About the RoleStatista is seeking a Senior PR & Communications Manager to lead communications efforts across the U.S. market. Reporting to the Head of PR & Communications, this individual will serve as the primary communications partner for the U.S. business, driving media relations, thought leadership, executive visibility, and brand awareness.
This is a highly visible role requiring both strategic thinking and hands-on execution. The ideal candidate brings strong media relationships, exceptional storytelling skills, and a proven ability to translate business priorities into impactful and measurable communications programs.
If you thrive on making things happen, enjoy working across different spectra of communication, and want to make a real impact by empowering people with data to make fact-based decisions, this is your opportunity.
Key Responsibilities- Lead and execute Statista's U.S. communications strategy in alignment with global communications and business objectives.
- Serve and act as the primary PR and communications contact for the U.S. market.
- Build and maintain relationships with key journalists, editors, and industry influencers.
- Plan and execute always-on PR activities to secure regular earned media coverage across Tier 1 and Tier 2 business, technology, trade, national, and podcast media; exposure to broadcast media is a plus.
- Develop and execute integrated communications campaigns with high impact tactics, including media outreach, thought leadership, executive positioning, and corporate announcements.
- Partner with internal stakeholders to create compelling narratives that support Statista's products, services, and brand positioning.
- Position and prepare executives for media interviews, speaking engagements, and external appearances to ensure impactful and consistent representation in the U.S. market.
- Manage strategic communications initiatives with Statista's key technology and AI partners (e.g., Perplexity or Microsoft Copilot), by developing and executing joint campaigns and events, content initiatives, and co-marketing activities
- Effectively lead crisis communications efforts for the U.S. market when needed.
- Track communications performance, analyze results, and provide recommendations for continuous improvement.
Qualifications- 6+ years of experience in PR, corporate communications, brand communications, journalism, or related fields, gained at a PR agency or in-house, ideally within the tech, DaaS, or SaaS sectors.
- Strong understanding of the U.S. media landscape with demonstrated success securing earned media coverage.
- Strong, well-established relationships with journalists and editors across U.S. Tier 1 and Tier 2 business, technology, trade, and emerging media outlets (UK media contacts are a plus but not required).
- Proven track record of developing and executing integrated, tactical communications strategies and campaigns that drive measurable business and media impact.
- Excellent written, verbal, and presentation skills, with the ability to tailor messages to different audiences and clearly articulate complex dependencies and solutions.
- Outstanding organizational skills and ability to manage multiple priorities
- Proven senior stakeholder exposure and strong partnership capabilities with cross-functional teams
- Familiarity with AI-enabled communications is a plus.
Preferred Qualifications- Experience working in a fast-paced, high-growth environment.
- Experienced in analyzing data and trends to identify media relations opportunities.
- Experience supporting executive communications and thought leadership programs.
- Experience working within a global organization or agency
What we offerIn addition to our great team, culture, and our shared goal of empowering people with data, there are many other things that make Statista a great place to work! Join us and benefit from:
- Work from abroad up to 30 calendar days a year
- Hybrid work and flex-time
- International team and social events
- Subsidized urban mobility and access to fitness and wellness options
- Free access to Langdock and all its amazing functionalities
- Career & training opportunities
- Attractive locations and modern offices
- Mental health support with OpenUp
Some of the benefits listed here apply only to the German entity and to Junior-level roles or above.
