Director, Corporate Communications

Director, Corporate CommunicationsSquarespace is looking for a Director, Corporate Communications to own and lead the company's internal and external communications functions. This leader will set the communications strategy and operating priorities, advise executive leadership, shape the company narrative, and build scalable programs that strengthen employee understanding, company reputation, and business outcomes. The role combines strategic leadership with hands-on execution and requires strong judgment, excellent writing, and the ability to influence across the organization. This is a hybrid role working from our NYC office 3 days per week. You will report to the General Counsel.You'll Get To…Own the company's communications strategyDevelop and maintain a consistent narrative that works across both consumer and B2B audiencesServe as the primary communications advisor to the executive team and help prepare leadership for media, speaking, and investor-facing engagementsBuild and maintain relationships with reporters, editors, and producers across tech, business, and vertical pressDrive proactive story placement and manage inbound opportunitiesDraft press materials including releases, media pitches, briefings, and contributed articlesDevelop strategy and execute Communications initiatives in select jurisdictions outside the United StatesManage reactive and crisis communicationsPartner closely with Product and Marketing to develop launch plans for new features, products, brand campaigns, and company milestonesTranslate technical and product information into clear, newsworthy narratives for diverse audiencesSupport leadership communications, including internal announcements and external thought leadershipPlan and execute quarterly company All Hands meetingsDevelop an internal communications cadence that keeps employees informed and engagedManage company intranet content and presentationManage agency relationships and external vendors as neededTrack and report on communications KPIs and coverage metricsWho We're Looking For10+ years of communications experience, with meaningful time in-house at a technology company (agency experience a plus)Proven ability to own a communications function independently, ideally at a high-growth companyExperience communicating across both consumer and B2B audiencesStrong media relationships in tech, business and consumer press, with a track record of earned coverageExcellent writer and editor with the ability to make complex technical and business topics clear, compelling, and accessibleComfortable operating at the strategic level while still being willing to draft a pitch, prep a spokesperson, or update a press kit yourselfExperience supporting executive communications and thought leadership programsStrong judgment and calm decision-making under pressure, including the ability to make recommendations with incomplete information.Team player who collaborates naturally across functions without needing a formal mandateBenefits & PerksA choice between medical plans with an option for 100% covered premiums including medical, dental, and visionSupplemental Life and Disability Insurance plansFertility and adoption benefitsHeadspace mindfulness app subscriptionGlobal Employee Assistance ProgramRetirement benefits with employer matchFlexible paid time off12 weeks paid parental leave and family care leavePretax commuter benefitEducation reimbursementEmployee donation match to community organizations7 Global Employee Resource Groups (ERGs)Dog-friendly workplaceFree lunch and snacksPrivate rooftopHack week twice per yearCash Compensation Range: $203,500 - $327,750 USDThe base salary for this position will vary based on job-related criteria including relevant skills, experience, and location, among other factors.In addition to the cash compensation above (which includes base salary and, where applicable for eligible roles, may include overtime pay), Squarespace employees are eligible to be granted an option to purchase our common stock. Sales positions generally offer a competitive On Target Earnings (OTE) incentive structure in addition to base salary.About SquarespaceSquarespace is a design-driven platform helping entrepreneurs build brands and businesses online. We empower millions of customers in more than 200 countries and territories with all the tools they need to create an online presence, build an audience, monetize, and scale their business. Our suite of products range from websites, domains, ecommerce, and marketing tools, as well as tools for scheduling with Acuity and creating and managing social media presence with Bio Sites and Unfold. Our team of more than 1,700 is headquartered in New York City, with offices in Dublin, Ireland, and Aveiro, Portugal. For more information about our company, visit https://www.squarespace.com/about/careers.Our CommitmentToday, more than a million people around the globe use Squarespace to share different perspectives and experiences with the world. Not only do we embrace and celebrate the diversity of our customers, but we also work toward the same in our employees. At Squarespace, we are committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ethnicity, ancestry, religion, national origin, gender, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital or parental status, disability, veteran status, or other class protected by applicable law. We are proud to be an equal opportunity workplace.