We're looking for a hardworking communications professional to join Affirm’s Communications Team, focusing primarily on corporate communications. The Communications function advances the company’s business objectives while protecting its reputation. We do this by working closely with the media, using consistent and compelling narratives, and identifying creative storytelling opportunities.
The professional will be an excellent writer, highly organized, with strong attention to detail. They will drive and support planning, pitching and executing communications efforts that advance Affirm’s narrative. They will also serve as a point of contact with key internal partners across Affirm, including senior members of our leadership team, and serve as an Affirm spokesperson for the press, and help draft press releases, blogs, presentations, talking points, and briefing documents. They have a track record of media results and they are collaborative, adaptable, tenacious, and excel in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.
What you’ll do:
- This role will support Affirm’s corporate communications and you will play an instrumental part in how Affirm tells its story externally, with a specific focus on new markets and partnerships
- You will develop and lead communications campaigns for key corporate initiatives
- Identify and advance creative story angles, thought-leadership positions and announcements that help stakeholders better understand Affirm
- Help build and strengthen relationships with members of business, technology, financial and international media
- Draft and develop content to advance thought leadership, company milestones, and key strategic initiatives
- Define and measure the impact of communications initiatives
What we look for:
- +8 years of communications experience – in house or agency– at a finance, technology, or fast-growth organization
- Cross-border communications experience
- Strong writer and media relations skills
- Self-starter who is eager to grow and make their mark in a fast-paced, organization
- Strong project management skills – able to organize work in a focused and thorough manner but equally comfortable in a fast-paced environment
- Extraordinary teammate - no job is too big or small
- Understanding of data-based measurement and decision making
Pay Grade - M
Employees new to Affirm typically come in at the start of the pay range. Affirm focuses on providing a simple and transparent pay structure which is based on a variety of factors, including location, experience and job-related skills.
Base pay is part of a total compensation package that may include equity rewards, monthly stipends for health, wellness and tech spending, and benefits (including 100% subsidized medical coverage, dental and vision for you and your dependents.)
USA base pay range (CA, WA, NY, NJ, CT) per year: $180,000 - $230,000
USA base pay range (all other U.S. states) per year: $160,000 - $210,000
Please note that visa sponsorship is not available for this position.
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