Remote Senior Tech Communications Leader

Placements24; LegKraal Gate; Hybrid; ZAR 900,000 - 1,500,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Fully remote work

Executive bonus structure

Executive health insurance

Retirement plan with company match

Paid time off

Professional development

Home office stipend

Team-building retreats

Global reputation opportunity

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Senior Communications Manager to lead strategic communication initiatives in a fully remote setting. You will shape and execute high-impact communication plans for a global audience, including PR, internal comms, and executive messaging.

Responsibilities include managing media relations, creating compelling content, guiding crisis communications, and advising senior leadership. The ideal candidate brings 8+ years in tech communications and exceptional strategic thinking.

Qualifications

• Master's degree or higher in Communications, PR, Journalism, Business Administration or related field.
• 8+ years in corporate communications or related strategic role, preferably in tech.
• Proven ability to develop and execute comprehensive comms strategies with measurable impact.
• Exceptional written, verbal and presentation skills; ability to craft sophisticated messaging.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute integrated corporate communication strategies across PR, internal comms, investor relations, and executive comms.
• Lead media relations, build relationships with journalists and influencers, secure positive coverage.
• Create and disseminate content such as press releases, speeches, white papers, and talking points.
• Oversee internal comms to keep employees informed and aligned with objectives.
• Advise senior leadership on messaging and reputational risk management.

Skills

Strategic thinking

Executive communication

Media relations

Stakeholder management

Remote leadership

Education

Master's degree in Communications/PR/Journaling/Business Administration

Bachelor's degree with extensive experience

Tools

Media monitoring services

Collaboration platforms

Job description

Placements24 is seeking a Senior Communications Manager to lead strategic communication initiatives in a fully remote setting. You will shape and execute high-impact communication plans for a global audience, including PR, internal comms, and executive messaging.

Responsibilities include managing media relations, creating compelling content, guiding crisis communications, and advising senior leadership. The ideal candidate brings 8+ years in tech communications and exceptional strategic thinking.