Director of External Communications, Quantinuum

• 10+ years of experience in public relations and communications
• Proven success in launching products/solutions to top-tier tech and business media, with strong relationships in tech and business press
• Experience in product and brand PR, including developing campaigns, managing product reviews, and creating media strategies
• Crisis management expertise and the ability to build trust with key internal stakeholders
• Strong media relations skills and established connections with national business, technology, enterprise media, and industry trade media
• Experience managing external vendors and agency partners
• Knowledge of integrated communications programs with a focus on press relations and social media
• Pre, at, and post IPO experience in the deep-tech, SaaS, or enterprise software space
• Experience working with senior executives or a C-suite, with the confidence to recommend communication strategies
• Experience in developing and managing social media strategies and campaigns across various platforms

Desirable

• We are seeking an External Communications Leader to join our team
• In this role, you will collaborate with cross-functional teams to steer Quantinuum on its mission to build the world’s leading quantum computers to solve complex global challenges
• You will be integral to our growing marketing team, supporting our go-to-market strategies with clear and compelling product positioning, messaging, and marketing support
• Your efforts will help bring clarity to the evolving quantum computing market and drive our marketing initiatives and investments
• Develop and implement PR strategies in collaboration with Brand, Content Marketing, Product Marketing, Investor Relations, and other teams
• Manage C-level communication support across social channels, events, and drive support for thought-leadership opportunities
• Create and execute PR plans for product and application launches that enhance the Quantinuum brand for diverse audiences
• Manage a proactive news strategy across all media verticals and handle inbound media inquiries to support and promote the Quantinuum brand
• Build and maintain positive relationships with key media outlets and reporters to increase awareness and customer engagement
• Organize press briefings, media tours, events, and produce press materials such as blog posts, media pitches, FAQs, and fact sheets
• Oversee PR and Influencer agencies
• Collaborate with Investor Relations, Compliance, and Legal teams on all relevant matters
• Train and prepare company leaders/C-suite for media interactions and develop their thought leadership platforms
• Write and edit press releases, pitches, bylines, blog posts, abstracts, award nominations, and contributed content
• Identify and manage award applications, podcast opportunities, and conference submissions for key executives