EMEA Communications Director: Strategy & Media Leadership

Cato Networks; Greater London; On-site; GBP 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Cato Networks is seeking a seasoned communications leader to drive an integrated EMEA strategy, elevating the brand through proactive media programs and executive thought leadership. You’ll partner with product marketing, threat research, and regional teams to shape a compelling corporate narrative.

You will translate complex cybersecurity and cloud networking topics into clear, impactful messages for senior executives and media. A fast-paced, global environment awaits.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of experience in corporate communications or public relations, preferably in enterprise technology or cybersecurity.
• Proven success developing strategic communications programs that generate high-impact earned media across EMEA.
• Outstanding storyteller with the ability to translate complex technology, data, and research into compelling narratives.
• Proven experience advising and preparing senior executives for media, speaking engagements, and thought leadership opportunities, with strong judgment on reputation and corporate positioning.
• Experience supporting proactive communications strategies as well as rapid-response media opportunities.
• Strong relationships with business, technology, and cybersecurity journalists across Europe.
• Experience managing external PR agencies and driving measurable business outcomes.
• Collaborative, low ego, and highly effective at building partnerships across global teams.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, sound judgment, and the ability to thrive in a fast-moving environment.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute an integrated communications strategy across EMEA to support business priorities, market growth, and corporate reputation.
• Drive impactful earned media by creating opportunities around company news, product innovation, executive thought leadership, original research, and industry trends.
• Develop and execute executive communications and thought leadership programs that elevate regional leaders’ profiles and strengthen the company’s corporate narrative.
• Partner with the global communications team to amplify threat research, rapid-response commentary, and cybersecurity insights with regional relevance.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with top-tier business, technology, and cybersecurity media across EMEA.
• Manage PR agencies across multiple markets, ensuring consistent execution, measurable results, and alignment with global messaging.
• Serve as a trusted communications advisor to regional executives and collaborate closely with cross-functional teams, including Product Marketing, Analyst Relations, Social Media, and Field Marketing.

Skills

Strategic communications

Media relations

Executive communications

Storytelling

Cross-functional collaboration

Public relations

Agency management

Media training

Job description

Cato Networks is seeking a seasoned communications leader to drive an integrated EMEA strategy, elevating the brand through proactive media programs and executive thought leadership. You’ll partner with product marketing, threat research, and regional teams to shape a compelling corporate narrative.

You will translate complex cybersecurity and cloud networking topics into clear, impactful messages for senior executives and media. A fast-paced, global environment awaits.