Director, External & Executive Communications

What you'll do

• Define and own Moloco's external communications strategy, leading day-to-day global PR programs and evolving the function as the company scales
• Build and execute an integrated executive communications program, developing narratives, managing speaking and awards opportunities, and shaping public profiles of senior leaders
• Partner with senior leaders on communications strategy and coach them on effective external storytelling
• Pitch and cultivate relationships with journalists, analysts, and influencers across key markets and beats
• Build a global external communications strategy combining earned media, owned content, social and influencer engagement, and strategic storytelling partnerships
• Manage and optimize agency relationships across multiple markets ensuring message consistency while adapting to local dynamics
• Navigate cultural and regulatory differences in communications approaches across North America, EMEA, APAC, and other regions
• Anticipate issues and coordinate across Communications, Legal, People, and executive leadership to ensure timely, accurate, and trusted external communications

Requirements

• 8-10 years of strategic communications experience with significant experience in external and executive communications at a high-growth startup or public company
• Proven track record building or transforming an external communications function, with clear impact on brand reputation, media presence, and executive profile
• Demonstrated B2B communications expertise, with the ability to reach technical buyers, business decision-makers, and C-suite executives across global markets
• Active media relationships and exceptional writing ability, with an ability to personally execute and own key initiatives
• Experience building and running executive communications programs, including thought leadership, speaking strategy, and media preparation for senior leaders
• Strong global communications experience with demonstrated understanding of regional media landscapes, cultural nuances, and local market dynamics
• Proven ability to manage agency relationships across multiple markets, driving consistency and quality at scale
• High judgment and discretion, with experience navigating sensitive communications in a fast-moving, high-stakes environment
• Genuine curiosity about AI and how it's changing the way we work

Benefits