Head of Public & Media Relations

You will be Proton's presence on the ground in the US, spending significant time building relationships with journalists, editors, podcast hosts, newsletter writers, and video journalists. Think of it as sales, with journalists as your customers.

You will report to Proton's Head of Communications and work closely with colleagues across communications, product, and policy teams in Europe and the US. Proton’s Communications team is currently spread across the US, France, UK, Germany and Switzerland.

This is the right role for someone who is hungry, naturally networked, and ready to take real ownership of a major market.

What you will do Build and own Proton's media relationships in North America, with a focus on journalists, editors, podcast hosts, newsletter writers, and video journalists who reach the audiences we need to win.

We need to be in the rooms where our potential users actually consume news and information.

Tell Proton's story compellingly and consistently: our scale, our mission, our track record, and why a private alternative to the dominant platforms matters.

Respond to media inquiries across product, policy, and reputation topics, working with colleagues in Europe to ensure accuracy, speed and protect Proton's reputation.

Support Proton's presence at conferences and events, helping to secure speaking slots and media opportunities for Proton representatives.

Collaborate with the broader communications team on campaigns tied to product launches, policy moments, and news cycles.

Who You Are 3+ years of experience in PR, communications, or media relations, with demonstrated success pitching and placing stories.

Genuine relationships with journalists, editors, or media makers — or a clear track record of building them fast.

Deep familiarity with the US media landscape beyond legacy outlets: podcasts, newsletters, YouTube, video journalism, and new media formats.

A natural networker who is comfortable getting out of the office, taking meetings, and building trust over time. Strong enough command of technology and privacy topics to speak credibly with journalists and field tough questions.

Existing relationships with journalists covering privacy, technology, or policy.

Experience with policy communications or regulatory environments.

A great Team: Our team is diverse, collaborative, and tight-knit with people coming from all walks of life, including many of the world’s top academic institutions and organizations, such as MIT, Harvard, Stanford, Caltech, Cambridge, and ETH.

Technology: you'll get the right hardware and the right software you need to do your best work.

Learning & Development: we invest in your growth because sharp people make us better. We offer strong health coverage, solid retirement options, generous leave, and wellness support so you can bring your best self to work every day.

Stock Options: at Proton, we all have the opportunity to be owners of the company. From day one, you have a real stake in what we're building. With offices across Geneva, Zürich, Barcelona, London and more, you'll spend most of your time collaborating face-to-face with people who genuinely care about what they're building.

Food: Lunch and snacks are on us every day in our offices so you can focus on the work and not on what's for lunch.

Transport: getting to the office shouldn't cost you. We cover public transport, bike allowances, or parking, whichever works for you.

Flexible Working: you own your schedule. Our Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion At Proton, we believe diversity drives innovation and strengthens our mission to provide privacy as a default for all. We are committed to fostering an inclusive environment where all individuals — regardless of race, ethnicity, gender, age, sexual orientation, physical ability, or socio-economic background — feel valued and empowered.

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