Remote Global PR & Communications Leader

Placements24; Benoni; Hybrid; ZAR 900.000 - 1.500.000; Vollzeit

Benefits dieser Stelle

Health insurance

Retirement contributions

Flexible work schedule

Generous paid time off

Zusammenfassung

Placements24 is seeking an experienced Remote PR and Communications Lead to define and execute a global PR strategy for an e-commerce platform. You will manage media relations, corporate communications and brand messaging from a remote-first environment, inspiring a distributed team across regions.

The role emphasizes crisis management, stakeholder relations, and driving brand narratives to support rapid growth. A senior leader with proven results in digital-first settings is encouraged to apply.

Qualifikationen

• Master's degree in Communications, Public Relations, Journalism, Marketing or related field.
• 8+ years in PR and communications, with 4+ years in a leadership role.
• Proven track record in global PR strategies for ecommerce/tech.
• Strong leadership, strategic thinking and problem-solving skills.
• Expertise in media relations, crisis communications and reputation management.
• Excellent written, verbal and presentation skills.
• Experience managing remote teams in distributed organisations.

Aufgaben

• Develop and implement a comprehensive global PR and communications strategy.
• Lead media relations, including pitching, press releases, and crisis communication.
• Oversee internal and external corporate communications for consistent messaging.
• Build relationships with media, analysts, and industry influencers worldwide.
• Manage and grow the company's social media presence and online reputation.
• Collaborate with marketing, product and executive leadership to align communications.
• Develop brand stories and messaging frameworks.
• Plan virtual press conferences, media tours and events.
• Monitor industry trends and media coverage to identify opportunities and risks.
• Lead, mentor and develop a remote PR team.

Kenntnisse

Leadership

Strategic thinking

Media relations

Crisis communications

Reputation management

Verbal & written communication

Remote team leadership

Ausbildung

Master's degree in Communications/PR/Jounalism/Marketing

Tools

PR software

Media monitoring tools

Social media management platforms

Jobbeschreibung

Placements24 is seeking an experienced Remote PR and Communications Lead to define and execute a global PR strategy for an e-commerce platform. You will manage media relations, corporate communications and brand messaging from a remote-first environment, inspiring a distributed team across regions.

The role emphasizes crisis management, stakeholder relations, and driving brand narratives to support rapid growth. A senior leader with proven results in digital-first settings is encouraged to apply.