US PR & Communications Lead — AI & Growth

IRIS Software Group; Boston (MA); Remote; USD 105,000 - 115,000; Full time

Job summary

IRIS Software Group is seeking a seasoned PR & Communications Manager to lead the US media agenda and build visibility across accounting, payroll and HR sectors. This hands‑on role merges strategy with execution, forging relationships with priority journalists and turning IRIS expertise into earned coverage and executive visibility.

You’ll shape US communications, align with AI visibility, and collaborate with sector leaders to highlight customers and products.

Qualifications

• 5+ years in PR, media relations or corporate communications, ideally in-house or agency‑side supporting B2B technology, SaaS or professional services.
• Strong knowledge of the US media landscape, with proven relationships with trade, business and technology journalists.
• Demonstrable experience securing high‑quality earned coverage and growing share of voice.
• Ability to translate complex or technical subjects, including AI, into clear, credible stories.
• Experience supporting crisis and issues communications, with judgement to handle sensitive situations.
• Excellent writing and editing skills to set a quality bar for agencies and partners.
• Familiarity with accounting, payroll and/or HR sectors or quick upskilling in specialist B2B markets.
• Experience managing PR agencies or external partners and holding them accountable for results.
• Strong cross‑functional and stakeholder skills; influence and standards over direct reports.
• Comfort with PR measurement, monitoring, and reporting tools.
• Experience in PE‑backed, high‑growth or fast‑moving B2B environment is an advantage.

Responsibilities

• Lead the US PR programme and build relationships with priority media in business, technology and trade outlets.
• Align PR activity with AI visibility strategy to strengthen IRIS in traditional and AI‑powered media.
• Partner with Accounting, Payroll and HR leaders to uncover newsworthy stories.
• Build the US profile of IRIS leaders through bylines, commentary, speeches and media interviews.
• Support crisis communications with rapid-response planning and holding statements.
• Keep US communications aligned to brand narrative and tone across markets.
• Manage US PR agency partners, briefing work and ensuring quality and results.
• Coordinate with analysts and influencer voices across accounting, payroll and HR sectors.
• Track PR impact and reporting to steer resource investment.

Skills

PR experience

Media relations

B2B technology

SaaS

US media landscape

Job description

IRIS Software Group is seeking a seasoned PR & Communications Manager to lead the US media agenda and build visibility across accounting, payroll and HR sectors. This hands‑on role merges strategy with execution, forging relationships with priority journalists and turning IRIS expertise into earned coverage and executive visibility.

You’ll shape US communications, align with AI visibility, and collaborate with sector leaders to highlight customers and products.