Director, Corporate Communications

Ladders; United States; À distance; USD 163 000 - 267 000; Plein temps

Avantages offerts par ce poste

Medical, Dental, Vision

Fertility assistance

Educational assistance

401(k) matching

Flexible time off

Ten company-paid holidays

Discounts on grading services

Résumé du poste

Ladders is seeking a Director of Corporate Communications to lead our high-impact communications strategy across issues management, executive visibility, media relations, and stakeholder messaging. The role demands steady judgment in fast-moving situations and close collaboration with Legal, Investor Relations, leadership, and internal teams.

Remote position with an annual compensation range of $163,308–$267,038, reflecting senior leadership in the consumer technology space.

Qualifications

• 10+ years in corporate communications or public affairs, with in-house experience.
• Proven real-time crisis management, especially on social media.
• Experience preparing executives for media engagements and high-stakes situations.
• Familiarity with financial communications, particularly in public or late-stage companies.
• Strong corporate media relations skills with sound judgment.
• Background in marketplaces, fintech, or enthusiast communities; knowledge of collectibles is a plus.
• Exceptional writing and editing skills, with the ability to simplify complex information.
• Experience in team management and process development.
• Bachelor's degree required.

Responsabilités

• Serve as the first responder for issues, collaborating with Legal and other teams to recommend strategies
• Build and maintain issues playbooks and escalation paths in partnership with key stakeholders
• Prepare executives for media interviews and high-stakes announcements
• Develop executive platform plans for speaking opportunities and earned profiles
• Establish clear narratives for investors, customers, and the public
• Manage proactive and reactive corporate media relations across a range of press outlets
• Coordinate corporate milestones and ensure alignment with brand narratives
• Collaborate with internal communications to ensure employees receive major news first

Connaissances

10+ years corporate communications

In-house experience

Crisis management (social media)

Executive media prep

Financial communications

Media relations

Team management

Bachelor's degree

Formation

Bachelor's degree

Description du poste

For our client, we are seeking a Director, Corporate Communications to join the team of a leader in the Consumer Technology space.

This leader will shape high-profile communications strategy across issues management, executive visibility, media relations, and stakeholder messaging. The role calls for steady judgment in fast-moving situations, with close partnership across Legal, Investor Relations, leadership, and internal communications. It is well suited for a communications leader who can translate complex developments into clear narratives that protect and strengthen the brand.

Location: Remote

Compensation: $163,308 – $267,038 annually

Responsibilities

• Serve as the first responder for issues, collaborating with Legal and other teams to recommend strategies
• Build and maintain issues playbooks and escalation paths in partnership with key stakeholders
• Prepare executives for media interviews and high-stakes announcements
• Develop executive platform plans for speaking opportunities and earned profiles
• Establish clear narratives for investors, customers, and the public
• Manage proactive and reactive corporate media relations across a range of press outlets
• Coordinate corporate milestones and ensure alignment with brand narratives
• Collaborate with internal communications to ensure employees receive major news first

Qualifications

• 10+ years of experience in corporate communications, issues management, or public affairs, with in-house experience
• Proven track record in real-time crisis management, especially on social media
• Experience preparing executives for media engagements and high-stakes situations
• Familiarity with financial communications, particularly in public or late-stage companies
• Strong corporate media relations skills with sound judgment
• Background in marketplaces, fintech, or enthusiast communities; knowledge of collectibles is a plus
• Exceptional writing and editing skills, with the ability to simplify complex information
• Experience in team management and process development
• Bachelor's degree required

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision coverage for full-time employees
• Fertility, commuter, and educational assistance available
• Competitive 401(K) matching to support financial goals
• Flexible time off for salaried employees
• Ten company-paid holidays for full-time employees
• Discounts on select grading services for approved submissions
• Flexible schedules available on many teams
• Opportunities for celebrations and team-building activities

Our client is an equal opportunity employer.