Executive Communications Manager

Planet; San Francisco (CA); Hybrid; USD 114,200 - 142,700; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive Medical, Dental, and Vision plans

Generous Paid Time Off

16 Weeks of Paid Parental Leave

Tuition Reimbursement

Job summary

Planet is looking for an Executive Communications Manager to shape the thought leadership of its senior leadership team. This full-time, hybrid role requires three days a week in the San Francisco office and involves creating impactful narratives related to the company's innovations.

Ideal candidates should possess 6-8 years of communications experience and strong writing skills. Responsibilities include crafting content for various platforms and advising executives across different sectors. The position offers competitive salary and various benefits.

Qualifications

• 6-8 years of executive or corporate communications experience, preferably in a high-growth technology environment.
• Ability to work directly with C-suite leaders and navigate competing priorities.
• Master storyteller with the ability to translate complex concepts into clear narratives.

Responsibilities

• Lead the narrative for Planet’s CEO, weaving themes like AI and sustainability.
• Develop and execute high-level content for press opportunities and presentations.
• Drive executive strategy at major global forums.

Skills

Executive Presence

Exceptional Writing

Strategic Agility

Job description

Welcome to Planet. We believe in using space to help life on Earth.

Planet designs, builds, and operates the largest constellation of imaging satellites in history. This constellation delivers an unprecedented dataset of empirical information via a revolutionary cloud-based platform to authoritative figures in commercial, environmental, and humanitarian sectors, enabling users worldwide to develop new technologies, drive revenue, power research, and solve global challenges.

Our organization brings together experts from hardware design, manufacturing, data processing, and software engineering. We foster a people‑centric culture that puts team members first, enabling growth and innovation.

Planet operates globally, with remote employees and offices in San Francisco, Washington, DC, Germany, Austria, Slovenia and the Netherlands.

About the Role

We are looking for an Executive Communications Manager to shape and amplify the thought leadership platforms of our senior leadership team. The role sits within the Communications team and is responsible for crafting high‑impact narratives that bridge our technical innovations in space with their real‑world impact across commercial and governmental sectors. The primary partner will be our CEO, while also serving as a strategic advisor to the broader executive bench, ensuring a consistent and compelling leadership presence across speaking events, press and podcast engagements, and influencer collaborations. Ideal candidates are passionate about our mission to image the world every day and make change visible, accessible, and actionable.

This is a full‑time, hybrid position that requires working from our San Francisco office three days per week.

Responsibilities

• Executive Thought Leadership: Lead the narrative for Planet’s CEO, weaving space, AI, sustainability, security, and more.
• Content Strategy & Creation: Develop and execute high‑level content, including press opportunities, op‑eds, keynote presentations, and long‑form messaging. Work with the social media lead on owned content and brand growth.
• Global Event Presence: Drive executive strategy and presence at top‑tier global forums such as the Munich Security Conference, World Economic Forum, and others.
• Executive Bench Support: Act as a strategic advisor and ghostwriter for our executive bench, including the President & CFO, Co‑Founder & CSO, Chief Space Officer, and Chief Revenue Officer.
• Internal & External Alignment: Coordinate with Marketing, Government Affairs, and Product teams to ensure executive messaging is synchronized with Planet’s core values, mission, and commercial objectives.

What You Bring

• Experience: 6‑8 years of executive or corporate communications experience, preferably in a high‑growth technology environment.
• Executive Presence: Ability to work directly with C‑suite leaders, providing actionable feedback and navigating dynamic personalities and competing priorities.
• Exceptional Writing: Master storyteller who can translate complex technical concepts into clear, compelling narratives for a global, non‑technical audience. Immaculate attention to detail.
• Strategic Agility: Success in developing earned and owned media programs that deliver measurable brand awareness and credibility. Self‑starter who thrives on proactivity rather than reactive work.

What Makes You Stand Out

• Industry Savvy: Existing relationships with major media outlets, events, and influencers.
• Multimedia Expertise: Experience with video scripts and digital engagement strategies for platforms such as LinkedIn and X.
• Geopolitical Acumen: Knowledge of the intersection between commercial space capabilities and national security.

Application Deadline

September 3, 2026 (by 11:59 pm PT)

Benefits While Working at Planet

• Comprehensive Medical, Dental, and Vision plans
• Health Savings Account (HSA) with company contribution
• Generous Paid Time Off plus holidays and company‑wide days off
• 16 Weeks of Paid Parental Leave
• Wellness Program and Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Home Office Reimbursement
• Monthly Phone and Internet Reimbursement
• Tuition Reimbursement and access to LinkedIn Learning
• Equity
• Commuter Benefits (if local to an office)

Compensation

The US base salary range for this full‑time position in San Francisco is $114,200 – $142,700 USD. The role may also be eligible for discretionary short‑term and long‑term incentives (bonus and equity). Final salary will depend on experience, skills, and location.

San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance

Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, we will consider qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

EEO Statement

Planet is committed to building a community where everyone belongs and we invite people from all backgrounds to apply. Planet is an equal‑opportunity employer, providing employment opportunities regardless of race, religion, color, national origin, ancestry, physical disability, mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, marital status, sex, gender, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, childbirth and breastfeeding, age, sexual orientation, military or veteran status, or any other protected classification, in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws. Know Your Rights.

Accommodations

Planet is an inclusive community. If you have a disability or special need that requires accommodation during the hiring process, please contact [e-mail] or discuss with your recruiter. Your request will remain confidential, and we will be happy to assist you.