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VP, Corporate Communications & Public Relations

Company Overview

DocuSign helps organizations connect and automate how they agree. Our flagship product, eSignature, is the world’s #1 way to sign electronically on practically any device, from virtually anywhere, at any time. Today, more than a million customers and a billion users in over 180 countries use DocuSign to accelerate the process of doing business and simplify people’s lives.

What You'll Do

As the Vice President of Corporate Communications and Public Relations you will be the global communications leader at DocuSign, you will be responsible for setting the strategic direction of the company's communication efforts and contributing to the company’s long-term strategy. You will work closely with our Executive Leadership Team to ensure that our communication goals align with our business objectives and long-term vision. You will be responsible for the development, integration, and implementation of a broad range of public relations activities relative to the strategic positioning of the company and its leadership team. You will also serve as an ambassador for DocuSign, and build relationships with the media.

This position is a people manager role reporting to the President and General Manager of Growth.

Responsibility

Maintain end-to-end responsibility for shaping programs and strategies across sustainability, ESG, crisis management, and investor relations
Serve as the guardian of DocuSign's global reputation, supported by a data-driven communications strategy to shape perception
Be proactive identifying and addressing challenges and emerging issues facing DocuSign by working with cross-functional teams to identify communications opportunities and trends
Lead the charge on executive communications by devising and executing a strategy that engages customers, partners, and employees and generates buzz around DocuSign
Foster a strong sense of connection to our mission through internal communications programs that inspire and engage employees
Build meaningful and strategic relationships with industry analysts to reinforce our leadership position
Serve as a spokesperson and lead point person on media interactions that help promote and/or impact the organization
Prioritize media opportunities, and prepare talking points, speeches, presentations and other supporting material as needed
Engage, cultivate, and manage press relationships to ensure coverage surrounding DocuSign programs, special events, public announcements, and other projects
Oversee the day-to-day activities of the communications function including budgeting, planning and staff development
Attract, develop, and retain a motivated communications team that consistently delivers outstanding performance with a commitment to quality and results
Foster a culture of high performance by investing in training and development to advance the craft of communications

Job Designation

Hybrid:

Employee divides their time between in-office and remote work. Access to an office location is required. (Frequency: Minimum 2 days per week; may vary by team but will be weekly in-office expectation)

What You Bring

Basic

15+ years of experience with publicly traded companies
Experience building relationships with top-tier technology and business media

Preferred

Masterful communication skills, with the ability to guide DocuSign's executive leadership team with your interpersonal, written, oral, and presentation competencies
The ability to effectively interface with senior management, DocuSign’s Board of Directors and staff
Demonstrate a great balance between technical expertise and business acumen
Entrepreneurial energy, demonstrated by a passion to take on new challenges, ability to adapt to a changing competitive environment, and comfort with agile ways of working
Passion and ability to build relationships with R&D and go-to-market teams
Track record of innovating with new technologies and channels to engage internal and external stakeholders

Wage Transparency

This role is eligible for bonus, equity and benefits.

Based on legislation in Washington the following details are for individuals who reside and would be working in Washington only: Washington pay range: $216,000 - $336,000 base salary

Based on legislation in California the following details are for individuals who reside and would be working in California only: California pay range: $237,900 - $366,575 base salary

Life At DocuSign

Working here

DocuSign is committed to building trust and making the world more agreeable for our employees, customers and the communities in which we live and work. You can count on us to listen, be honest, and try our best to do what’s right, every day. At DocuSign, everything is equal.

We each have a responsibility to ensure every team member has an equal opportunity to succeed, to be heard, to exchange ideas openly, to build lasting relationships, and to do the work of their life. Best of all, you will be able to feel deep pride in the work you do, because your contribution helps us make the world better than we found it. And for that, you’ll be loved by us, our customers, and the world in which we live.

Accommodation

DocuSign provides reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities in job application procedures, including if you have any difficulty using our online system. If you need such an accommodation, you may contact us at accommodations@docusign.com.

Our global benefits

Paid time off

Take time to unwind with earned days off, plus paid company holidays based on your region.

Paid parental leave

Take up to six months off with your child after birth, adoption or foster care placement.

Full health benefits

Options for 100% employer-paid health plans from day one of employment.

Retirement plans

Select retirement and pension programs with potential for employer contributions.

Learning & development

Grow your career with coaching, online courses and education reimbursements.

Compassionate care leave

Paid time off following the loss of a loved one and other life-changing events.

DocuSign Glassdoor Company Review

3.6

DocuSign DE&I Review

4.0

CEO of DocuSign

Allan Thygesen

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By DocuSign

DocuSign, headquartered in San Francisco, is an American company that allows organizations to manage electronic agreements with electronic signatures across various types of devices.

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