External Communications Lead

WomenTech Network; Berlin; Hybrid; EUR 40.000 - 60.000; Vollzeit

Zusammenfassung

A forward-thinking tech organization in Berlin is seeking a Communications Lead to develop and implement an external communications strategy. The role requires fluency in both German and English, alongside 8+ years of experience in communications within startups and scale-ups. You will manage media relations, lead crisis communications, and collaborate cross-functionally to align messaging with business goals. Benefits include a competitive package, 28 days of vacation, and emphasis on mental health and family support.

Leistungen

Competitive reward package

28 days of paid vacation

Fully paid Impact Day

Generous family leave

Healthy snacks and drinks

Cultural initiatives and events

Qualifikationen

• 8+ years of experience in communications for startups and scale-ups.
• Recognized as an exceptional writer with the ability to engage readers.
• Proven track record of delivering results in high-growth environments.

Aufgaben

• Develop and own external communications strategy across priority markets.
• Manage relationships with journalists and media outlets.
• Lead crisis communications for sensitive coverage.

Kenntnisse

Fluent in German

Fluent in English

Exceptional writing skills

Media relations

Crisis management

Cross-functional collaboration

Jobbeschreibung

Overview

Personio’s intelligent HR platform helps small and medium‑sized organizations unlock the power of people by simplifying complex, time‑consuming tasks. Our team of 1,500 people builds user‑friendly products that delight 15,000+ customers and their million employees. Ready to make an impact from day one?

Location & Office

This role requires 3 days per week in the office and is based in Munich or Berlin. The remaining days can be worked from home or in the office if you prefer. You’ll have 20 Flex Days per year to work remotely from other locations.

Communications Lead – Responsibilities

• Develop and own Personio’s external communications strategy and narrative across priority markets.
• Build and nurture relationships with key journalists and media outlets, pitch impactful stories and distribute press releases to drive positive coverage and share of voice.
• Monitor public sentiment and lead crisis communications for sensitive or negative coverage, protecting Personio’s reputation and providing guidance and air‑cover to the whole company.
• Establish platforms and opportunities for executive visibility, positioning Personio’s leadership team, including our CEO, as credible voices on industry topics.
• Partner with marketing and content teams to amplify content, campaigns and launches with PR initiatives that drive brand growth and support demand generation goals.
• Lead and develop a small communications team and manage external agency relationships to deliver on your comms objective.

Qualifications – Core Experience

• 8+ years of relevant experience in communications for startups and scale‑ups, with fluency in German and English.
• Exceptional writing skill in German and English, recognised by peers as a truly exceptional writer with a knack for making topics interesting and memorable.
• Entrepreneurial execution – a go‑getter who moves with urgency and has a proven track record of getting things done, driving impact and delivering results in fast‑paced, high‑growth environments.
• Media relations & networks – well networked with media outlets and influencers in Germany, with established relationships that enable you to secure positive coverage and manage media engagement effectively.
• Executive stakeholder management – comfortable working with executives and senior stakeholders, with the ability to manage sensitive information discreetly and elevate their thought leadership presence.
• Cross‑functional collaboration – experience collaborating effectively with product teams, partnership leads, marketing colleagues and other functions to align communications with business goals.
• Crisis management – hands‑on experience leading crisis communications and reputation management, responding swiftly to protect brand reputation while maintaining composure under pressure.

Benefits

• Competitive reward package – reevaluated each year – that includes salary, benefits, and pre‑IPO equity.
• 28 days of paid vacation, plus an additional day after 2 and 4 years.
• One fully paid Impact Day to make an impact on the environment and society.
• Generous family leave, child support, mental health support, and sabbatical opportunities.
• Healthy snacks, drinks, and a weekly catered lunch.
• Opportunities for meals, cultural initiatives, and events like local Summer Sessions and year‑end celebrations.

Personio is an equal opportunities employer, committed to building an integrative culture where everyone feels welcomed and supported. We embrace uniqueness and understand that our diverse, values‑driven culture makes us stronger. We are proud to have an inclusive workplace environment that will foster your development no matter your gender, civil status, family status, sexual orientation, religion, age, disability, education level, or race.