Public Relations Lead

4 weeks ago

New York, New York, United States Proton Full time
Job Description

Proton is a leading provider of secure online services, and we are seeking a highly skilled Public Relations Lead to join our team in North America. As a key member of our Communications team, you will be responsible for driving awareness and signups to our products, as well as promoting Proton as a thought leader in the industry.

As our North America Public Relations Lead, you will have the opportunity to work with a talented team of professionals who are passionate about creating a more private and secure internet. You will be responsible for developing and executing integrated communications campaigns that raise Proton's profile, increase signups and conversions, and drive positive regulatory and legislative change.

This role will require you to operate with a high degree of autonomy and thrive in an independent setting. You will have the opportunity to take ownership of Proton's Communications strategy in North America and work alongside colleagues across multiple teams to launch integrated communications campaigns.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Develop new, integrated communications campaigns for North America in collaboration with Proton's product, engineering, content, social, marketing, and public policy teams
  • Develop and deploy communications campaigns focused on Proton's product suite, driving growth and helping the business hit its commercial goals
  • Generate headlines in North American mainstream, consumer and tech media in line with Proton's narrative and communications strategy, positioning Proton as the leading authority on privacy on the internet
  • Build and maintain Proton's stakeholder maps and own relationships with top tier North American media outlets
  • Drive support for Proton's policy positions on issues ranging from antitrust and competition to encryption and data protection through targeted media coverage
  • Engage with conference and events organizers to secure speaker slots for Proton representatives
  • Protect Proton's reputation with timely responses to media enquiries on a range of technical and policy based subjects

Requirements:

  • At least five years of communications or PR experience. Strong preference for agency experience with tech clients or in-house in a tech company
  • Expertise in both B2C and B2B communications
  • Experience building and owning relationships with journalists and acting as a company spokesperson
  • A strong network of tech, business and consumer media contacts
  • Crisis management experience and ability to juggle multiple fast-paced projects and manage competing deadlines
  • The ability to work independently and take ownership of projects as well as proactively identifying and pursuing PR opportunities
  • The ability to develop strategic market specific campaigns within the context of an international and multidisciplinary team

Why Proton:

  • Technology: We provide all the devices and software you need to excel in your role, ensuring you have the best tools at your disposal to achieve your goals.
  • Food: Lunch and snacks are provided by Proton every day at our offices.
  • Transport: We will always support our employees with transport costs through subsidizing public transport, bike allowances, or parking spaces based on your office location.
  • Stock Options: At Proton, we are all owners of the company and you get stock options when you join us.
  • Flexible Working: You can define your own working hours as long as it works with team meetings.
  • Learning and Development: We are committed to your professional growth. Proton offers various learning opportunities, including training programs, conferences and events, and continual learning.
  • Employee Benefits: Comprehensive health insurance plans, competitive retirement savings options, generous vacation and leave policies, and wellness programs.
  • Work that Matters: Proton is a community-first organization, started with the support of a crowdfunding campaign and built with community input. To this day, Proton's only source of revenue is user subscriptions. Over 100 million people trust and support Proton, and we put our users and community first in everything we do.

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