Wallbox – Communication and PR Manager – New York City, NY
Job Description
Job title: Communication and PR Manager
Company: Wallbox
Job description: Wallbox is a global company, dedicated to changing how the world uses energy. We do this by creating smart charging systems that combine innovative technology with outstanding design and manage the communication between vehicles, grids, buildings, and chargers.
Founded in 2015, with headquarters in Barcelona and selling already in over 80+ countries, our mission is to facilitate the adoption of electric vehicles today to make more sustainable use of energy tomorrow. Our talent has no borders – we welcome over 1000 Wallboxers from over 45 nationalities in Europe, Asia, and the Americas!
We’re now the first Spanish unicorn listed on the NYSE (WBX) and have been recently named amongst LinkedIn’s top 3 Spanish startups.
In day-to-day life, you will see our core values shining through our Wallboxers. The passion and dedication towards our mission will hit you the moment you walk through our doors – and there’s no feeling like it.
Our journey is not plain sailing – it requires proactive, flexible, and top-performing individuals who are committed to the world of sustainable mobility. But one thing is for sure – it’s going to be a fun ride!
The question is: are you ready to change the world with us?
About the role:
Wallbox is looking for a Communications and PR Manager to develop and implement Wallbox’s Communications and PR strategy in the US and Canada, build its reputation, and ensure adequate coverage in tech, trade, business, and mainstream media.
You will draft and oversee the creation of PR content (media release, social media,…) and forge relationships with journalists, key influencers, and event organizers. You will build Wallbox’s brand and reputation in North America as a leader and innovator in energy management and the electric vehicle charging sector. This position can be based in either New York City NY, Mountain View CA, or Dallas TX.
You will:
- Develop a PR plan including goals, strategy, tactics and budget for North America (with a focus on the US in the first place) in cooperation with the local and central teams.
- Develop and execute PR campaigns. Research and create stories for consumer, trade and business/financial media
- Coordinate Public Relations and communications calendar across all channels
- Manage media relationships (online and offline). Handle incoming media requests and prepare appropriate responses in collaboration with the relevant teams. Monitor media landscape to see where Wallbox’s contribution can fit in
- Be responsible for Wallbox’s news announcements, including writing, distributing and pitching news and press releases (product launches, partnerships, key corporate and business announcements… etc.)
- Secure and coordinate interviews and public speaking opportunities. Prepare spokespeople.
- Manage PR agency in the US
- Manage PR events and support events in collaboration with Marketing
- Negotiate paid media opportunities (sponsored articles, affiliate partnerships, etc.)
- Assist with influencer management: build influencer database, manage product-seeding and foster long-term relationships
- Work closely with our Marketing and Public Affairs and Public Policy team and consultants to build our reputation in North America
- Manage the response to ‘crisis’ situations
Requirements
Must have:
- Preferred educational background in communication or journalism
- Minimum 7 years of experience in consumer, business or corporate communications and 10 years of total work experience.
- Proven track record designing and executing successful PR campaigns
- Knowledge and experience working with different types of media and journalists (business, trade, consumer, tech, finance…)
- Experience working for a listed company is a plus
- Strong knowledge of how to use owned and earned channels to proactively drive and shape our narrative.
- Excellent writing skills, a strong storyteller.
- Previous experience and interest in managing PR for a company in technology, automotive, or sustainability is a plus.
- Passion for technology, and comfortable communicating about technical industries
- Ability to manage multiple projects in different stages at the same time.
- Familiar with KPIs and fast-moving environments
Other Characteristics:
- Excellent written and verbal communication
- Entrepreneurial spirit & hands-on attitude
- Creative problem-solving skills
- Positive, collaborative, open-minded, and eager to learn
- Self-driven and energetic. A positive can-do attitude and desire to make Wallbox’s PR world-class
- Able to prioritise and plan effectively
- Work independently and take ownership of projects from start to end
- Agility and ability to adapt
Benefits
- Comprehensive compensation and benefits package.
- Hybrid remote policy: up to 2 days WFH.
- 401k plan with company contribution.
- Flexible work schedule and PTO policy.
- Be part of a young, international, entrepreneurial, and talented team working in a fast-paced and vibrant environment with a growing position in the US market.
- Be a pioneer and build our company’s presence in a new market.
**Please note that the compensation information that follows is a good faith estimate for this position only and is provided pursuant to acts, such as The Equal Pay Transparency Act. It assumes that the successful candidate will be located in markets within the United States that warrant the compensation listed below. Similar positions located outside of these locations will not necessarily receive the same compensation. Please speak with your recruiter to learn more.**
The starting salary for this opportunity ranges from $126,000 – $166,000
Please submit your CV in English
*At Wallbox, we’re committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender, gender identity or expression, or veteran status. We strive to be a more equal opportunity workplace.
Expected salary: $100000 per year
Location: New York City, NY
