Executive Communications Manager at Perplexity (San Francisco, CA)
Perplexity· San Francisco, CA· $190k–$240k·
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Perplexity at a glance
AI-powered answer engine that returns real-time, cited answers, now expanding into an agentic browser and on-device agents.
Perplexity runs an AI answer engine that searches the live web and returns direct, cited answers instead of a page of links. It has extended that core into an AI browser (Comet), an on-device agent (Computer), a developer API, and vertical tools like patent search.
$1.7B raised · latest: Series E extension · $200M · 2025 (reported $20B valuation) · backed by Accel, IVP, NEA, SoftBank Vision Fund 2
Summary
The Executive Communications Manager serves as a strategic partner to leadership, architecting and amplifying executive voices to inspire the team. This role involves creating strategic communications, managing complex information flow during growth phases, and developing a unique voice for company leaders.
Job description
Perplexity is revolutionizing how companies get work done. We are seeking a Senior Manager, Executive Communications to join our team and serve as a strategic partner to our leadership. You will architect and amplify the voices of our executives to inspire our rapidly growing team.
If you have a passion for shaping culture through communication, thrive in bridging the gap between leadership vision and employee engagement, and want to build a world-class communications function from 0 to 1, this role is for you.
RESPONSIBILITIES
- Create exceptional and strategic executive communications, including stage speeches, leadership emails, board decks, and other formats that require excellent writing and critical thinking to articulate the company vision and strategy.
- Lead Perplexity's next phases of growth, managing complex information flow during high-growth, evolving and owning all-hands presentations, Slack communications, and more.
- Develop a unique and authentic voice for our executives and company leaders internally and externally.
- Synthesize complex AI-related topics and business strategies into clear narratives internally and externally.
- Partner closely with all teams to lead change management communications, translating complex organizational updates into simple and compelling messages.
QUALIFICATIONS
- 7+ years of experience in executive communications, ideally within a high-growth technology company or leading communication agency.
- Proven track record of supporting senior executives and managing complex change management initiatives.
- World-class writing, editing, and storytelling skills with the ability to capture different executive tones.
- Deep familiarity with the rules with an interest in breaking them.
- Attention to detail and the ability to execute quickly in a fast-paced environment.
- Extreme comfort working with senior executives, principled confrontation, and inspiring audiences in multiple formats and contexts.
Why work at Perplexity
- Culture & Environment: “Thoughtful support” culture with emphasis on craftsmanship, ownership, entrepreneurship, scholarship, and partnership. Hybrid schedule (4 days in-office) based on location.
- Perks: Daily catered meals (breakfast, lunch, dinner in office), office snacks, ride home program, commuter benefits, home office reimbursement, fitness classes, gym memberships.
- Compensation & Benefits: Competitive salary and equity packages; retirement plans with company match; flexible PTO; holiday shutdown between Christmas and New Year; 12 weeks paid bonding leave; comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance.
- Relocation & Visa Support: Relocation assistance and visa/green card sponsorship for eligible roles. Partners with immigration firm to support the process.
- Engineering Excellence: “Technical assessment for relevant roles”; values hands-on contribution, broad skill sets, and merit-based evaluation. Frequent Tech Talks and exposure to greenfield AI research problems.