Executive & Strategic Communications Manager

Overview

Rithum is an AI-first organization that provides a commerce platform for brands and retailers to accelerate growth, optimize operations, and enhance margins. With over 40,000 companies using our services, we aim to create seamless e-commerce experiences.

Responsibilities

• Executive Communications & Thought Leadership

  • Partner with senior executives to shape strategic messaging and executive voice
  • Create company-wide updates, leadership messaging, and executive communications
  • Support executive visibility and thought leadership initiatives
  • Develop messaging frameworks and communication strategies

• Corporate & Internal Communications

  • Collaborate on communications initiatives to strengthen company culture and employee engagement
  • Support communications for key company moments and transformation initiatives
  • Ensure consistency and alignment across executive messaging and organizational priorities

• External Communications & Agency Partnership

  • Serve as a primary liaison for external PR agencies
  • Coordinate executive visibility initiatives and external storytelling efforts
  • Manage communications workflows and align internal and external narratives

• Strategic Communications Advisory

  • Act as a trusted communications advisor to senior leadership
  • Develop strategic messaging recommendations and narrative approaches
  • Provide guidance on audience strategy and executive communications

Qualifications

• Minimum Qualifications:

  • 5+ years of experience in executive communications, corporate communications, public relations, journalism, strategic communications, or related fields
  • Based in Dallas, TX and available to work closely with the CEO and executive leadership team
  • Exceptional writing, editing, storytelling, and messaging skills
  • Experience supporting senior executives in fast-paced, high-growth organizations
  • Strong executive presence and strategic thinking skills
  • Demonstrated ability to translate complex business priorities into clear, compelling narratives
  • Experience managing agency relationships and cross-functional stakeholder coordination
  • Strong business acumen and understanding of media and communications landscapes
  • Ability to operate independently and manage multiple priorities

• Preferred Qualifications:

  • Bachelor’s degree in Communications, Journalism, Public Relations, Marketing, English, Business, or related field
  • 8+ years of experience in executive communications, corporate affairs, public relations, journalism, or strategic communications
  • Experience supporting C-level executives and enterprise leadership teams
  • Background within SaaS, technology, e-commerce, marketplace, or high-growth organizations
  • Experience writing keynote speeches, executive presentations, organizational announcements, and leadership communications
  • Familiarity with executive social strategy, thought leadership programs, and external executive visibility initiatives

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision benefits

• A 6% 401(k) match

• Competitive time off package

• Accident, critical illness, and hospital indemnity insurance

• Pet insurance

• Legal assistance and identity theft insurance plans

• Life insurance 2x salary

• Access to the Calm app and the Employee Assistance Program

• $65/month Remote work stipend for internet

• Culture and team-building activities

• Tuition assistance

• Career development opportunities

• Charitable contribution match up to $250 per year

About Rithum

Rithum is committed to providing a supportive and inclusive work environment. We offer comprehensive benefits, remote-first working conditions, and a variety of resources to support work-life balance.