Executive Communications Manager
Perplexity Open · verified Jul 30, 2026 Mid-level Communications role at Perplexity. San Francisco · full-time · $190,000–$240,000 base.
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What you'll do
- Write executive communications like stage speeches, leadership emails, and board decks
- Own all-hands presentations and Slack communications through high-growth phases
- Develop authentic voices for executives internally and externally
- Translate complex AI topics and business strategy into clear narratives
- Lead change management communications across teams
What you bring
- 7+ years in executive communications, ideally at a high-growth tech company or comms agency
- Track record supporting senior executives and managing change initiatives
- World-class writing, editing, and storytelling that captures varied executive tones
- Comfort with senior leaders, principled confrontation, and fast execution
Who this fits
This suits a seasoned communications operator who wants to build a function from scratch and partner directly with leadership. You should thrive in a fast-paced, evolving environment and be comfortable challenging executives. The role is hybrid in San Francisco and pays 190000 to 240000 USD per year.
From the employer
Perplexity is revolutionizing how companies get work done. We are seeking a Senior Manager, Executive Communications to join our team and serve as a strategic partner to our leadership. You will architect and amplify the voices of our executives to inspire our rapidly growing team.
If you have a passion for shaping culture through communication, thrive in bridging the gap between leadership vision and employee engagement, and want to build a world-class communications function from 0 to 1, this role is for you.
Responsibilities
Create exceptional and strategic executive communications, including stage speeches, leadership emails, board decks, and other formats that require excellent writing and critical thinking to articulate the company vision and strategy.
Lead Perplexity's next phases of growth, managing complex information flow during high-growth, evolving and owning all-hands presentations, Slack communications, and more.
Develop a unique and authentic voice for our executives and company leaders internally and externally.
Synthesize complex AI-related topics and business strategies into clear narratives internally and externally.
Partner closely with all teams to lead change management communications, translating complex organizational updates into simple and compelling messages.
Qualifications
7+ years of experience in executive communications, ideally within a high-growth technology company or leading communication agency.
Proven track record of supporting senior executives and managing complex change management initiatives.
World-class writing, editing, and storytelling skills with the ability to capture different executive tones.
Deep familiarity with the rules with an interest in breaking them.
Attention to detail and the ability to execute quickly in a fast-paced environment.
Extreme comfort working with senior executives, principled confrontation, and inspiring audiences in multiple formats and contexts.