Director, External & Executive Communications

About Moloco: Moloco builds some of the most powerful AI advertising solutions in the world. Our name—short for "machine learning company"—reflects our core mission: democratizing access to the advanced AI that has historically been reserved for tech giants. Led by machine learning pioneers who built some of the most successful ad systems at Google, including YouTube's monetization engine and key search advertising technologies, we're transforming how businesses grow and compete in the digital economy. Built with AI from day one, Moloco’s planet-scale machine learning platform powers a suite of solutions for advertising growth and monetization. Moloco Ads is an AI-powered platform that delivers real business outcomes for mobile app marketers through performance-based user acquisition. Moloco Commerce Media enables retailers and marketplaces to build revenue-generating ad businesses that balance user experience and advertiser performance. Moloco is headquartered in Silicon Valley, with offices in Seattle, New York, San Francisco, Seoul, Beijing, Singapore, Gurgaon, Tokyo, Shanghai, London, Tel Aviv, and Berlin. Moloco is a truly rewarding place to work and in an exciting period of growth, which you could be a part of. Join us today and apply now! The Impact You’ll Be Contributing to Moloco: Moloco is seeking a strong communications leader to help build and execute our global external and executive communications strategy. As Moloco continues to rapidly grow and add prominent customers, strong talent, and new technology capabilities, how we show up externally will shape our reputation and our story for years to come. We're looking for someone who brings both big-picture narrative thinking and hands-on craft, someone equally comfortable helping to craft narratives, coach leaders, develop content partnerships, pitch journalists and influencers directly, and manage complex agency partnerships across multiple markets. In this role, you will go beyond traditional PR to create a dynamic, creative approach to corporate storytelling: crafting narratives through earned media, executive thought leadership, owned content, and strategic partnerships that ensure Moloco's voice resonates with the stakeholders who matter most. This role partners closely with key leaders across the organization and reports to Moloco's VP, Head of Communications. The Opportunity: Help define and own Moloco's external communications strategy, leading the day-to-day of our global PR programs and evolving the function as the company scales. Build and execute an integrated executive communications program, developing narratives, managing speaking and awards opportunities, and shaping the public profiles of Moloco's senior leaders. Partner with senior leaders across the company on communications strategy, coaching them on how to share Moloco's story effectively with external audiences. Personally pitch and cultivate relationships with journalists, analysts, and influencers across key markets and beats — from trade and business media to emerging platforms and content partnerships. Build a modern global external communications strategy that combines earned media, owned content, social and influencer engagement, and strategic storytelling partnerships. Manage and optimize agency relationships across multiple markets, ensuring message consistency while adapting to local dynamics. Navigate cultural and regulatory differences in communications approaches across North America, EMEA, APAC, and other key regions. Anticipate issues and coordinate across Communications, Legal, People, and executive leadership to ensure timely, accurate, and trusted external communications in a fast-moving, high-stakes environment. How Do I Know if the Role is Right For Me? 8-10 years of strategic communications experience with significant experience in external and executive communications at a high-growth startup or public company. Proven track record building or transforming an external communications function, with clear impact on brand reputation, media presence, and executive profile. Demonstrated B2B communications expertise, with the ability to reach technical buyers, business decision-makers, and C-suite executives across global markets. Active media relationships and exceptional writing ability, with an ability to personally execute and own key initiatives. Experience building and running executive communications programs, including thought leadership, speaking strategy, and media preparation for senior leaders. Strong global communications experience with demonstrated understanding of regional media landscapes, cultural nuances, and local market dynamics. Proven ability to manage agency relationships across multiple markets, driving consistency and quality at scale. High judgment and discretion, with experience navigating sensitive communications in a fast-moving, high-stakes environment. Genuine curiosity about AI an