Communications Specialist

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About Showpad

Showpad is the leading sales enablement platform for the modern seller. Showpad’s all-in-one platform empowers sales and marketing teams to engage buyers through industry-leading training and coaching software and innovative sales content and engagement solutions. 

At Showpad, personalities and cultures connect across oceans to create something extraordinary. As a top 10 software company in the Inc. 5,000 Europe list, Showpad is changing the game when it comes to sales enablement. Our employees create the engagement and impact that drives our success as we expand globally.

In the morning, we’re drinking San Francisco cold brew coffee with a side of Portland doughnuts – English scones for afternoon tea, and in the evening we’re toasting success with Belgian tripel Westmalle to a Chicago house tune.

About this position

The Communications Specialist will support the execution and delivery of communication strategies to build visibility for Showpad across the globe. In this role, you will drive our global PR programs, speaking and awards programs, organic social media and employer branding efforts to increase awareness and loyalty for Showpad both internally and externally. 

 Key responsibilities of the Communications Specialist at Showpad

  • Support the management of global PR teams and execution of PR strategy with the goal to increase brand awareness and position Showpad as an industry thought leader
  • Ensure a consistent and clear message in line with Showpad’s mission and values throughout all communication channels 
  • Work with PR teams to coordinate interviews and draft, edit and review PR content, such as bylined articles, written commentary and speaking and award submissions
  • Manage the tracking and reporting of press articles and company announcements and amplify them across social media and other appropriate channels
  • Support competitive intelligence efforts through regular research on competitors and tracking of trends in the sales enablement space
  • Manage Showpad’s corporate social media accounts with drafting of content and real-time engagement

Skills and qualifications we are looking for

  • Bachelor’s degree preferably in marketing, communications or journalism
  • Minimum 3-4 years of experience in PR
  • Previous B2B SaaS experience is a plus
  • Strong track record of media pitching and placement and/or successful management of a PR agency
  • Experience managing corporate social media accounts and driving social media strategy
  • Excellent verbal and written communications skills; excellent proofreading skills
  • Excellent interpersonal skills, ability to build relationships and work with global teams
  • Ability to be accountable, meet deadlines, multitask, prioritize and work under pressure, while maintaining quality
  • Someone who thrives in a collaborative environment
  • An endless curiosity and willingness to learn
  • Ability to work independently and effectively within a team
  • Experience with Sprout Social and/or Bambu would be a cherry on top but not required

What you can expect from Showpad

Focus on Impact and Growth

We are building the future of sales enablement, where sales and marketing teams can prepare sellers, engage buyers and optimize with insights to drive more revenue. As an international scale-up, we aim for consistent growth that opens many opportunities. We want people who thrive in a fast-paced, performance-driven company, who are not afraid to stretch themselves in a fun environment and focus on impact and growth.

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Centrally located in the Loop and easily accessible for all commuters with tons of options for lunch.

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