US Communications Head (Fintech)

TL;DR

US Communications Head (Fintech): Developing and executing comprehensive communication strategies for hirify.global in the United States with an accent on enhancing the company's reputation and visibility among key stakeholders. Focus on corporate and brand communications, narrative development, executive staffing, and issues/crisis management, ideally in the tech and financial sectors.

Location: Based in Miami, USA, with required in-office attendance.

Company

Nu is the world’s largest digital banking platform outside of Asia, serving over 127+ million customers across Brazil, Mexico, and Colombia, leading an industry transformation through innovative financial products and services.

What you will do

• Develop and execute a comprehensive communication strategy for the US market, positioning hirify.global as a global leader in financial technology.
• Craft and amplify compelling narratives for US-based stakeholders, including media, investors, and analysts.
• Monitor and analyze the US media landscape, identifying opportunities and challenges, and managing reputational risks.
• Manage a local PR agency, coordinating deliverables, and manage and deliver events with external providers.
• Collaborate with the policy team to support creating a favorable regulatory landscape and defending company interests.
• Act as a strategic advisor for senior leadership, preparing them for media interviews, speaking engagements, and relevant events.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Communication, Business, Political Science, or a related field; Master’s degree preferred.
• Minimum 10-15 years of experience in PR, Public Affairs, or Communications in agencies or companies, preferably in the tech, fintech, or financial sectors.
• Strong knowledge of local and global communications strategies, narrative crafting, and a hands-on approach for sensitive issues.
• Proven experience in leading complex strategic communications plans and working with senior leadership (VP and C-Level).
• Excellent communication, analytical, organizational skills, and team-building capabilities.
• Fluency in English is mandatory; Spanish and/or Portuguese are a plus.

Nice to have

• Fluency with AI tools.

Culture & Benefits

• Lead an industry transformation by leveraging data and proprietary technology to develop innovative products.
• Guided by a mission to fight complexity and empower people, promoting financial access and advancement.
• Work within an efficient and scalable business model that combines low cost to serve with growing returns.
• Be part of a company recognized with multiple awards, including Time 100 Companies and Forbes World’s Best Banks.
• Frequent interaction with senior-most levels of the company, navigating ambiguous and fast-evolving situations.