Senior PR & Communications Manager U.S.

About the role

Statista 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.

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

Required 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.

Benefits

• 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