EMEA PR/Comms Manager

About Ping Identity: 

At Ping Identity, we believe in making digital experiences both secure and seamless for all users, without compromise. We call this digital freedom. And it's not just something we provide our customers. It's something that inspires our company. People don't come here to join a culture that's built on digital freedom. They come to cultivate it. 

Our intelligent, cloud identity platform lets people shop, work, bank, and interact wherever and however they want. Without friction. Without fear. 

While protecting digital identities is at the core of our technology, protecting individual identities is at the core of our culture. We champion every identity. One of our core values, Respect Individuality, reminds us to celebrate differences so you are empowered to bring your authentic self to work. 

We're headquartered in Denver, Colorado and we have offices and employees around the globe. We serve the largest, most demanding enterprises worldwide, including more than half of the Fortune 100. At Ping Identity, we're changing the way people and businesses think about cybersecurity, digital experiences, and identity and access management. 

We are looking for a talented PR/Communications Manager to join our team and focus on the EMEA region, a key driver of our global growth. This role is essential for sustaining our market leadership and boosting our communications and EMEA demand generation efforts.

As our PR/Comms Manager for EMEA, you will leverage your creativity and strategic vision to drive brand presence and communication excellence. You will own regional PR strategies, partner with our EMEA PR agencies, and create engaging narratives for diverse audiences. Your work will play a key part in amplifying our brand's voice and ensuring its alignment with our global identity.

Reporting directly to the Head of Corporate Communications, you'll be at the heart of our communication efforts. You will collaborate with leaders and cross-functional teams across the organisation, and integrate regional initiatives with global corporate objectives to foster a unified and impactful brand story. Your contributions will be highly valued as a critical component of our international communications strategy, serving as a key link between EMEA and our global reach.

If you are a motivated and passionate individual with a strong background in public relations and communication within the EMEA region, eager to contribute to a dynamic and innovative company, we want to hear from you!

Key Responsibilities:

PR Strategy and Execution: Lead impactful PR campaigns in EMEA by managing and collaborating with regional agencies (UK, France, Germany). Proactively monitor media and industry trends, translating insights into innovative PR strategies. Partner with global teams for cohesive brand messaging and work with spokespeople to amplify key narratives.

• Leadership Collaboration: Collaborate with senior regional leaders to assist with presentations, preparation, and media training, ensuring they are well-prepared to represent the Ping brand in media interactions and public speaking engagements, while also serving as a conduit for global communications.
• Ad Hoc Marketing and Field Support: Support the regional marketing demand gen function by aligning messaging and driving strategic communication initiatives. Deliver media training and offer coaching to enhance speaking skills for events and customer engagements, and assist with presentations and digital projects as needed.
• Digital Community Engagement: Collaborate with the regional digital leader to enhance engagement and build relationships across EMEA's digital platforms, and work with the global social media lead for EMEA social media contributions.

Qualifications and Traits:

• Degree in Communications or Public Relations.
• IAM and/or cybersecurity industry experience preferred.
• Experience in public relations or communications roles, with exposure to EMEA markets and managing PR efforts across multiple countries.
• Exhibits a strong work ethic, dedication, and professionalism in all communications efforts.
• Brings innovative ideas and creative solutions that align with our organisational culture and goals.
• Reliable and resourceful, able to independently manage projects while coordinating effectively with multiple teams across various time zones. 

Life at Ping:

We believe in and facilitate a flexible, collaborative work environment. We’re growing quickly, but remain true to the innovative, can-do startup values that got us here. Most importantly, we keep hiring talented, smart, fun, and genuinely nice people because that’s who we want to succeed with every day. 

Here are just a few of the things that make Ping special:

• A company culture that empowers you to do your best work.
• Employee Resource Groups that create a sense of belonging for everyone.
• Regular company and team bonding events.
• Competitive benefits and perks.
• Global volunteering and community initiatives

Our Benefits: 

• Generous PTO & Holiday Schedule 
• Parental Leave
• Progressive Healthcare Options
• Retirement Programs
• Opportunity for Education Reimbursement 
• Commuter Offset (Specific locations) 

Ping is the collective sum of all our individual experiences, backgrounds and influences and we pride ourselves in growing and learning together. We are committed to building an inclusive and diverse environment where everyone’s individuality is respected and everyone has an Identity. In recruiting for new colleagues, we welcome the unique contributions you can bring and encourage you to be your best self.

We are an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer.  All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex including sexual orientation and gender identity, national origin, disability, protected Veteran Status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.