Our ideal candidate is a seasoned communications expert with 7+ years of experience in PR or corporate communications, preferably within fintech, SaaS, or high-growth technology companies.
- Strategic Communications Leadership : Develop and implement PR and communications strategies across Europe, aligning efforts with product launches, strategic milestones, funding rounds, and creative brand initiatives.
- Media Relations & Executive Positioning : Act as the main liaison for global and local media. Cultivate and maintain strong relationships with top-tier tech, finance, and business journalists. Position leadership as influential voices through interviews, bylined articles, and speaker opportunities.
- Content Creation & Messaging : Write and oversee the creation of press releases, Q&As, executive briefings, op-eds, speeches, and crisis communications. Ensure messaging consistency across all external channels and tailor it to resonate with SMEs and fintech stakeholders.
- Campaigns & Visibility : Lead and manage PR campaigns tied to launches, partnerships, and corporate announcements. Collaborate with Brand, Social, and Growth teams to amplify visibility at events, conferences, and trade shows.
- Reputation & Risk Management : Proactively monitor media sentiment, respond to reputational threats, and lead crisis communications with speed and professionalism.
- Measurement & Optimization : Track PR metrics such as media coverage, sentiment, share of voice, and agency performance to optimize communications strategies.
- Agency & Team Leadership : Manage local PR agencies, global PR partners, and potential in-house regional PR managers. Lead with a balance of strategic oversight and hands-on execution.
Required Skills and Qualifications
Experience : 7+ years in PR or corporate communications, ideally within fintech, SaaS, or high-growth technology companies.Media Expertise : Deep network of media contacts and a proven record of Tier-1 media coverage across multiple European markets.Narrative Development : Exceptional writing and storytelling skills, with the ability to craft and adapt narratives for different audiences and regions.Pan-European Market Insight : Understanding of European SME finance dynamics, regulatory factors, and media landscapes.Multilingual Fluency : Fluent in English; proficiency in French, German, Spanish, or Italian is a strong plus.Crisis Comms Acumen : Experience managing communications under pressure and navigating sensitive situations.Management : Previous experience managing agencies or internal comms teams is highly valued.J-18808-Ljbffr
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