Join Culture Amp as the Director of Corporate Communications on a fixed-term contract to cover parental leave. In this role, you will lead PR and analyst relations globally, shape and refine key messages, and ensure external stories align with the company's strategic priorities. You will manage regional PR agencies, oversee press releases and media events, and partner with various teams to amplify earned coverage. This position is full-time for twelve months and based in San Francisco.
About the role
- Strong media and analyst relationships mindset, you understand what makes a story newsworthy, how to tailor it by outlet or persona, and how to build long‑term trust - Proven track record leading PR and AR for complex, research‑or product‑led launches (e.g., new platforms, AI features, data reports) and converting them into meaningful coverage and analyst outcomes - 10+ years in corporate communications, PR, and/or analyst relations in B2B SaaS or technology, including experience owning global programs - Comfort working with data, research, and people science narratives, turning complex ideas into clear, compelling stories - Exceptional writing and editing skills across formats: press releases, media pitches, briefing docs, thought‑leadership bylines, executive talking points, and analyst materials - High degree of collaboration and stakeholder management, including direct work with executives and cross‑functional marketing leaders - Experience managing and getting results from PR agencies across multiple regions and time zones - Ability to navigate ambiguity and pace, juggling planned launches (e.g., Culture First Forums, campaign moments) with fast‑moving opportunities and issues - Calm, organized, and decisive under pressure, with strong judgment about what matters, when, and where we show up - A strategic storyteller who can see the big picture and still roll up your sleeves on the craft - Experience supporting large‑scale events and conferences (e.g., customer or thought‑leadership forums) from a comms and media perspective - Energized by our mission to create a better world of work and excited to help shape how Culture Amp shows up in the world while our current Director of Corporate Communications is on parental leave - Previous ownership of global AR programs (memberships, waves/quadrants, briefing programs) - Experience in HR tech / future of work or adjacent categories - Collaborative and low‑ego, able to build trust quickly with executives, peers, agencies, and partners - Research shows that candidates from underrepresented backgrounds often don't apply for roles if they don't meet all the criteria – unlike majority candidates meeting significantly fewer requirements - We strongly encourage you to apply if you’re interested: we'd love to know how you can amplify our team with your unique experience!Key missions
- Lead PR and analyst relations for Culture Amp globally, focusing on key narratives and partnerships.
- Own the global PR strategy and newsroom calendar, managing regional PR agencies and overseeing press releases.
- Partner with executives and product leaders to shape key messages and storylines for major launches and announcements.