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About the Role

Remitly is seeking a Head of Public Relations & Corporate Communications to lead its global PR and communications efforts, encompassing corporate, product, executive, and financial communications for a publicly traded fintech company operating in over 175 countries. This role involves owning the systems, relationships, and execution to ensure the external narrative aligns with Remitly's product innovations and network growth.

Responsibilities

Own the operational infrastructure for PR and communications, including media strategy, content calendar, approval workflows, messaging framework, and performance measurement.
Collaborate with product leaders to optimize the cadence and impact of external messaging.
Manage the press release calendar, translating the product roadmap into a structured release cadence, and evolving the press release voice to be distinctive and attention-grabbing.
Respond to media inquiries and shape the company's public-facing messaging.
Secure media profiles, speaking engagements, and award recognition to build executive credibility.
Partner with Investor Relations and Finance to align earnings communications and investor narratives with broader company messaging.
Serve as editor of the company's newsroom, managing the publishing calendar and content decisions.
Plan and execute major campaign moments, such as product launches and events, coordinating with internal teams and agencies within budget.
Source and create data-driven stories to secure coverage and position Remitly as a category and thought leader.
Work with Legal, Finance, Policy, and Brand to manage and execute a crisis communications plan when needed.
Define and track key metrics to measure the performance and reach of corporate and financial storytelling efforts.
Implement AI tools and workflows to increase the team's output and efficiency.

Requirements

12+ years in public relations or corporate communications, with direct ownership of a communications function at a public company or in a highly regulated industry.
Experience building or overhauling communications operations, including editorial calendars, approval workflows, and messaging frameworks that drive consistent output.
Track record of securing executive visibility through top-tier media placements, speaking engagements, and industry recognition.
Working knowledge of earnings cycles, investor expectations, and disclosure requirements, with experience aligning messaging with Finance and Investor Relations.
Experience owning a corporate newsroom, blog, or similar owned-media channel as a primary storytelling platform.
Experience leading complex, multi-stakeholder programs, such as product launches, flagship events, and integrated campaigns, on budget and with outside agencies.
Crisis communications experience, including developing and executing response plans under pressure.
Strong news judgment and storytelling skills, with the ability to translate data and business developments into compelling narratives.
Demonstrated use of AI tools to improve communications workflows and team efficiency.
Willingness to execute hands-on, not just direct, with strong cross-functional collaboration skills.

Skills

Public Relations
Corporate Communications
Media Strategy
Content Calendar Management
Messaging Frameworks
Performance Measurement
Press Release Writing
Media Relations
Executive Visibility
Investor Relations Alignment
Owned Media Management
Campaign Planning and Execution
Crisis Communications
Data Storytelling
AI Tool Implementation
Cross-functional Collaboration

Location

Global

Work Type

Hybrid

Experience Level

12+ years

Salary/Compensations

$208,000-$310,000

Benefits

Flexible paid time off
Health, dental, and vision
401k plan with company matching
Paid parental, medical, military and family care leave
Mental Health & Family Forming Benefits
Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP)
Continuing education
Equity as part of total compensation

About the Company

Remitly is a leading digital financial services provider for immigrants and their families in over 170 countries around the world.
Remitly helps immigrants send money home in a safe, reliable and transparent manner.
Its digitally-native, cross-border remittance app eliminates the long wait times, complexities and fees typical of traditional remittance processes.
Building on its strong foundation, Remitly is expanding its suite of products to further its mission and transform financial services for immigrants all around the world.

Equal Opportunity

Remitly is an E-Verify Employer
Remitly is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.