Remote Global Communications Leader

Placements24; Mossel Bay; Hybrid; ZAR 1,200,000 - 2,100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Remote-first role

Health insurance

Stock options

PTO recharge week

Professional development allowance

Remote collaboration tools

Leadership opportunity

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking an experienced Communications Lead for a remote-first, globally focused technology firm. You will design and execute a cutting-edge communications plan that elevates brand visibility, protects reputation, and engages executives, employees, media, and partners across continents.

You will lead a distributed team, shape messaging, and coordinate across crisis management, analyst relations, and public affairs to advance strategic goals.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in Communications or related field.
• 10+ years in corporate communications with leadership roles.
• Proven track record of global communications strategies.
• Expertise in media relations, crisis management, and internal comms.
• Excellent written and verbal presentation skills; able to influence diverse audiences.
• Experience leading remote teams and global markets.
• Strong digital channels and social media strategy knowledge.
• Ability to thrive in fast-paced global environments.

Responsibilities

• Design and implement a global communications strategy aligned with objectives.
• Oversee external communications, media relations, and public affairs.
• Lead internal communications to engage employees.
• Manage crisis communication plans and act as primary contact.
• Cultivate relationships with media, journalists, influencers.
• Develop messaging and ensure brand consistency across channels.
• Lead and mentor a remote communications team.
• Monitor media trends and provide strategic insights.
• Collaborate with executives on narratives and positioning.
• Manage the communications budget efficiently.

Skills

Leadership experience

Global communications strategy

Media relations

Crisis management

Internal communications

Digital/social media strategy

Stakeholder engagement

Remote team management

Education

Master's degree in Communications, Public Relations, Journalism, or related field

Job description

Placements24 is seeking an experienced Communications Lead for a remote-first, globally focused technology firm. You will design and execute a cutting-edge communications plan that elevates brand visibility, protects reputation, and engages executives, employees, media, and partners across continents.

You will lead a distributed team, shape messaging, and coordinate across crisis management, analyst relations, and public affairs to advance strategic goals.