aligning with business goals and regional needs. The role involves building a continuous UK story pipeline that translates product improvements, efficacy data, access and affordability proof points, and policy updates into credible narratives and media moments that reinforce trust and category leadership. Additionally, the director will lead integrated announcement planning for UK-relevant DET updates, including message architecture, FAQs, spokesperson preparation, and toolkits for local adaptation and amplification. Establishing standards, templates, and operating rhythms with cross-functional partners to ensure timely, accurate, and consistent communications across UK channels is also a key aspect of the role.
The ideal candidate will have over 10 years of experience in communications, with significant expertise in product, corporate, or policy communications within a tech or education company, preferably with UK or multi-market responsibility. A proven track record in building or transforming communications systems and standards at scale, with clear measurement of impact on trust, consideration, or adoption, is essential. Exceptional writing and editing skills are required to distill complex concepts into clear, concise messages and toolkits for multiple audiences and channels. Experience in planning and executing integrated announcement moments with cross-functional partners, including executive and spokesperson preparation, is also necessary. High judgment and issue management skills in sensitive or regulated contexts, along with operational excellence in establishing workflows, calendars, templates, and feedback loops that enhance clarity and speed across teams, are important qualifications. The ability to work from or relocate to London, UK, is required.
Duolingo offers a comprehensive benefits package that includes medical, dental, and vision coverage for employees and eligible partners and dependents. Mental health benefits such as therapy sessions and coaching are provided to support overall well-being. Fertility benefits are available to assist with family planning journeys. The company offers fully paid parental and adoption leave, as well as a fully paid subscription to and paid backup days for dependents and pets. A 401(k) plan with generous matching and immediate vesting is offered, along with 20 days of paid time off, plus two additional weeks off for winter break. Additional perks include a first-time home buyer bonus (in Pittsburgh), competitive salaries and equity, a yearly stipend for professional development, transportation reimbursement, daily lunch prepared by in-house chefs, an annual international retreat for all full-time employees, monthly events celebrating team achievements, an on-site gym and massages, and a game room for relaxation.
Duolingo fosters a collaborative and innovative company culture that emphasizes education, experimentation with big ideas, fact-based decision-making, and finding creative solutions to complex problems. Employees have limitless learning opportunities and daily collaborations with world-class minds, contributing to work that is both meaningful and enjoyable. The company is committed to developing the best education in the world and making it universally available, offering employees the chance to be part of a life-changing mission that impacts over half a billion learners globally.