Senior Director, AI-Driven Communications

Milltown Partners; San Francisco (CA); Hybrid; USD 180,000 - 280,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay bands

401(k) with company match

Healthcare options

PTO 26 days + holidays

Hybrid work model

Job summary

Milltown Partners is seeking a Director-level communications leader in San Francisco. You will advise top clients, shape strategic direction, and build and lead teams delivering high-impact work across technology, business and culture.

This hands-on role combines client delivery with firm-building responsibilities and a strong AI-enabled advisory focus. The position emphasizes leading major client engagements, developing research-driven strategies, and expanding the firm’s network and

Qualifications

• 10+ years in corporate communications, either consultancy or in-house, with tech exposure.
• Ability to shape research-driven strategies influencing senior stakeholders.
• Experience building advisory relationships with executives and delivering strategic counsel.
• Proven track record in media strategy and relationships with senior editors.
• Experience leading competitive pitches and new business conversations.
• Existing networks in tech, policy, media or investor communities.
• Experience managing high-performing teams and coaching.
• Strong grasp of AI tools in advisory work and driving adoption.
• Curiosity to develop expertise in new areas and an entrepreneurial networking approach.
• Commitment to feedback and inclusive culture.
• Excellent written and spoken English.
• Experience advising on technology regulation or emerging tech challenges.
• Experience working within scaling teams.

Responsibilities

• Lead client relationships at the highest level and shape strategic direction.
• Structure teams for success, set priorities, and coach members to deliver high-quality work.
• Drive AI-enhanced advisory capabilities and share best practices across the firm.
• Identify and pursue new business opportunities and cultivate an external network.
• Contribute to shaping the firm's future and scaling the AI capabilities.

Skills

Corporate communications

C-suite advisory

Media relations

New business pitches

AI in advisory

Team leadership

Job description

Milltown Partners is seeking a Director-level communications leader in San Francisco. You will advise top clients, shape strategic direction, and build and lead teams delivering high-impact work across technology, business and culture.

This hands-on role combines client delivery with firm-building responsibilities and a strong AI-enabled advisory focus. The position emphasizes leading major client engagements, developing research-driven strategies, and expanding the firm’s network and