Global Media & PR Director - Remote, Unlimited PTO

Placements24; Queenstown; Hybrid; NZD 316,000 - 491,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Executive-level bonus structure

Global health insurance

Stock options

Unlimited paid time off

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a visionary Media & PR Director to shape the company’s public image and guide external communications on a global scale. This remote, senior leadership role oversees a distributed PR team and advises executives on strategy, reputation, and crisis readiness.

The ideal candidate has a proven track record in high-stakes media environments, exceptional communication skills, and deep knowledge of global PR trends.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in Communications, PR, Journalism, Business Admin or related field.
• 10+ years in media relations and PR with at least 5 years in leadership.
• Proven success with global PR campaigns and international media.
• Strong strategic, analytical, and presentation skills.
• Experience leading remote teams and operating in tech sectors.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement global media and PR strategies aligned with business goals.
• Lead a distributed team of PR professionals across regions.
• Build relationships with international, national, and trade media.
• Serve as a spokesperson as needed and manage external communications.
• Oversee press releases, statements, and corporate announcements.
• Develop crisis communication plans and protocols.
• Monitor media trends and provide strategic insights to leadership.
• Manage PR agency relationships and budgets.
• Collaborate with marketing, IR and other departments for integrated comms.
• Drive thought leadership and shape the company narrative.

Skills

Strategic leadership

Global media relations

Crisis communications

Remote team management

Executive communication

Education

Master's degree in Communications or related field

Tools

PR software

Media monitoring tools

Collaboration platforms

Job description

Placements24 is seeking a visionary Media & PR Director to shape the company’s public image and guide external communications on a global scale. This remote, senior leadership role oversees a distributed PR team and advises executives on strategy, reputation, and crisis readiness.

The ideal candidate has a proven track record in high-stakes media environments, exceptional communication skills, and deep knowledge of global PR trends.