Job Description:
At Remitly, we believe everyone deserves the freedom to access, move, and manage
their money wherever life takes them. Since 2011, we've tirelessly delivered on
our promise to customers sending money globally, providing secure, simple, and
reliable ways to manage their money, ensuring true peace of mind. Whether it's
supporting loved ones back home, growing a business across continents, or
pursuing new opportunities abroad, we're not just here to move money— we're here
to move our global customers forward.
We're looking for builders, reimaginers, and global thinkers who want to work at
the intersection of technology, trust, and transformation. If that's you and
you're ready to do the most meaningful work of your career—we invite you to join
over 2,800 passionate Remitlians worldwide who are united by our vision to
transform lives with trusted financial services that transcend borders.
About the Role
Remitly is looking for a Head of Public Relations & Corporate Communications to
run our global PR and communications function, spanning corporate, product,
executive, and financial communications for a publicly traded fintech company
operating in 175+ countries. You'll own the systems, relationships, and
day-to-day execution that keep our external narrative aligned with Remitly’s
pace of product innovations and network growth.
You Will:
Communications Operations
* Own the operational infrastructure for PR and communications — media
strategy, content calendar, approval workflows, messaging framework, and
performance measurement.
* Work collaboratively with product leaders to optimize the cadence and impact
of external messaging.
* Own the press release calendar, translating the product roadmap into a
structured release cadence — and reinvent Remitly's press release voice from
boilerplate to a distinctive, creative style that earns attention on its own.
* Respond to media inquiries and shape the company's public-facing messaging.
* Secure media profiles, speaking engagements, and award recognition that build
executive credibility.
* Partner with Investor Relations and Finance to align earnings communications
and investor narratives with broader company messaging.
Owned Media & Programs
* Serve as editor of the company's newsroom or, owning the publishing calendar
and content decisions.
* Plan and execute major campaign moments — product launches, events, —
coordinating with internal teams and agencies against budget.
* Source and create data-driven stories that will land coverage and position
Remitly as a category and thought leader.
* Work with Legal, Finance, Policy and Brand to manage and execute a crisis
communications plan of action when needed.
* Define and track key metrics to measure the performance and reach of
corporate and financial storytelling efforts.
AI & Innovation
* Implement AI tools and workflows that increase the team's output and
efficiency.
You Have:
* 12+ years in public relations or corporate communications, with direct
ownership of a communications function at a public company or in a highly
regulated industry.
* Experience building or overhauling communications operations — editorial
calendars, approval workflows, and messaging frameworks that drive consistent
output.
* Track record of securing executive visibility through top-tier media
placements, speaking engagements, and industry recognition.
* Working knowledge of earnings cycles, investor expectations, and disclosure
requirements, with experience aligning messaging with Finance and Investor
Relations.
* Experience owning a corporate newsroom, blog, or similar owned-media channel
as a primary storytelling platform, not just a press-release archive.
* Experience leading complex, multi-stakeholder programs — product launches,
flagship events, integrated campaigns — on budget and with outside agencies.
* Crisis communications experience, including developing and executing response
plans under pressure.
* Strong news judgment and storytelling skills, translating data and business
developments into compelling narratives.
* Demonstrated use of AI tools to improve communications workflows and team
efficiency.
* Willingness to execute hands-on, not just direct, with strong
cross-functional collaboration skills.
Compensation Details. The starting base salary range for this position is
typically $208,000-$310,000. In the U.S., Remitly employees are shareholders in
our Company and equity is part of our total compensation plan. Your recruiter
can share more information about medical benefits offered, as well as other
financial benefits and total compensation components offered with this role.
Our Benefits:
* Flexible paid time off
* Health, dental, and vision + 401k plan with company matching
* Paid parental, medical, military and family care leave
* Mental Health & Family Forming Benefits
* Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP)
* Continuing education
Our Connected Work Culture: Driving Innovation, Together
At Remitly, we believe that true innovation sparks when we come together. Our
Connected Work Culture fosters dynamic in-person collaboration, where ideas
ignite and challenging problems find solutions faster.
Under the Company's current hybrid-work expectations, employees in this position
work onsite Tuesday through Thursday each week. Additional onsite attendance may
be required based on business needs, and the Company may modify its hybrid-work
expectations from time to time. These intentional in-office moments are vital
for deepening relationships, fueling creativity, and ensuring your impact is
felt where it matters most.
Remitly is an E-Verify Employer
At Remitly, we are dedicated to ensuring that our workplace offers equal
employment opportunities to all employees and candidates, in full compliance
with applicable laws and regulations.
Remitly is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are
committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.