Executive Communications Manager
WFA Digital Insight
The demand for skilled executive communications professionals has surged 27% in the past year, driven by the rapid growth of tech companies like Perplexity. As companies navigate complex change management and cultural shifts, the need for strategic communicators who can bridge the gap between leadership vision and employee engagement has never been more pressing. With its commitment to revolutionizing how work gets done, Perplexity stands out as an attractive destination for communications leaders. Before applying, candidates should be prepared to showcase their ability to distill complex ideas into compelling narratives and demonstrate their experience in supporting senior executives.
Job Description
About the Role
The Executive Communications Manager at Perplexity will serve as a strategic partner to the company's leadership, responsible for architecting and amplifying the voices of executives to inspire a rapidly growing team. This role entails designing and delivering exceptional executive communications that articulate the company's vision and strategy, managing complex information flow during high-growth phases, and developing a unique and authentic voice for the company's leaders. The successful candidate will thrive in a fast-paced environment, leveraging their excellent writing, editing, and storytelling skills to capture different executive tones and convey complex ideas in a clear, compelling narrative.As a key member of the team, the Executive Communications Manager will lead Perplexity's next phases of growth, managing change management communications, and translating complex organizational updates into simple and compelling messages. The role requires close partnership with all teams to ensure seamless communication and inspire audiences in multiple formats and contexts.
The ideal candidate will have a deep understanding of the technology industry and the ability to synthesize complex AI-related topics and business strategies into clear narratives internally and externally.
What You Will Do
- Create exceptional and strategic executive communications, including stage speeches, leadership emails, board decks, and other formats that require excellent writing and critical thinking.
- Lead change management communications and develop a unique and authentic voice for the company's leaders internally and externally.
- Manage complex information flow during high-growth phases and evolve and own all-hands presentations, Slack communications, and more.
- Develop clear narratives to convey complex AI-related topics and business strategies internally and externally.
- Partner closely with all teams to lead change management communications and translate complex organizational updates into simple and compelling messages.
- Synthesize complex information into clear, actionable insights to support executive decision-making.
- Collaborate with senior executives to understand their communication needs and preferences.
- Stay up-to-date with industry trends and developments to ensure the company's messaging remains relevant and effective.
What We Are Looking For
- 7+ years of experience in executive communications, ideally within a high-growth technology company or leading communication agency.
- Proven track record of supporting senior executives and managing complex change management initiatives.
- World-class writing, editing, and storytelling skills with the ability to capture different executive tones.
- Deep familiarity with the technology industry and the rules of effective communication, with an interest in breaking them.
- Attention to detail and the ability to execute quickly in a fast-paced environment.
- Extreme comfort working with senior executives, principled confrontation, and inspiring audiences in multiple formats and contexts.
- Experience with Excel and other data analysis tools.
Nice to Have
- Experience working in a startup environment and navigating the challenges of rapid growth.
- Knowledge of AI-related topics and business strategies.
- Familiarity with Slack and other communication platforms.
- Experience with data visualization tools to support the creation of board decks and presentations.
Benefits and Perks
- Opportunity to work with a rapidly growing and innovative company.
- Collaborative and dynamic work environment.
- Professional development opportunities to enhance your skills and expertise.
- Flexible working hours and remote work options.
- Access to the latest technology and tools to support your work.
- Competitive compensation and benefits package.
- Health and wellness programs to support your physical and mental well-being.
- Generous paid time off and holidays to ensure a healthy work-life balance.
How to Stand Out
- Develop a portfolio that showcases your writing, editing, and storytelling skills, including examples of executive communications and change management initiatives you have led.
- Be prepared to provide specific examples of how you have supported senior executives and managed complex change management initiatives in your previous roles.
- Familiarize yourself with Perplexity's company culture and values, and be prepared to discuss how your skills and experience align with their mission and vision.
- Practice your storytelling and presentation skills to ensure you can convey complex ideas in a clear, compelling narrative.
- Research the market rate for executive communications managers in the technology industry to ensure you are prepared for salary negotiations.
- Be prepared to discuss your experience with Excel and other data analysis tools, and how you have used them to support executive decision-making.
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