Director, Communications

Who we are is what we do.

Deel is the all-in-one payroll and HR platform for global teams. Our vision is to unlock global opportunity for every person, team, and business. Built for the way the world works today, Deel combines HRIS, payroll, compliance, benefits, performance, and equipment management into one seamless platform. With AI-powered tools and a fully owned payroll infrastructure, Deel supports every worker type in 100+ countries—helping businesses scale smarter, faster, and more compliantly.

Among the largest globally distributed companies in the world, our team of 5,000 spans more than 100 countries, speaks 74 languages, and brings a connected and dynamic culture that drives continuous learning and innovation for our customers.

Why should you be part of our success story?

As the fastest-growing Software as a Service (SaaS) company in history, Deel is transforming how global talent connects with world-class companies – breaking down borders that have traditionally limited both hiring and career opportunities. We're not just building software; we're creating the infrastructure for the future of work, enabling a more diverse and inclusive global economy. In 2024 alone, we paid $11.2 billion to workers in nearly 100 currencies and provided healthcare and benefits to workers in 109 countries—ensuring people get paid and protected, no matter where they are.

Our momentum is reflected in our achievements and customer satisfaction: CNBC Disruptor 50,  Forbes Cloud 100, Deloitte Fast 500, and repeated recognition on Y Combinator’s top companies list – all while maintaining a 4.83 average rating from 15,000 reviews across G2, Trustpilot, Captera, Apple and Google.

Your experience at Deel will be a career accelerator. At the forefront of the global work revolution, you'll tackle complex challenges that impact millions of people's working lives. With our momentum—backed by a $12 billion valuation and $800  million in Annual Recurring Revenue (ARR) in just over five years—you'll drive meaningful impact while building expertise that makes you a sought-after leader in the transformation of global work.

Summary

The Director of Communications will be responsible for elevating Deel’s profile and telling its corporate and financial communications updates globally, with a special focus on the US. You will work closely with both internal teams and agency partners to advance our mission. You will also be responsible for sharing Deel’s story with top-tier and trade publications, effectively communicating key company milestones and corporate news moments, and managing complex situations and issues.

Responsibilities

• Lead a team focused on corporate communications. 

• Design and execute comprehensive communication programs that resonate across various functions, both internally and externally. 

• Play a pivotal role in shaping the company’s narrative. Create clear and compelling messaging around products, visions, milestones, policies and more. 

• Liaise with agency partners across the world to ensure alignment with Deel’s mission and vision. 

• Collaborate closely with senior leaders, including C-suite executives to curate impactful moments and narratives. 

• Foster media relationships with top-tier and trade publications. 

• Lead communications strategies through routine issues and crisis situations, ensuring that messaging is thoughtful and effective. 

• Align communications strategies with the broader company roadmap to drive collaboration. 

• Measure and improve the effectiveness of messaging, channels and practices.

Qualifications

• 10+ years experience in communications/PR, with at least 3 years in a leadership role. 

• Public company and tech/SaaS or HR industry experience preferred. 

• Strong media relationships. 

• Broad understanding and experience navigating the complex and ever-evolving media landscape. 

• Proven experience navigating crises and complex situations. 

• Expertise in financial communications. 

• Strong ownership of work. 

• Proven track-record working on proactive and reactive communications initiatives involving crisis, policy, corporate and financial matters. 

• Experience managing and working on projects in a fast-paced environment. 

• Exceptional verbal communications and interpersonal skills. 

• Passion for Deel and the mission of the company. 

• Go-getter attitude with a desire to help build. 

Total Rewards

Our workforce deserves fair and competitive pay that meets them where they are. With scalable benefits, rewards, and perks, our total rewards programs reflect our commitment to inclusivity and access for all. 

Some things you’ll enjoy

• Stock grant opportunities dependent on your role, employment status and location

• Additional perks and benefits based on your employment status and country

• The flexibility of remote work, including optional WeWork access

At Deel, we’re an equal-opportunity employer that values diversity and positively encourage applications from suitably qualified and eligible candidates regardless of  race, religion, sex, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, disability status, pregnancy or maternity or other applicable legally protected characteristics.

Unless otherwise agreed, we will communicate with job applicants using Deel-specific emails, which include @deel.com and other acquired company emails like @payspace.com and @paygroup.com. You can view the most up-to-date job listings at Deel by visitingour careers page.
Deel is an equal-opportunity employer and is committed to cultivating a diverse and inclusive workplace that reflects different abilities, backgrounds, beliefs, experiences, identities and perspectives.
Deel will provide accommodation on request throughout the recruitment, selection and assessment process for applicants with disabilities. If you require accommodation, please inform our Talent Acquisition Team at [email protected] of the nature of the accommodation that you may require, to ensure your equal participation.

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