Canva

Technology

EuropeCommunicationsManager(12MonthFixedTermContract)

€55–75k ~AI est. Madrid, Madrid, Spain FULL TIME
The Brief

“Europe Communications Manager (12 Month Fixed Term Contract) at Canva. Skills: Communications strategy, Media relations, Agency management, Cross-market coordination. Lead communications across France, Germany and Spain. Own strategy for European markets”

What You'll Achieve.

Drive awareness; Drive trust; Accelerate growth

Industry & Context.

Technology

What They're Looking For.

Must Have

Extensive communications experience, Track record of securing top-tier coverage, Managing local agency partners, Exceptional media relations skills, Established network of journalist contacts, Confidence to build relationships with senior reporters, Experience developing integrated communications strategies, B2B communications experience, AI communications experience, Ability to operate across multiple markets, Balancing competing priorities, Comfortable in fast-moving environments, French language skills

Nice to Have

German language skills, Spanish language skills

What You'll Do.

Lead communications across France

Own strategy for European markets

Shape direction for markets

Set priorities for markets

Drive news in markets

Build media relationships

Manage local agency partners

Build thought leadership platforms

Manage spokespeople briefing

Partner cross-functionally

Connect global and local narratives

Ensure story consistency

Maintain story momentum

How You'll Work.

Team & Collaboration

Colleagues across EMEA; Wider global comms team; Local sales leaders; Growth managers; Partnership teams; Global communications teams

Communication Scope

Translate complex narratives; Culturally relevant stories

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