Head of Communications, APJ

Pure Storage; Singapore; Hybrid; SGD 193,000 - 258,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading technology firm in Singapore is seeking a Head of Communications APJ to drive comprehensive communications initiatives across the region. This strategic role involves managing public relations, analyst relations, and executive communications, while ensuring alignment with local objectives. The ideal candidate will have over 12 years in a B2B tech environment and a strong network of media contacts. Join a team that values innovation and growth in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 12-15 years of experience in a B2B technology environment.
• Success in leading communications strategies and plans across multiple APJ countries.
• Outstanding verbal, written, and presentation skills.

Responsibilities

• Manage a creative communications program for the APJ region.
• Own relationships with journalists and industry analysts.
• Execute major company milestones with regional context.

Skills

Crisis Management

Public Relations

Media Relations

Strategic Planning

Team Management

Writing Skills

Job description

Head of Communications, APJ Pure Storage – Singapore, Singapore, Singapore

We are in an unbelievably exciting area of technology and are fundamentally reshaping the data storage industry. Here you will lead with innovative thinking, grow with us, and join the smartest team in the industry.

What You Can Expect From Us

• Pure Innovation: We celebrate those who think critically, challenge the status quo, and aspire to be trailblazers.
• Pure Growth: We give you the space and support to grow along with us and to contribute to something meaningful. We have been named Fortune’s Best Large Workplaces in the Bay Area, Best Workplaces for Millennials, and certified as a Great Place to Work.
• Pure Team: We build each other up and set aside ego for the greater good.

Accommodations and Accessibility

Candidates with disabilities may request accommodations for all aspects of our hiring process. For more information, contact us if you’re invited to an interview.

Our Commitment to a Strong and Inclusive Team

We are forging a future where everyone finds their rightful place and where every voice matters. Where uniqueness isn’t just accepted but embraced. We are committed to fostering the growth and development of every person, cultivating a sense of community through our Employee Resource Groups, and advocating for inclusive leadership.

Pure is proud to be an equal‑opportunity and affirmative‑action employer. We do not discriminate based upon race, religion, color, national origin, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender/gender identity, gender expression, transgender status, sexual stereotypes, age, status as a protected veteran, status as an individual with a disability, or any other characteristic legally protected by the laws of the jurisdiction in which you are being considered for hire.

Join Us and Bring Your Best

Bring your bold.

Bring your flash.

The Role

Head of Communications Asia Pacific & Japan (APJ) is a strategic role reporting to the Senior Director, International Communications (APJ, EMEA & LATAM). This person will be responsible for driving all communications activities—public relations (PR), analyst relations (AR), and executive communications—both external and internal for the APJ region.

As a key member of Pure Storage’s International Communications team, the candidate will lead the development and execution of an impactful communications program in APJ. We are looking for someone who is highly proactive with a fire in the belly to drive a best‑in‑class regional communications program; manage multiple projects across many countries; and maintain exceptional relationships with both external audiences (media, analysts, and influencers) and internal stakeholders.

What You’ll Do

• Manage a creative and high‑impact pan‑APJ communications program that aligns with global communications goals while meeting local business objectives.
• Own regional relationships with critical journalists, industry analysts, and influencers.
• Execute on major company milestones and activations, ensuring regional context and local viewpoints are front of mind to create a truly meaningful announcements program.
• Come up with and execute innovative local communications activations that drive global communications goals.
• Craft compelling storylines to drive the development of local thought leadership content (bylines, commentary, & predictions).
• Manage a network of public relations agencies and other third‑party vendors across the region, delivering impactful results in each country.
• Manage the local spokesperson program: understanding gaps, providing media training, and ensuring spokespeople remain up‑to‑date on the latest company messaging.
• Create and manage external and internal communications platforms for the APJ business leader that align with corporate priorities and vision. For the external side include developing narratives, topical talk tracks, managing media and analyst engagements, social channels, and speaking opportunities. For the internal side manage strategic communications for business‑critical items and employee all‑hands.
• Manage the APJ communications budget and operations to ensure all activities deliver a strong return on investment.
• Manage any local crisis and related issues.
• Participate in the regional customer reference program, flagging critical stories that can be leveraged in communications activations to tell a richer Pure story.
• Collaborate closely with EMEA‑LATAM peers to facilitate the sharing and scaling of ideas across regions.
• Manage and mentor the APJ communications manager.
• Work primarily in‑office, expected to work from the Singapore (preferred location) or Sydney office, in compliance with Pure Storage policies unless on PTO, business travel, or approved leave.

What You Bring

• Passionate about technology and innovation.
• Minimum of 12‑15 years of proven experience (ideally a combination of agency and in‑house positions) in a business‑to‑business (B2B) technology environment.
• Demonstrated success in leading the development and execution of communications (PR, AR, and executive communications) strategies and plans that achieved results across multiple APJ countries.
• Creative and strategic thinker with outstanding verbal, written, and presentation skills.
• Excellent media and analyst relationships and an interest in developing more.
• Understanding of APJ markets and ability to localize corporate information for impactful regional execution.
• Agile in a fast‑paced, dynamic environment and capable of juggling multiple projects at once.
• Ability to partner across functions—particularly with regional sales leaders, field marketing, global communications, and corporate teams.
• Understanding of how to measure communications results against established KPIs.
• Ability to educate business stakeholders about what great communications looks like.
• Experience successfully managing and supporting a network of PR agencies and third‑party vendors.
• Ability to work across time zones.
• Positive, high‑energy, solutions‑oriented team player.

Key Skills

• Crisis Management
• Marketing
• Public Relations
• Fundraising
• Media Relations
• Constant Contact
• Strategic Planning
• Social Media Management
• Team Management
• Public Speaking
• WordPress
• Writing Skills