Senior Communications Specialist, EMEA

Acronis is a world leader in cyber protection—empowering people with cutting-edge technology that enables them to monitor, control, and protect the data that their businesses and lives depend on. We are looking for a Senior Communications Specialist who is ready to join our mission in creating a #CyberFit future! 

We’re looking for an experienced Senior Communications Specialist, in EMEA to manage our PR activities in EMEA. This is a multi-disciplined role that would encompass public relations and support our social media and analyst relations activity in EMEA. The Senior Communications Specialist will also be part of the broader team and collaborate across our Corporate Communications teams such as Foundation, Events, and Sports Marketing.

Every member of our “A-Team” has an instrumental role and impact on the success of Acronis’ innovative and growing business, so we are looking for someone who enjoys working in dynamic, global teams and thrives in a fast-paced and rapidly changing work environment. Just like everyone at Acronis, the ideal candidate will embody all of our company values: responsive, alert, detail-oriented, makes decisions, and never gives up.

WHAT YOU'LL DO

•  Assist in the development of marketing and executive communications plan including strategy, goals, budget, and tactics
• Coordinate all public relations activities for EMEA, with growth for global scope, including managing media inquiries and interview requests, creation of content for press releases, byline articles and keynote presentations, etc.
• Monitor, analyze, and communicate PR results quarterly
• Contribute to media relations strategy, seeking high-level placements in print, broadcast and online
• Direct social media team to engage audiences across traditional and new media
• Leverage existing media relationships and cultivate new contacts within business and industry leaders
• Evaluate opportunities for partnerships, sponsorships, and advertising on an ongoing basis
• Maintain a keen understanding of industry trends affecting clients and make appropriate recommendations regarding communication strategy surrounding them

WHAT YOU BRING

• 5+ years’ experience in a communications role, with an agency or B2B tech brand
• Solid understanding/interest in the cybersecurity industry. Security PR experience is a strong plus
• Experience managing a PR agency relationship and company social media
• Experience working in a fast-paced, hyper-growth, global company
• Strong background in media relationships including press release writing, project management, and coordination of media activities
• Media relations/database
• Able to work effectively in a team environment as well as independently, capable of building strong working relationships across all departments of the org both in-person and virtually
• Self-motivation with the ability to excel in a fast-paced environment
• Strong internal customer focus with a desire to learn all aspects of the business

*Please submit your resume and application in English 

WHO WE ARE 

Acronis is revolutionizing cyber protection by unifying backup, disaster recovery, storage, next-generation anti-malware, and protection management into one solution.  This all-in-one integration removes the complexity and risks associated with non-integrated solutions and offers easy, complete and reliable data protection for all workloads, applications, and systems across any environment—all at a low and predictable cost. 

Founded in Singapore in 2003 and incorporated in Switzerland in 2008, Acronis now has more than 2,000 employees and offices in 34 locations worldwide. Its solutions are trusted by more than 5.5 million home users and 500,000 companies, and top-tier professional sports teams. Acronis products are available through over 50,000 partners and service providers in over 150 countries and 26 languages.  

Our corporate culture is focused on making a positive impact on the lives of each employee and the communities in which we live. Mutual trust, respect, personal achievement, individual leadership, and a belief that we can contribute to the world everyday are the cornerstones of the Acronis Team. 

WE OFFER 

Competitive Benefits  

• Employee recognition and referral bonus programs 

• Hybrid and flexible working models 

• 25 days paid annual leave 

• Supplementary health insurance for employees and family members, including dental treatment and childbirth bonus 

• Monthly sports card for employees and family members  
• Monthly public transport card 

Office Benefits   

• Convenient and modern office location in state of the art building including office massage and game rooms 

• Free parking for cars and bicycles 

• Free office lunch vouchers 
• Team-building and social activities  

Professional Development  

• Global mentorship program 

• Trainings, certifications and professional development activities 
• Participation in conferences and seminars 

Acronis is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, ancestry, color, marital status, national origin, physical or mental disability, medical condition, protected veteran status, race, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by applicable laws, regulations and ordinances. 

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