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About the role
Datadog is looking for a Senior PR Manager (EMEA) to lead our communications programme across EMEA during a fixed-term maternity cover.
This role goes beyond traditional PR and product launches. You will shape and execute regional communications strategy, build Datadog’s brand and reputation, and develop the external profiles of our EMEA leaders and experts. Working across global Communications, Marketing, Sales and regional leadership, you will turn company, product and market insights into stories that resonate with local audiences. This role offers the opportunity to influence Datadog’s regional narrative while strengthening communications programmes across a diverse and growing market.
At Datadog, we place value in our office culture - the relationships and collaboration it builds and the creativity it brings to the table. We operate as a hybrid workplace to ensure our Datadogs can create a work-life harmony that best fits them.
What You'll Do
Own and execute Datadog’s EMEA communications strategy, increasing high-quality media visibility and building awareness of Datadog across observability, security and AI
Lead regional communications for global product launches, company announcements and research, developing relevant local angles and coordinating commentary from EMEA spokespeople
Build sustained regional awareness through proactive storytelling, timely commentary and thought leadership, while developing trusted relationships with technology, business and national media
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Develop the external profiles of EMEA leaders and experts through distinctive points of view, contributed content, media opportunities and effective spokesperson preparation
Create communications plans for regional events, market expansion news and business milestones, while coordinating responses to urgent media enquiries and emerging reputational issues with global Communications
Lead PR agencies across priority markets and partner with regional Marketing, Sales and leadership teams to set priorities, evaluate programme impact and bring EMEA insights into global communications planning
Measure and communicate programme impact through coverage quality, Tier 1 visibility, message pull-through and other relevant performance indicators
Who You Are
Experienced in PR or corporate communications, with 6+ years of experience and exposure to B2B technology, enterprise software or cybersecurity environments
Experienced in leading communications programmes across multiple EMEA markets, either in-house, at an agency or through a combination of both
Skilled in media relations and able to translate complex technology and business topics into clear, locally relevant stories for UK and European audiences
A strong writer and editor who can develop pitches, messaging, executive briefing materials, contributed content and timely commentary
Comfortable advising senior executives, managing agencies and budgets, using performance insights to guide priorities, and navigating multiple markets and workstreams
Fluent in English, Datadog’s business language, and able to work from our London office three days a week and travel within EMEA when needed; French or German language skills are a plus
Datadog values people from all walks of life. We understand not everyone will meet all the above qualifications on day one. That's okay. If you're passionate about technology and want to grow your skills, we encourage you to apply.
Benefits and Growth:
Develop your experience leading communications across multiple EMEA markets and audiences
Partner with senior regional and global leaders on high-visibility communications priorities
Build deeper expertise across technology topics including observability, security and AI
Strengthen your experience in executive communications, regional storytelling and reputation management
Collaborate with teams across Communications, Marketing, Sales and other functions throughout Datadog
Gain exposure to a global communications organisation while shaping regional approaches and sharing EMEA insights
Grow your network and knowledge by working with colleagues, customers, agencies and media across the region
Benefits and Growth listed above may vary based on the country of your employment and the nature of your employment with Datadog.
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About Datadog:
Datadog is the leading observability and security platform for the AI era, providing businesses with unified visibility across the technology stack to manage complexity at scale. It brings applications, infrastructure, data, models, and security into one place, using AI to detect and resolve issues before they impact customers. Trusted globally by Fortune 500 companies and high-growth AI leaders, Datadog enables businesses to move faster with clarity and confidence. Learn more about #DatadogLife on Instagram, LinkedIn, and Datadog Learning Center.
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Datadog is proud to offer equal employment opportunity to everyone regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender identity, veteran status, and other characteristics protected by law. We also consider qualified applicants regardless of criminal histories, consistent with legal requirements. Here are our Candidate Legal Notices for your reference.
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