Communications Lead

About the role

The Communications Lead will build Yubo's PR function from scratch to drive growth and manage the company's reputation. This role involves designing PR operations, managing agency relationships, and crafting stories that resonate with Gen Z audiences across the US, UK, and France. You will work closely with cross-functional teams to ensure consistent messaging and handle both consumer storytelling and corporate communications.

Responsibilities

• Build PR operations and onboard the PR agency, establishing processes for story identification and fact-checking.
• Analyze company data to identify trends and develop compelling media stories.
• Develop and execute the 2027 PR calendar and strategy, balancing campaigns and cultural moments.
• Lead media relations and manage the relationship with the external PR agency.
• Advise senior leadership on reputational risks and opportunities.
• Support corporate communications and manage reactive issues or crises in collaboration with Legal and Trust & Safety teams.

Required skills

• PR strategy
• Media relations
• Crisis communications
• Agency management
• Data analysis
• Corporate communications

Nice to have

• High-growth tech
• Consumer apps
• Youth culture
• US media relations

Qualifications

• Proven track record of leading a PR function or campaign
• Experience in issues or crisis communications

Benefits

• Health insurance
• Wellness programs
• Sports classes
• Mental well-being initiatives
• Childcare options

About the Company

Yubo is a social discovery app that empowers users to create genuine connections by eliminating likes and follows. The company is international, multicultural, and focused on building a safe digital space for Gen Z users.