Communications Lead

Pinterest; London; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

An innovative firm is seeking a senior communications expert to join its team in London. This high-impact role involves shaping the UK communications strategy, driving media relations, and managing crisis communications. With over 10 years of experience, the ideal candidate will have a deep understanding of the UK media landscape and a proven track record of working with C-suite executives. This position offers the chance to influence key external stakeholders and contribute to a positive platform narrative. Join a dynamic team that values collaboration and creativity, and help inspire millions through effective communication.

Benefits

Flexible Work Hours

In-Office Collaboration

Diversity and Inclusion Initiatives

Qualifications

• 10+ years of communications experience in agency and in-house roles.
• Expertise in UK media and policy, especially online safety.

Responsibilities

• Shape and deliver UK communications strategy aligned with global objectives.
• Drive media relations and manage press briefings.

Skills

Communications Strategy

Media Relations

Crisis Management

Writing and Editing

Stakeholder Engagement

Policy Communications

Public Speaking

Team Collaboration

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Communications

Job description

About Pinterest:

Millions of people around the world come to our platform to find creative ideas, dream about new possibilities and plan for memories that will last a lifetime. At Pinterest, we’re on a mission to bring everyone the inspiration to create a life they love, and that starts with the people behind the product.

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Pinterest is seeking a senior communications expert to join its International Communications team in the UK. This is a senior, high-impact position focused on policy and corporate communications. The ideal candidate will be an authority on the UK media and political landscape, skilled at amplifying our company’s voice while navigating regulatory and corporate reputation issues.

You will adapt our global narrative to resonate with UK and on occasions European audiences, identify cross-functional opportunities, and craft tailored communications strategies and materials. You’ll serve as a trusted advisor to UK senior leadership and the global C-suite, directly influencing how Pinterest is understood by key external stakeholders.

What you'll do:

• Partner with the UK Country Communications Lead and International Comms team to shape and deliver a UK communications strategy aligned with Pinterest’s global communications objectives.
• Drive media relations: identify, pitch, and place compelling stories in business, policy, and corporate outlets.
• Cultivate strong relationships with journalists, industry analysts, and key stakeholders; manage press briefings and respond to media enquiries, including rapid response (and strategy) to high-priority issues.
• Profile executives and thought leaders: secure relevant speaking opportunities and manage executive communications and positioning.
• Lead policy communications: monitor the policy/regulatory landscape (especially relating to online safety), plan proactive campaigns, and respond strategically to emerging issues. Partner closely with inhouse Policy teams.
• Manage issues and crisis communications as needed, ensuring timely and effective messaging to external audiences.
• Create and deliver op-eds, executive commentary, and thought leadership pieces and partnership opportunities to reinforce Pinterest’s role as a positive platform.
• Collaborate cross-functionally with global and local teams, including marketing, product policy, and legal, to ensure coordinated and impactful comms.

What we’re looking for:

• 10+ years’ communications experience—ideally split between agency and in-house roles with a technology or digital media brand
• Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field such as Comms, Business or Marketing, OR equivalent experience
• Demonstrated expertise in UK media and policy, plus a strong grasp of EU/global
• Experience shaping strategies and messaging during policy debates, especially those related to online safety, privacy, or platform regulation
• Proven track record of working directly with C-suite executives
• Deep issues management and media relations experience (UK and international)
• Exceptional prioritisation skills; calm and effective under pressure
• Excellent writing, editing, and verbal communication abilities
• A collaborative, team-oriented mindset; experience working in complex global organisations

In-Office Requirement Statement:

• We let the type of work you do guide the collaboration style. That means we're not always working in an office, but we continue to gather for key moments of collaboration and connection.
• This role will need to be in the office for in-person collaboration approximately 1-2 times a weekand needs to be in a commutable distance from our London office.

Relocation Statement:

• This position is not eligible for relocation assistance. Visit our PinFlex page to learn more about our working model.

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Our Commitment to Inclusion:

Pinterest is an equal opportunity employer and makes employment decisions on the basis of merit. We want to have the best qualified people in every job. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, ancestry, national origin, religion or religious creed, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, age, marital status, status as a protected veteran, physical or mental disability, medical condition, genetic information or characteristics (or those of a family member) or any other consideration made unlawful by applicable federal, state or local laws. We also consider qualified applicants regardless of criminal histories, consistent with legal requirements. If you require a medical or religious accommodation during the job application process, please complete this form for support.