Head of Public Relations & Corporate Communications

About the Role

Remitly is looking for a Head of Public Relations & Corporate Communications to run our global PR and communications function, spanning corporate, product, executive, and financial communications for a publicly traded fintech company operating in 175+ countries. You will own the systems, relationships, and day‑to‑day execution that keep our external narrative aligned with Remitly's pace of product innovations and network growth.
Responsibilities

Communications Operations

Own the operational infrastructure for PR and communications – media strategy, content calendar, approval workflows, messaging framework, and performance measurement.
Work collaboratively with product leaders to optimize the cadence and impact of external messaging.
Own the press‑release calendar, translating the product roadmap into a structured release cadence – and reinvent Remitly's press release voice from boilerplate to a distinctive, creative style that earns attention on its own.
Respond to media inquiries and shape the company's public‑facing messaging.
Secure media profiles, speaking engagements, and award recognition that build executive credibility.
Partner with Investor Relations and Finance to align earnings communications and investor narratives with broader company messaging.
Owned Media & Programs

Serve as editor of the company's newsroom or, owning the publishing calendar and content decisions.
Plan and execute major campaign moments – product launches, events, – coordinating with internal teams and agencies against budget.
Source and create data‑driven stories that will land 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 of action when needed.
Define and track key metrics to measure the performance and reach of corporate and financial storytelling efforts.
AI & Innovation

Implement AI tools and workflows that increase the team's output and efficiency.
Qualifications

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 – 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, not just a press‑release archive.
Experience leading complex, multi‑stakeholder programs – product launches, flagship events, 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, translating 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.
Compensation

The starting base salary range for this position is typically $208,000–$310,000. In the U.S., Remitly employees are shareholders in the company and equity is part of the total compensation plan. Applicants may learn more about medical benefits and other financial benefits as part of the total compensation package.
Benefits

Flexible paid time off
Health, dental, and vision + 401(k) plan with company matching
Paid parental, medical, military and family care leave
Mental health & family forming benefits
Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP)
Continuing education

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