Director, Marketing Communications

Snyk is the leader in secure AI software development helping millions of developers develop fast and stay secure as AI transforms how software is built. Our AI-native Developer Security Platform integrates seamlessly into development and security workflows making it easy to find fix and prevent vulnerabilities from code and dependencies to containers and cloud.

Our mission is to empower every developer to innovate securely in the AI era boosting productivity while reducing business risk. Were not your average security company - we build Snyk on One Team Care Deeply Customer Centric and Forward Thinking.

Its how we stay driven supportive and always one step ahead as AI reshapes our world.

Our Opportunity:

Were searching for a dynamic and resourceful Director of Growth & AI Communications to champion our global narrative. This pivotal role requires a startup mentality blending strategic vision with hands-on execution across media relations thought leadership internal communications and social media. As we double down on AI and redefine our brand youll be instrumental in shaping our contemporary communications approach doing more with less and injecting creativity into every touchpoint.

You will own and evolve our external narrative cultivating thought leadership around our AI strategy and ensuring consistent impactful messaging across all earned and owned channels. Additionally youll play a crucial role in shaping and delivering high-impact internal communications that foster a strong aligned culture and energize our rapidly growing team.

You will lead a small high-performing team including a Social Media Manager and an Internal Communications Manager. The ideal candidate is a confident communicator and leader capable of strategic thinking rapid execution and seamless collaboration with Marketing Product and Executive leadership in a fast-paced environment.

Youll Spend Your Time

• Developing and refining our company-wide positioning and messaging centered on our AI strategy and business transformation with a creative forward-thinking lens.
• Strategizing and executing media plans to generate impactful coverage focusing on innovative angles and doing more with less. Manage external PR agencies and cultivate direct relationships with key reporters and editors.
• Building and managing an executive thought leadership platform including speaking engagements media appearances and social storytelling with a particular focus on our AI positioning and a fresh approach.
• Leading internal communications strategy and execution in collaboration with HR and senior leaders ensuring clarity consistency and company-wide alignment in a dynamic environment.
• Partnering with the Social Media Manager to enhance our social media presence amplifying brand storytelling thought leadership and product innovation through creative platform-native approaches.
• Guiding our analyst relations efforts to support product launches category leadership and market validation leveraging a contemporary understanding of influence.
• Leading sensitive communications and issue response ensuring strong alignment with executives legal and people teams with agility and creativity.
• Partnering with Brand Web Product Marketing and Content teams to maintain a cohesive brand voice across all channels and audiences embodying a collaborative and efficient spirit.
• Establishing KPIs for internal and external communications track performance and continuously optimize for reach clarity and engagement demonstrating a data-driven yet creative approach

What Youll Need:

• 10 years of experience in public relations strategic communications or marketing communications preferably within high-growth B2B tech or AI-driven environments with a clear startup mentality.
• Proven track record in leading successful PR media relations and thought leadership programs that enhance perception and visibility demonstrating creativity and resourcefulness.
• Experience managing internal communications and building cross-company alignment within complex rapidly changing organizations with a focus on doing more with less.
• Adept at navigating brand evolution and translating company strategy into compelling narratives with a contemporary view of communication.
• Exceptional writing and storytelling skills with experience in executive communications product narratives and issues/crisis response showcasing creativity and impact.
• Experience managing and developing small teams and external agency partners fostering a high-performance efficient culture.
• Collaborative mindset high emotional intelligence (EQ) and the ability to influence at all organizational levels with a focus on driving growth through communication.

Wed be Lucky if You:

• Have a background in AI developer tools cybersecurity or enterprise software.
• Have experience during periods of company repositioning or transformation (e.g. M&A rebrand AI pivot) demonstrating adaptability and strategic communication during change.
• Have experience with analyst relations and managing third-party perception with an eye for innovative engagement.

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We care deeply about the warm inclusive environment weve created and we value diversity we welcome applications from those typically underrepresented in tech. If you like the sound of this role but are not totally sure whether youre the right person do apply anyway!

About Snyk

Snyk is committed to creating an inclusive and engaging environment where our employees can thrive as we rally behind our common mission to make the digital world a safer place. From Snyk employee resource groups to global benefits that help our employees prioritize their health wellness financial security and a work/life blend we aim to support our employees along their entire journeys here at Snyk.