Senior US Communications Leader - External Affairs

Verda; United States; On-site; USD 100,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Verda is building a full-stack AI cloud with global operations, including a San Francisco presence, and seeks an experienced communications leader for the US market. You will drive external communications, media relations, and crisis messaging while guiding strategy and working with cross-functional teams.

The role requires 7+ years in communications, a proven ability to shape narratives, and strong English writing and stakeholder management skills.

Qualifications

• 7+ years of experience in external communications, reputation management, media relations, corporate communications, or a related field.
• Track record of building impactful communications strategies.
• Ability to navigate complex technological, political and business topics and to build clear messaging that positions Verda in relevant conversations.
• Experience working with media and journalists in the US market and building trusted relationships.
• Strong project management skills with the ability to manage multiple initiatives simultaneously.
• Strong stakeholder management skills and experience working closely with senior leaders and cross-functional teams.
• Excellent communication and writing skills in English.

Responsibilities

• Lead external communications and reputation management for Verda in the US, shaping strategy and hands-on execution as we scale.
• Shape Verda's communications strategy in the US market and manage the external narrative.
• Work on media relations, executive visibility, announcements, and crisis communications.
• Build trusted relationships with external stakeholders and collaborate with Government Relations, Marketing, Operations and the wider Communications team.
• Join the Global Communications team and report to the Head of Communications.

Skills

External communications

Reputation management

Media relations

Corporate communications

Stakeholder management

Project management

English writing

Job description

Verda is building a full-stack AI cloud with global operations, including a San Francisco presence, and seeks an experienced communications leader for the US market. You will drive external communications, media relations, and crisis messaging while guiding strategy and working with cross-functional teams.

The role requires 7+ years in communications, a proven ability to shape narratives, and strong English writing and stakeholder management skills.