Global Communications & Messaging Lead

ActAI; Greater London; On-site; GBP 75,000 - 115,000; Full time

Job summary

ActAI, based in London, seeks a Communications Lead to shape how the company is presented to the world. You will craft external narratives, work with founders and leadership, and manage relationships with global media to reflect ActAI's quality and ambition.

In this hands-on role, you will write, edit, pitch stories, prepare announcements, and partner with senior leaders on communications strategy.

Qualifications

• Experience in PR, corporate communications or media relations within technology companies.
• Exceptional writing and editing skills with the ability to explain complex products clearly.
• Strong relationships with technology and business journalists.
• Experience managing communications for product launches or major announcements.
• Excellent judgement and ability to develop compelling narratives.
• Comfortable working directly with founders and senior leadership.
• Able to operate independently in a fast-moving environment with minimal direction.
• Strong attention to detail and high standards for quality.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute ActAI's global communications strategy.
• Build relationships with technology, business and mainstream media.
• Develop media angles and proactively secure high-quality press coverage.
• Write and edit press releases, announcements, company updates and executive communications.
• Shape company messaging, positioning and product narratives.
• Prepare founders and executives for media interviews, conferences and public appearances.
• Develop communication plans around product launches, partnerships and major company milestones.
• Monitor media coverage and identify opportunities to strengthen ActAI's brand.
• Work closely with product, recruiting and leadership teams to ensure consistent external messaging.
• Support crisis communications and reputation management when required.

Skills

PR experience

Corporate comms

Media relations

Storytelling

Media training

Crisis comms

Job description

ActAI, based in London, seeks a Communications Lead to shape how the company is presented to the world. You will craft external narratives, work with founders and leadership, and manage relationships with global media to reflect ActAI's quality and ambition.

In this hands-on role, you will write, edit, pitch stories, prepare announcements, and partner with senior leaders on communications strategy.