Manager, Communications

Description

Essential Responsibilities :

• Develop and implement strategic communication plans to support business goals.
• Oversee the creation and distribution of communication materials across various channels.
• Manage relationships with media, stakeholders, and partners to enhance the company's reputation.
• Analyze communication metrics and adjust strategies to improve effectiveness.
• Collaborate with senior leadership to align communication efforts with corporate objectives.
• Provide guidance and mentorship to the communications team, fostering professional growth.

Minimum Qualifications :

Preferred Qualification :

Essential Responsibilities :

Lead strategic communication campaigns that elevate PayPal Ads within the advertising industry, differentiating the company from current players.

Develop and execute sophisticated media relations strategies targeting mainstream, business, and industry publications, industry analysts, and key advertising / marketing influencers.

Craft compelling narratives around product launches, partnerships, and company milestones that resonate with target audiences.

Partner with business leaders, strategy, growth, and marketing to identify and capitalize on thought leadership opportunities in advertising technology trends for potential owned content including social media.

Elevate conference activations by coordinating on-site speaking and media relations at major industry events such as POSSIBLE, Cannes Lions, Advertising Week NY, CES, etc.

Work closely with colleagues within the PayPal Corporate Affairs team to reach target audiences (e.g. Employee comms to develop an employee engagement and learning program).

Required :

8+ years of communications experience with a focus on advertising technology, fintech with advertising components, or adtech platforms.

Proven track record in media relations with advertising industry publications and reporters, including emerging media such as podcasts.

Experience supporting conference activations and managing on-site media relations.

Exceptional writing skills with ability to translate complex financial technology and advertising technology concepts into compelling stories that highlight value.

Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience.

What Makes You Stand Out :

Industry Insider Knowledge : Deep understanding of advertising technology landscape, programmatic advertising, or fintech advertising solutions

Media Relations Mastery : Established relationships with business and advertising trade media with a proven ability to secure meaningful coverage

Conference Expertise : Hands-on experience managing speaking sessions and media relations at major advertising industry conferences and events

Strategic Thinking : Experience developing communication strategies that align with business objectives in fast-moving tech environments

Collaborative Spirit : Proven ability to work effectively with cross-functional teams including product, sales, and marketing

Agility & Resilience : Thrive in fast-paced environments with shifting priorities and tight deadlines

Subsidiary : PayPal

Travel Percent :

PayPal is committed to fair and equitable compensation practices.

Actual Compensation is based on various factors including but not limited to work location, and relevant skills and experience.

The total compensation for this practice may include an annual performance bonus (or other incentive compensation, as applicable), equity, and medical, dental, vision, and other benefits. For more information, visit .

The US national annual pay range for this role is $94,000 to $156,200

PayPal does not charge candidates any fees for courses, applications, resume reviews, interviews, background checks, or onboarding. Any such request is a red flag and likely part of a scam. To learn more about how to identify and avoid recruitment fraud please visit .

For the majority of employees, PayPal's balanced hybrid work model offers 3 days in the office for effective in-person collaboration and 2 days at your choice of either the PayPal office or your home workspace, ensuring that you equally have the benefits and conveniences of both locations.

Our Benefits :

At PayPal, we’re committed to building an equitable and inclusive global economy. And we can’t do this without our most important asset—you. That’s why we offer benefits to help you thrive in every stage of life. We champion your financial, physical, and mental health by offering valuable benefits and resources to help you care for the whole you.

We have great benefits including a flexible work environment, employee shares options, health and life insurance and more. To learn more about our benefits please visit .

Who We Are :

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Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion

PayPal provides equal employment opportunity (EEO) to all persons regardless of age, color, national origin, citizenship status, physical or mental disability, race, religion, creed, gender, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity and / or expression, genetic information, marital status, status with regard to public assistance, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law. In addition, PayPal will provide reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities. If you are unable to submit an application because of incompatible assistive technology or a disability, please contact us at .

Belonging at PayPal :

Our employees are central to advancing our mission, and we strive to create an environment where everyone can do their best work with a sense of purpose and belonging. Belonging at PayPal means creating a workplace with a sense of acceptance and security where all employees feel included and valued. We are proud to have a diverse workforce reflective of the merchants, consumers, and communities that we serve, and we continue to take tangible actions to cultivate inclusivity and belonging at PayPal.

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