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Senior Corporate Marketing Manager, Public Relations

Datadog • Sydney, New South Wales, Australia • 3w ago

Do you have a passion for building and shaping brand narratives through strategic media and public relations? Are you skilled at navigating cross-functional environments and aligning communication strategies with business objectives? Do you thrive in a fast-paced environment and have experience managing PR across multiple regions? If so, we’d love to hear from you!

Datadog is one of the fastest-growing SaaS companies in history, and we’re seeking a Senior Corporate Marketing Manager, Public Relations to drive our communications strategy in the APJ (Asia-Pacific and Japan) region. Reporting into the Director of Global Corporate Marketing, you’ll play a pivotal role in expanding our media presence, building relationships with journalists, and crafting narratives that resonate with our diverse audiences in this dynamic market.

At Datadog, we place value in our office culture - the relationships and collaboration it builds and the creativity it brings to the table. We operate as a hybrid workplace to ensure our Datadogs can create a work-life harmony that best fits them.

What You’ll Do

Develop and execute PR strategies to enhance Datadog’s visibility and reputation across APJ markets.
Cultivate a core set of relationships with key media, influencers, and industry analysts across prioritized geographies in the region.
Position Datadog executives and subject matter experts as thought leaders in the industry through bylined articles, speaking engagements, and media interviews.
Collaborate with regional and global teams to ensure consistent messaging and alignment with corporate objectives.
Manage PR agency resources and oversee media campaigns, ensuring they are impactful, on-brand, and aligned with Datadog’s goals.
Monitor industry trends, media coverage, and competitive landscape to inform PR strategies and proactively shape narratives.
Manage regional press materials, including press releases, media pitches, and statements. Ensure all content is engaging, accurate, and aligns with Datadog’s brand voice.
Support crisis communication efforts and ensure timely, effective response to sensitive issues when necessary.
Coordinate with internal teams, including marketing, product, and executive leadership, to align on communication priorities and narratives.
Monitor public relations and social media trends, competitor activity, and industry news to identify opportunities and areas for improvement.
Develop regular reports quantifying public relations’ impact on the business in the region as a whole and for each prioritized geography.
Provide guidance and media training to company spokespeople as needed.

Who You Are:

A PR professional with 6+ years of experience, preferably in enterprise technology or SaaS.
Proven experience in managing public relations efforts across APJ markets, with strong regional media relationships.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to craft compelling messages and stories.
Ability to work cross-functionally and collaborate with global teams.
Experience managing PR agencies and executing media campaigns.
Skilled in handling crisis communications and managing high-pressure situations with tact and professionalism.
Strong project management skills, with the ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously in a fast-paced environment.
Strategic thinker with a proactive approach to media relations and brand positioning.

Datadog values people from all walks of life. We understand not everyone will meet all the above qualifications on day one. That's okay. If you’re passionate about technology and want to grow your skills, we encourage you to apply.

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