Head of Public Relations, APJ

Marketing Sydney, Australia Req.Num.: 28938


About Nutanix
Nutanix is a global leader in cloud software, offering organizations a single platform for running applications and managing data, anywhere. With Nutanix, companies can reduce complexity and simplify operations, freeing them to focus on their business outcomes. Building on our legacy as the pioneer of hyperconverged infrastructure, Nutanix is trusted by companies worldwide to power hybrid multi-cloud environments consistently, simply, and cost-effectively.
Your role in the region: 
You are a strategic and creative individual with a passion for storytelling, and have a proven track record in building media relationships and executing public relations programs.  Reporting to the Global Director of Public Relations and partnering with senior leaders across the region, you will:
  • Develop strategic public relations plans that are the foundation from which all external communications efforts are executed, including content, media relations, interviews, industry / executive thought leadership, roundtables, events and crisis management
  • Use your creativity to create content and drive earned media coverage across daily, business and tech press, including online, print and broadcast
  • Include the voice of the customer and the business outcomes they have achieved using Nutanix’s solutions in all content
  • Monitor industry trends and conversations to identify opportunities and potential risks for the company, and use data to evaluate performance of the program
  • Build and maintain relationships with key media outlets and journalists
  • Provide public relations counsel to executives and others across the organization
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams to align messaging and ensure consistency across all communication channels
  • Manage a network of PR agencies across across multiple countries, and a “hub” agency for the region

Education And Experience
  • Degree in public relations, communications, journalism, or a related field required
  • 15 years of B2B technology communications experience
  • Experience communicating about software and cloud computing with strong writing skills.
  • Experience with AI, Kubernetes and other emerging technologies a plus
  • Provide leadership experience and ability to develop strong working relationships with stakeholders at all levels within global organizations.
  • Self-motivated, strategic thinker who possesses a positive team-player attitude capable of collaborating with a wide range of stakeholders
  • Open to candidates based out of Singapore, Australia and India to support the region 

Hybrid: This role operates in a hybrid capacity, blending the benefits of remote work with the advantages of in-person collaboration. For most roles, that will mean coming into an office a minimum of 2 - 3 days per week, however certain roles and/or teams may require more frequent in-office presence. Additional team-specific guidance and norms will be provided by your manager.

 

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