PR & Communication Lead

Job Description

As PR & Communications Lead, you will be responsible for building AI Rudder’s global public relations function from the ground up. Reporting to the Head of Go-To-Market, this is a global role focused on strengthening AI Rudder’s brand across international markets, with Southeast Asia and Latin America as our current priority growth markets while supporting future expansion into new regions as the business scales.

Success in this role means establishing AI Rudder as one of the most recognized and credible AI companies among enterprise decision-makers, customers, partners, analysts, future employees, and the media across our priority markets, while laying the foundation for expansion into new regions over time. You will own AI Rudder’s external communications strategy, shaping how the company is perceived through media relations, thought leadership, analyst engagement, executive profiling, employer branding, and corporate communications. This is a builder role for someone who enjoys creating processes from scratch, identifying compelling stories, and executing independently in a fast-moving start-up environment.

• Develop and execute AI Rudder’s global public relations and corporate communications strategy, aligned with the company’s Go-To-Market priorities and business objectives.
• Develop and execute employer branding initiatives that strengthen AI Rudder’s reputation as an employer of choice, working closely with People & Talent teams to attract top talent globally.
• Develop thought leadership programs, including bylines, executive commentary, opinion pieces, and speaking opportunities that position AI Rudder’s leadership as trusted voices in AI and enterprise technology.
• Lead analyst relations initiatives, building AI Rudder’s visibility and credibility with leading industry analyst firms such as Gartner and G2, and other influential industry platforms.
• Partner with senior leadership to build executive profiles through media interviews, conferences, podcasts, award submissions, and other external opportunities.
• Monitor media coverage, industry developments, analyst research, and competitor positioning to identify opportunities and inform ongoing communications strategy.
• Collaborate with internal stakeholders across Marketing, Sales, Product, Leadership, and People teams to ensure consistent messaging across all external communications.

Requirements

• 10 years of experience in Public Relations or Corporate Communications, preferably within B2B technology, SaaS, AI, or enterprise software.
• Demonstrated experience managing or supporting analyst relations with firms such as Gartner, G2 or similar industry analysts, with an understanding of how analyst engagement influences enterprise buying decisions.
• Demonstrated ability to develop and execute PR strategies that strengthen brand awareness, thought leadership, corporate reputation, and employer branding.
• Exceptional writing and storytelling skills, with the ability to translate complex AI and technology concepts into compelling narratives for enterprise audiences.
• Experience developing executive profiling programs, including media interviews, speaking engagements, podcasts, or award submissions.
• Strong stakeholder management skills, with the ability to work closely with senior leadership and cross-functional teams.
• Ability to operate independently and build new programs in a fast-paced, high-growth start-up environment.
• Full professional fluency in English (written and spoken); Mandarin proficiency is preferred.

About AI Rudder

AI Rudder is an AI product company transforming how business communicate to their customers.

We launched in 2019 with one of the world’s first enterprise-grade AI voice agents: built to hold real, intelligent conversations, not just play back scripts. Today, we serve over 500 enterprises across 20+ countries, processing 50 million calls every day and having delivered more than 8 billion calls to date. Our customers range from fast-growing startups to large enterprises.

When AI talks to people, it has to feel human. That’s what we build.

How We Work

AI-first: AI isn’t a tool we reach for. It’s the default we start from. Every team, every workflow: AI-first.

Global Collaboration: We operate globally and work as one team. Distance is a logistics problem, not a cultural one. We build the habits that make distributed teams actually work

Communication Principle: Simple, Trust, Transparent. We remove unnecessary complexity so people can focus on what matters most.

What We Offer

• Learning & Development: Continuous learning through real projects, knowledge sharing session, mentorship, and cross-functional collaboration.
• Performance Recognition: Regular performance reviews, feedback, and opportunities for career progression.
• Global Exposure: Collaborate with international teams, global rotations, and work with global enterprise customers.
• Meaningful Impact: Build AI solutions that create real value for businesses around the world.
• Ownership & Autonomy: Freedom to take initiative and drive outcomes.
• Team Engagement: Team Building, Local & Global Gatherings & Local Events Celebration

AI Rudder is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees and applicants.