Okta

CEO Communications Manager

Okta$139K — $191K *
Consumer Technology
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • 5-7+ years in corporate communications, focusing on executive/CEO communications, ideally in tech or SaaS
  • Experience writing for executives, adapting to distinct executive tones
  • Outstanding written and verbal communication abilities with keen attention to detail
  • Eagerness to apply AI for process enhancement and content quality
  • Strong project management skills to handle priorities and multiple stakeholders
  • Desire to be part of a mission-driven team valuing trust and creativity
  • Understanding of Okta's business model and cloud technologies

Responsibilities

  • Develop bylines, scripts, and social copy aligning with the CEO's voice
  • Explore AI applications to optimize and automate communications
  • Coordinate production logistics for company events, ensuring smooth execution
  • Manage timelines and deliverables across various stakeholders
  • Anticipate needs in fast-paced environments and act as a strategic partner

Benefits

  • Health, dental, and vision insurance
  • 401(k) retirement plan
  • Flexible spending account for healthcare costs
  • Paid leave policies, including PTO and parental leave
  • Equity opportunities and performance bonuses
  • Intentional focus on building community and connections
Full Job Description
Title: CEO Communications Manager

San Francisco (in-office required)

The CEO Communications Manager opportunity

We're seeking a high-performing CEO Communications Manager to help amplify the voice and vision of our CEO and drive AI optimization across his communications channels. In this role, you will report to Okta's Head of CEO Communications to support, streamline, and scale the CEO comms platform, spanning internal and external speaking events, media & influencer engagements, and social media. You will also work with the Corporate Communications team and partner with the broader executive bench, cross-functional partners, and our various agencies to develop bylines, blog posts, keynotes, talking points, and thought leadership content.

This is a rare opportunity to sit at the intersection of content, operations, strategy, and execution-all in support of a visionary founder leading a global tech company through transformation and growth. The ideal candidate is intellectually curious, highly accountable, and capable of grasping both business strategy as well as the underlying technology, particularly in the context of identity security, AI, and enterprise software.

What you'll be doing
  • Content development: Develop and refine bylines, scripts, talking points, social copy, and briefing materials for internal and external engagements that reflect the CEO's vision and voice.
  • Agentic innovation: Continuouslyapply and explore how AI and agents can securely optimize and automate workflows and content development across the CEO's communications platform.
  • Event planning & production support: Serve as point of contact for production logistics across company events, including tech run-throughs, AV coordination, studio operations, and real-time event support.
  • Stakeholder management: Manage inputs, timelines, and deliverables across multiple stakeholders, often coordinating between executives and production/design teams to ensure alignment across all CEO materials.
  • Operational excellence: Anticipate needs, respond quickly, and act as a strategic thought partner-particularly in high-stakes, fast-paced settings. A bias for optimization and innovation will be highly valued.

What you'll bring to the role & what we're looking for
  • 5-7+ years of experience in corporate communications including direct experience with executive and/or CEO communications, ideally in a high-growth tech or SaaS company
  • Experience writing with and for CEOs, executives, leaders, and/or founders, with the ability to adapt to and maintain a distinct executive tone of voice
  • Outstanding written and verbal communication skills, with high attention to detail
  • Experience with and eagerness to apply AI to enhance and reimagine processes while improving content quality and speed
  • A passion for operational excellence and ability to thrive in a high-performance environment, taking initiative, owning outcomes, and operating with polish and discretion
  • Strong project management instincts-capable of juggling shifting priorities, tight timelines, and multiple stakeholders with calm and precision
  • Desire to be part of a mission-driven team that values trust, humility, rigor, and creative ambition
  • An understanding of Okta's business and experience working with cloud companies
  • Social media experience and an analytical approach, with the ability to quickly identify trending topics and issues with a defined point of view
  • This role will be based in Okta's San Francisco office and will be required to be in office
  • BS/BA degree

#LI-Hybrid



Below is the annual base salary range for candidates located in San Francisco Bay Area. Your actual base salary will depend on factors such as your skills, qualifications, experience, and work location. In addition, Okta offers equity (where applicable), bonus, and benefits, including health, dental and vision insurance, 401(k), flexible spending account, and paid leave (including PTO and parental leave) in accordance with our applicable plans and policies. To learn more about our Total Rewards program please visit: https://rewards.okta.com/us.

The annual base salary range for this position for candidates located in the San Francisco Bay area is between:

$139,000-$191,000 USD

The Okta Experience
  • Supporting Your Well-Being
  • Driving Social Impact
  • Developing Talent and Fostering Connection + Community

We are intentional about connection. Our global community, spanning over 20 offices worldwide, is united by a drive to innovate. Your journey begins with an immersive, in-person onboarding experience designed to accelerate your impact and connect you to our mission and team from day one.

About Okta

Okta is a leading provider of identity and access management solutions for enterprises. The company's cloud-based platform enables organizations to securely connect people and technology, providing secure access to applications and data from any device, anywhere, at any time. Okta's solutions are used by thousands of organizations worldwide, including many Fortune 500 companies. The company was founded in 2009 and is headquartered in San Francisco, California. Okta is committed to providing innovative solutions that help organizations stay secure and productive in today's digital world.
Learn more about Okta
Size
5,342 employees
Market Cap
$10.5 billion
Industry
Net Income
-$266.3 million
Founded
2009
5 Year Trend
+51.9%
Revenue
$835.4 million
NASDAQ

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