Associate Director- External Communication

International Permanent View Job Description
Lead external communications, public relations, and executive branding efforts for a fast-growing AI and digital transformation company with a strong North American presence. The role owns media relations, CEO positioning, crisis communications, analyst engagement, and PR strategy, with a particular focus on the US market.
  • Shape global brand visibility across the US and India
  • Partner directly with the CEO to drive thought leadership

About Our Client

Our client is a global AI and data transformation company helping enterprises unlock business value from digital and AI investments. With a workforce of over 4,000 professionals across North America, Latin America, and India, the company partners with Fortune 500 and high-growth organizations across Financial Services, Telecom, Technology, and Life Sciences sectors.

Job Description

  • Lead the organization's global external communications and public relations agenda.
  • Drive media visibility, brand positioning, and executive thought leadership programs.
  • Manage relationships with journalists, industry analysts, influencers, and PR agencies across India and the US.
  • Build and execute US-focused PR and media strategies.
  • Develop executive communications, speaking opportunities, interviews, and bylined content.
  • Lead crisis communications, reputation management, and issues response planning.
  • Oversee social media, corporate events, thought leadership content, and award programs.
  • Leverage AI-driven tools for content creation, media monitoring, analytics, and communications effectiveness tracking.

The Successful Applicant

  • 12-16 years of experience in B2B external communications and public relations.
  • Proven hands-on experience managing PR programs and media relationships in the US market.
  • Strong expertise in corporate communications, executive branding, media relations, and reputation management.
  • Demonstrated ability to work directly with senior leadership and drive high-impact communication campaigns.
  • Excellent content development, storytelling, stakeholder management, and strategic planning capabilities.
  • Familiarity with AI-powered communications, media intelligence, and social listening platforms.

What's on Offer

  • Opportunity to build and elevate the brand of a rapidly growing global technology organization.
  • High visibility role with direct engagement with the CEO and leadership team.
  • Ownership of global PR, executive branding, media strategy, and reputation management.
  • Exposure to international markets, particularly the US, alongside leading enterprise clients.
  • Chance to shape next-generation communications strategies using AI-powered tools and analytics.
Quote job ref
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Job summary

Function
Marketing
Sub Sector
Public Relations / Marketing Communications
What is your area of specialisation?
Technology & Telecoms
Location
International
Job Type
Permanent
Job Reference
JN-102026-7133253

Diversity & Inclusion at Michael Page

We don't just accept difference - we celebrate it. We encourage applicants from all backgrounds to apply for this role and are committed to building inclusive, diverse workplaces where everyone can thrive. If you require any support or reasonable adjustments during the recruitment process, please let us know.