Senior Communications Manager, Okta

• 10+ years of relevant technical and communications experience, ideally owning an executive thought leader profile and driving technology public relations
• Demonstrated excellence in written and verbal communications, storytelling, and presentations in the tone and voice of Go-to-Market leaders
• An understanding of Okta and Auth0’s business and competitors with experience working with security, cloud and/or SaaS companies
• Ability to interpret complex technology information and translate it into bold, compelling, and distinctive content that resonates across technical and non-technical audiences
• Proven track record of developing and implementing communications strategies to increase awareness and visibility of leaders or products
• Collaborative approach to working with the ability to interact with and influence at all levels, including executive leadership
• Highly detail-oriented with the ability to manage multiple, high-profile, and confidential projects and deliverables
• Agile and adaptable to change in a fast-paced, remote environment while multitasking, re-prioritizing projects, and communicating priority updates to stakeholders
• This role will be based in Okta’s London office and will be required to be in office at least two days a week
• Candidate must have the ability to travel 10-15% of the time

Desirable

• Okta is hiring an experienced communications manager and technical storyteller to drive all aspects of communications for the SVP and General Manager of EMEA
• You will develop and deliver strategic communications that elevate awareness across the region and position Okta as the market's identity standard
• As a trusted communications partner, you’ll manage external and internal communications to drive thought leadership, visibility, and outcome-driven results
• This hands-on role requires you to source and distill complex information into simplified messaging that resonates across broad internal and external audiences and channels
• This high-output role requires disciplined execution, attention to detail, and a proven track record for delivering high-quality, engaging communications for C-level executives
• This role will be a part of an innovative Global Communications team committed to delivering creative communications that elevate awareness, motivate employees, and capture the attention of customers and partners
• Strategy Build & Execution: Develop and advise on external and internal executive communication strategies for the SVP, GM of EMEA, and regional executives in support of key business priorities; Actively manage and implement tactics in partnership with key stakeholders
• Content Development & Storytelling: Effectively communicate executive leader perspectives and strategies by creating compelling, insightful content. Use video and video storytelling to connect with internal and external audiences
• Thought Leadership: Position the SVP, GM of EMEA as an industry leader by crafting high-impact thought leadership campaigns and provocative points of view that resonate with customers, partners, and industry influencers
• Internal Communications: Manage EMEA executive-level internal communications, including all-hands meetings, town halls, change communications, and issues management
• Collaboration: Actively partner with the Global Communications Team, Go-to-Market stakeholders, and across Okta’s People, Workplace, Business Technology, Legal, and Investor Relations to ensure alignment of messaging, timing, and editorial strategies
• Stakeholder Alignment: Ensure strategic alignment on messaging, timing, and editorial strategies across EMEA, Global Communications teams, and regional leaders
• Performance Metrics: Establish KPIs to measure communications effectiveness, provide regular performance reports, and make data-driven decisions to optimize strategies