Head of PR, APJ

ABOUT THE ROLE Fastly, a rapidly growing edge cloud company, is seeking a dynamic Head of PR, APJ to lead Public Relations across the Asia-Pacific-Japan region and elevate our brand, amplifying our compelling story to a wider audience. As a strategic PR leader, you will play a pivotal role in showcasing how Fastly's network services are fundamentally changing how digital businesses build and operate on the internet. WHAT YOU'LL DO As the Head of PR, APJ, you will be responsible for architecting and leading APJ Public Relations and related communication campaigns. You will contribute to the research, design, and implementation of holistic corporate and product communications strategies that directly contribute to Fastly's brand reputation, market leadership, and business growth. Key responsibilities include: - Contributing to the development of corporate thought leadership, partnering with regional peers and leadership team to unearth groundbreaking insights and translate them into compelling, regionally relevant coverage. - Driving high-impact regional and country-specific media engagement, cultivating and expanding relationships with top-tier enterprise IT and business journalists in prioritized countries. - Overseeing all corporate and product-related PR activities for APJ, including strategic external announcements, proactive press engagement, and identifying high-value speaking and awards opportunities. - Leading and mentoring in-region PR agencies, ensuring peak performance and strategic alignment. - Managing and protecting Fastly's reputation, proactively monitoring the media landscape across APJ, analyzing competitive share of voice, and developing robust strategies to enhance Fastly's public image. WHAT YOU'LL NEED To succeed in this role, you will need: - 9-12+ years of relevant, high-tech public relations experience, with a proven track record of elevating the media presence of B2B public companies. - Exceptional storytelling prowess, with the ability to distill complex technical concepts into accessible, compelling corporate narratives for a wide array of audiences. - Demonstrated leadership and agency management expertise, with a strong track record of confidently working with, influencing, and presenting to C-suite executives and senior leadership. - Strategic agility, with the ability to navigate a fast-paced, high-growth environment, manage multiple priorities, and deliver high-quality results under tight deadlines. - Technical acumen, with a genuine curiosity and ability to quickly understand and translate complex concepts effectively within a highly technical environment. WHY REMOTE As a remote employee, you will have the flexibility to work from anywhere in the Asia-Pacific region, with some flexibility needed for occasional meetings with global teams. BENEFITS Fastly offers a comprehensive benefits package, including a competitive salary, flexible schedule, and opportunities for professional growth and development.