1.4. Director of Communications

Key Responsibilities

• Lead all public relations and media efforts to establish Phoenix Tailings as a trusted leader in clean mining and critical metals production. 
• Design and execute proactive media strategies to build brand awareness, secure top-tier media coverage, and effectively communicate key company milestones. 
• Develop and maintain strong relationships with media outlets, reporters, and key industry influencers. 
• Serve as a primary company spokesperson; craft and deliver compelling narratives in interviews, press conferences, and public engagements. 
• Create and oversee high-impact external communications, including press releases, media kits, executive speeches, and op-eds. 
• Monitor industry trends and public perception, providing strategic counsel to the executive team on communication opportunities and risks. 
• Oversee crisis communication strategies, ensuring rapid, transparent, and effective responses. 
• Build, manage, and mentor a high-performing communications team to support company growth. 
• Partner with internal teams (Marketing, Business Development, Government Relations) to align messaging and amplify our mission globally. 

Qualifications

• 10+ years of experience leading public relations, corporate communications, or media strategy, preferably in energy, technology, mining, or clean tech sectors. 
• Bachelor or Master’s degree in Communications, Journalism, Public Relations, or a related field. 
• Proven track record of securing top-tier media placements and driving positive brand recognition. 
• Exceptional writing, editing, and verbal communication skills with an ability to translate complex technical information into accessible narratives. 
• Experience serving as a company spokesperson and engaging with media at the highest levels. 
• Deep understanding of media relations, crisis communication, brand management, and digital media strategies. 
• Strategic thinker with the ability to anticipate reputational risks and opportunities. 
• Strong leadership skills with experience building and scaling communications teams. 

We offer a competitive compensation package that is based on expertise. We also offer the following benefits:

• Healthcare, we care about you and your family: 100% Medical, dental, and vision coverage 
• Stock: Ownership in a fast-growing venture-backed company. 
• Family Focus: Parental leave and flexibility for families. 
• Time Off: Flexible vacation policy to encourage people to get out and see the world. 
• Team Fun: Regularly scheduled events, and celebrations. 
• Learning: Learning and development Opportunities to grow your skills and career. 
• Great team: Working with fun, hard-working, kind people committed to making a difference! 
• Flexible culture: We are results-focused. We don’t work at the office every day.